* Join a values driven, life friendly organisation
* Part time (0.8 FTE) contract opportunity until December 2026
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HIPPY (Home Interaction Program for Parents and Youngster) is a free, two-year home-based early childhood learning program that empowers parents and carers to be their child's first teacher.
Working as the Team Leader of the HIPPY program reporting to the Service Manager, you will coach, supervise and support a small team of Tutors. This role will oversee the day to day operations, including monitoring expenses, undertaking development plans for tutors and developing resources that are culturally appropriate. You will build and strengthen local relationships with communities, families and other local service providers.
This is a part time (0.8 FTE - 30 hours per week), contract opportunity based in Kalgoorlie until December 2026.
To be successful in this role you will have:
* Diploma in Early Childhood Education, Community Services or equivalent qualification in a related field
* Experience working in an early childhood service or system and strong foundations in early childhood development and/or early intervention programs for children and their families.
* Knowledge of and experience working with children and families, particularly in disadvantaged communities including Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander families from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds.
* Be experienced in leading a team of paid and unpaid staff
* Have excellent written and verbal communication skills and good computer literacy skills (Microsoft Word essential)
* Bring strong administrative, organisational and time management skills
* Have experience working in local communities and building local networks and relationships with service providers
The successful applicant must also have a valid National Police Clearance and a WA Driver's Licence.
A police record is not an automatic barrier to employment with us. We welcome applications from people with diverse backgrounds and experiences, and we review any disclosures on an individual basis, focusing on relevance to the role.
Sharing your knowledge, skills and experience, you will make an impact to the lives of families and communities across the state.
In return for your drive and commitment, we provide the support of an inclusive and welcoming community which places people at the heart of all the work we do and encourages broad thinking, curiosity, creativity and best practice.
Also:
* From $99,469.50 per annum pro rata + remote localities allowance + 12% superannuation
* Salary packaging of up to $15,900 (which equates to circa $4K after tax) plus additional salary packaging of up to $2,650 for meal and entertainment expenses
* Life-balance friendly working conditions
Why Join Us?
At Anglicare WA we are all about people, placing people at the heart of our work. We are focused on strengths, believing in and amplifying the strength of people and communities. We are fiercely inclusive, making sure everyone can belong. As trusted partners we are curious and creative, always looking for new ways to do better. We are courageous and gutsy, tackling difficult issues, even when it's hard.
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If the opportunity excites you to develop your career in an organisation whose values align with yours then we want to hear from you.
To apply, please click on apply button and follow the prompts attaching a current detailed resume and cover letter.
For further information, please contact Joshua Simpaya at **************@anglicarewa.org.au
We are seeking to appoint someone to this role as soon as possible and will close this vacancy once suitable candidates have been identified.
Child Safe: Anglicare WA is organisation committed to providing safe environments where children and young people feel valued, respected and are protected from abuse and harm.
Inclusive: We actively promote a working environment that values diversity and inclusion. We strongly encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people from culturally diverse backgrounds, people who identify as LGBTQIA+ and people with a disability. If you have any support or access requirements, we encourage you to advise us at time of application.
Uluru Statement from the Heart: Anglicare WA supports the Uluru Statement from the Heart and is committed to walking alongside First Nations people in a movement of the Australian people for a better future.
We are proud to have a dedicated Aboriginal Staff Engagement and Cultural Lead to support Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander candidates and employees throughout recruitment and employment, reflecting our commitment to being a culturally safe and supportive employer.
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