ELC Director

(Known within Council as Early Learning Centre Coordinator) 
Upper Hunter Early Learning Centre - SCONE 
Permanent Full-Time (35 hours per week)

The role:
Council is seeking a highly motivated and experienced professional to undertake the above position.  The Early Learning Centre Coordinator will coordinate and supervise the ELC team and effectively manage the day to day operation of the service to provide inclusive high quality educational and care services and influential pedagogical leadership whilst maintaining compliance with legislation and policies.

What’s on Offer:
-$1687.30 - $1889.80 per week + 11.5% super + opportunity for salary progression
-Generous leave provisions and professional development opportunities
-On the job training by a well-established, values driven and supportive team
-Work-life balance working Monday to Friday (no weekend work)
-An opportunity to make a difference to the next generation
-Access to Rental & Relocation policies
-Access to long service leave after 5 years of continuous service
-Flexible work arrangements and reward program
-Salary sacrifice options

What we need from you: 
All applicants should hold a Degree qualification in Education (Early Childhood) or a relevant Diploma and be willing or have commenced further studies. Experience in a like role and current working with children check are essential. An understanding of the Early Years Learning Framework and demonstrated ability to assess children’s learning to develop, implement and evaluate curriculum for children aged 0 – 6 years is also essential.

About us: 
Council is a progressive and caring organisation where all our employees work together to deliver quality services to support our community. We strive to make a difference and add value to the lives of our community. Everything we do is underpinned by the values of the organisation and staff, which are being honest, open and accountable, having mutual respect for all people and cultures, ensuring we deliver on our commitments, providing efficient, effective and reliable services to ensure staff and community safety and to provide improved environmental responsibility.

Located in the picturesque Upper Hunter, our shire encompasses the townships of Merriwa, Murrurundi, Aberdeen and Scone. All great places to live and work, come and see for yourself!

Closing Date:

13th October 2024 

Enquiries and Further Information: 
Give Amanda Catzikiris, Manager Community Services, a call on 02 6540 1153 or e-mail hr@upperhunter.nsw.gov.au to discuss this opportunity. 

Job Description:

To view the job description for this role, click here.

How To Apply
We encourage all applicants to apply online and attach their cover letter and resume by the closing date by clicking “Apply for this job” or through Council’s website - upperhunter.nsw.gov.au.  

We welcome candidates from all backgrounds and value diversity and inclusion in our workplace. We encourage all applicants, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people with disability, LGBTIQ and culturally diverse communities to join Council. 
Council will provide reasonable adjustments for individuals with disability throughout the recruitment process. If you identify as a person with disability and require adjustments to the application, recruitment, selection and/or assessment process, please advise via hr@upperhunter.nsw.gov.au or 02 65401100 to discuss