Job Description:- Permanent/Continuing, part time appointment (0.4FTE)
- Level 5: $74,979 - $84,793 (pro-rata) + 17% Superannuation
- Saturday and/or Sunday only
- Casual positions also available
About the roleEarly Start are looking for experienced operational leaders with demonstrated success in solutions-focused management, to fill permanent and casual
Team Leader positions that are critical in supporting the weekend operations of the
Discovery Space.
Weekend Team Leaders will be responsible for the overall operational management of the
Discovery Space, particularly directing and supporting staff in their diverse roles. Successful applicants will have the key priorities of ensuring visitor safety, ensuring the delivery of exceptional visitor experience, implementing relevant policies, procedures and protocols, and managing, responding and documenting incidents.About the areaEarly Start is an entity of the University of Wollongong (UOW) that sits within the Faculty of the Arts, Social Sciences and Humanities (ASSH). It draws together collaborators from the ASSH Faculty and wider UOW community to conduct interdisciplinary research and deliver educational programs within the
Discovery Space. Research translation is a priority and the
Discovery Space and partners are key research translation spaces. Partners (community, education, government, industry) are critical to enable Early Start to achieve its vision. Early Start strives to connect research, education and community to improve the life trajectories for children, especially those growing up in regional and remote Australia.The
Discovery Space is Australia's only dedicated children's museum, and the first-of-its-kind in the world based on a university campus. It is an interactive children's play environment that stimulates curiosity, nurtures creativity, builds confidence, and provides opportunities for social connection, wellbeing and development. The space is specifically designed for children from birth to 10 years and their adults and is visited by over 130,000 people a year.
How To ApplyApplicants are requested to submit a resume and cover letter (maximum 3 pages) summarising your knowledge, skills and experience as they relate to the Selection Criteria and/or Major Responsibilities located in the Position Description.For further information about this position, please contact Josef English, Manager, Early Start Operations onClosing Date: Monday 13 May 2024, 11:59 PM
Note:- This position has been classified as 'child-related work”, more information is available within the position description- Visa sponsorship is not available for this position. Only candidates with valid work rights in Australia are eligible to apply.The University of Wollongong is committed to workplace equity, diversity and inclusion. We value and acknowledge the importance of our people's diverse experiences, talents and cultures that they bring to work with them each day. Embracing diversity and creating inclusion is a key component of attracting and retaining talent in our workforce. The creation of a diverse and inclusive workforce is central to our ability to unlock potential, enhance our success and achieving our vision of being in the Top 1% of universities globally.
About Us:The University of Wollongong was born with a mission to transform our region: to educate and empower the people of the Illawarra. Our commitment to a better future has shaped our direction and impact since our inception.Over the years, we have grown to be a global diverse and inclusive civic university, working to solve global challenges and promoting harmony and social cohesion. We are proud to be a globally recognised and respected university, opening doors for our students, staff and partners.