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Applicants who do not apply through our website may not be considered.
Housing will be provided in Umbakumba Community, Groote Eylandt.
Relocation Assistance is also available to the successful applicant.
About us:
East Arnhem Regional Council (EARC) provides services to nine remote communities across East Arnhem Land. We are dedicated to promoting the power of people, protection of community and respect for cultural diversity. Working with EARC will mean that you will be part of a wider team that is passionate about the people it serves, and you’ll have access to career growth and professional development opportunities.
East Arnhem Land is home to incredibly rich Indigenous culture and boasts some of Australia’s most unique landscapes, ranging from rich red bauxite soils to pristine white sand coastlines. With activities such as fishing, boating, camping, walking and exploring the diverse vegetation and landscapes right on your doorstep, working with the EARC can offer you a great work life balance. For a full list of employee benefits please visit our website - http://eastarnhem.nt.gov.au/employment/why-work-here
About the role:
The Children’s Services Coordinator will plan and deliver an appropriate Early Education and Care program and provide leadership and support to East Arnhem Regional Council’s (EARC) staff working in remote community Early Education and Care Centres. The overall objective is to ensure a high-quality service is provided that meets the needs of the local community.
To be successful in this role, you will possess the following:
- A minimum qualification of Diploma of Early Childhood Education and Care, or Certification with the ability to enrol in and complete a Diploma.
- Demonstrated knowledge and understanding of childcare legislation, including the National Quality Framework and all regulatory requirements.
- Previous experience managing people / small teams, including human resources and payroll management
- Demonstrated ability to effectively coach and develop staff/teams
Proven ability to effectively deliver early childhood programs - Well-developed oral, written and interpersonal communication skills including the ability to liaise effectively with a variety of stakeholders.
- Current approved qualifications in first aid, including asthma and anaphylaxis, and safe food handling.
- The ability to maintain a safe working environment utilising principles of risk management.
- Current C Class Driver’s License with ability to drive manual vehicles.
It would be desirable if you also possessed:
- Bachelor of Early Childhood Education
- Previous experience living and/or working in a remote First Nations community within Australia.
- Demonstrated high level of cross-cultural awareness to ensure effective participation in a cross-cultural workplace.
- Awareness of issues affecting First Nations People in Australia.
All employment with the EARC is subject to a Criminal History Check and the ability to obtain a NT Working with Children Clearance. Criminal history will not exclude an applicant unless it is relevant to the inherent requirements to their position.
Employees must also be prepared to travel to remote communities via various means, including 4WD vehicle and light aircraft. East Arnhem Regional Council is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer.
A full Position Description may be obtained by visiting our website.
What you'll get in return:
Full Time Permanent employment.
Level 6 - Salary $87,190 - $92,500 (excluding super and locality allowance) with annual wage increase opportunities built into our EBA.
You will also benefit from 6 weeks annual leave with 17.5% leave loading.
Applications will be received until the position is filled.
For further information please contact our Regional Manager Children & Library Services, Kara Cunningham, via email to: ***************@eastarnhem.nt.gov.au
Under the EARC's Special Measures Recruitment Strategy, eligible Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander (ATSI) applicants will be granted priority consideration for this vacancy.
EARC reserves the right to close or withdraw vacancies before the advertised closing date, or extend the closing date, without prior notice.
Thank you for your application for a position with East Arnhem Regional Council. Please note that only short-listed candidates who move to the next stage in the selection process will be contacted. Please note your personal information will only be used for recruitment purposes. Personal information of the candidate can be accessed by contacting **@eastarnhem.nt.gov.au.
East Arnhem Regional Council is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Employer.
