Early Childhood Group Leader

Cloncurry Shire Council currently has various opportunities for Group Leaders to join the team, both casual and full time roles available. 

Benefits include:

• 5 weeks Annual Leave
• RDO's
• Remote Area Housing Allowance
• Personal (Sick) Leave
• Salary $68,652 per annum + Superannuation

Cloncurry Shire Council is a future-focused, community-responsive organisation with a charter to enhance all facets of life in the Shire. Creating this improved future is underpinned by an increased focus on planning for the long-term needs of the community and coordinating the delivery and ongoing management of services, infrastructure, and facilities. The Council are in a strong financial position and play an important role in enhancing this thriving economy.

Few places can claim to be as influential in shaping Australia as Cloncurry. Birthplace of the Royal Flying Doctor Service and destination of the first Qantas flight - Cloncurry is a community that celebrates outback life. Popularly known as the "Friendly Heart of the Great Northwest", Cloncurry has the feel of a western town with the progressiveness of a modern community. The 'Curry', as it is affectionately known by locals, is 120km east of Mount Isa and 400km south of the Gulf of Carpentaria.

About This Role

• Provide leadership for the development, implementation and evaluation of a quality care and educational program for young children at the Curry Kids Early Learning Centre under the leadership of the Director Child Care. 
• All employees are required to abide by the policies, Code of Conduct, procedures, philosophies, and
  all statutory requirements of Cloncurry Shire Council (“Council”) and Curry Kids Early Learning Centre while providing quality care and education for young children at the Centre

Key Responsibilities

- Formulate age appropriate and inclusive programmes in consultation with families and the Child Care Assistant that meets the child’s developmental needs;
- Ensure all programmes and care conform to the Early Years Learning Framework and National Quality Framework;
- Record, monitor, evaluate and document the development of each child to develop the programme to meet each child’s needs;
- Provide feedback to the Director and discuss issues of concern that could contribute to the
improvement of the programme delivered to children at the centre and their families;
- Maintain open lines of communication with families about the developmental needs and
interests of their children and encourage families’ participation in the programmes;
-  Provide direction and support for Assistants and any students in regard to the goals and programmes in place;
-  Consult with the Director in relation to concerns about the functioning of a team member if the
issues cannot be resolved directly with the team member concerned;
- Encourage and Support Assistants to be actively involved in the keeping of developmental records of the children in care;

Selection Criteria

• Demonstrated ability to plan and implement a quality, educational and child centred program,
reflective of the Early Years Learning Framework
• Demonstrated ability to maintain written records, such as observations, evaluations and programs
• An ability to work as an effective team member and provide leadership and support to educators
• A well-developed understanding of the provision of a safe, well planned indoor and outdoor
learning environment
• Knowledge of the National Quality Framework, relevant Government Acts and regulations, and
the ECA Code of Ethics and the rights of the child
• Must possess an enthusiastic attitude towards the care and education of young children
• Must possess empathy for the individual needs and desires of the child and their families
• Must possess a commitment to working within and promoting the philosophy, policies and
procedures of the centre
• Demonstrated commitment to continuing professional and personal development

Qualifications

• Completion of Certificate III or IV in Children’s Services (Group Leader 1 year qualified) and proof of enrolment in AQF Diploma in Children’s Services; or
• Completion of an AQF Diploma in Children’s Services (Group Leader 2 year qualified); or
• Completion of an AQF Advanced Diploma or higher in Children’s Services or Education (Group
  Leader 3 year qualified).
• Have a current First Aid, CPR and Anaphylaxis Certificate or the ability to acquire before commencement;
• Have a current Positive Notice Working with Children Blue Card
  
• Current Police Check (willing to obtain)