Temporary Full Time
(till 30 June 2028)
Band 5 - $82,392
- $95,116 per annum (plus super)
About Us
Located 35km to the
southeast of Melbourne, Greater Dandenong City Council covers 129 square
kilometres and has a population of over 169,000 people. The central activities
district is Melbourne's second largest retail and commercial centre and
includes large shopping complexes at Dandenong and Keysborough as well as the
highly popular Dandenong Market.
Greater Dandenong City
Council is the most culturally diverse locality in Australia, with residents
from over 150 different birthplaces, nearly two-thirds of whom were born
overseas. Key industries include manufacturing, health care and social
assistance, retail trade, wholesale trade and transport.
We are a progressive
organisation of exceptional character that offers a dynamic and rewarding work
environment to approximately 900 employees. We recognise that our staff are
vital to the delivery of excellent service to our community and the achievement
of our long-term vision. We invest in the development of our people, and we
strive to be a workplace that is respectful, engaged, accountable, creative and
honest.
About the Role
& About You
Are you passionate
about supporting families and early childhood development? Join us as a Supported
Playgroup Facilitator. You'll deliver engaging playgroup sessions and
in-home coaching for families experiencing disadvantage - using the Smalltalk
program to build parenting confidence and support children's learning.
This role involves
planning age-appropriate activities, facilitating parent-child interactions,
and linking families to community services. You'll also manage referrals,
maintain accurate records, and collaborate with internal and external partners.
A Diploma in Early Childhood Education, Social Work, or equivalent is required,
along with experience working with vulnerable families. Strong interpersonal
skills, cultural competence, and knowledge of the VEYLDF are essential.
A current (and
ongoing) Working with Children Check, Police Check, First Aid & CPR
certification, and Victorian Driver's License are mandatory.
Please ensure you
address the key selection criteria outlined in the position description as part
of your application.
The successful candidate will be asked to
produce a clear Working with Children Check and will be asked to consent
to a national police check (and where relevant an 'international criminal
history check'), subject to the operation of spent conviction laws. Please note
that people with criminal records are not automatically barred from applying
for this position. Each application will be considered on its merits.
Benefits of working
with us
Council believes in
providing an environment where staff thrive, both in the work they do and in
how they learn and develop as people and professionals.
Our workplace has an
inclusive and diverse culture which encourages innovation and supports your
work and life balance. There are plenty of opportunities to learn, develop and
grow your career within our expanding and diverse organisation.
Our benefits include
· Competitive salary
· Salary sacrifice
childcare (where available)
· Flexible working
options supported including hybrid work
· Access to learning
& development programs including study assistance
· Reward &
recognition programs
· Health initiatives
· Access to our
support and wellbeing programs
· A vibrant social
club
For more information
about our benefits, please visit our careers page: Working with Us
Council will
consider flexible working arrangements for all positions. We embrace our
diverse community and encourage applications from everyone including people of
Aboriginal & Torres Strait Islander background, people of diverse sexual
orientation and gender, people from culturally and linguistically diverse
backgrounds, and people of varied age, ability, and faith. Council will give
due consideration to any workplace adjustments to accommodate the needs of any
prospective or existing staff member.
Council is
commitment to providing an inclusive and welcoming environment and promoting
cultural safety and wellbeing for children with zero tolerance for child
abuse and harm.
To apply
To apply for this
position please complete the online application form including:
· A brief cover letter
· Your resume
· Response to key
selection criteria
You will be required
to answer selection questions as part of the application process. The selection
process also includes the requirement for reference checks.
Position Description: Supported Playgroup Facilitator – 459.5 KB
Applications close: 5pm, Wednesday, 3 September 2025
Further
information: Kylie
Pettenuzzo,