Manager Educational Outcomes

Job No: 349473
Location: Geelong

About the Opportunity

As the Manager of Kindergarten Educational Outcomes, you will play a pivotal role in shaping the future of Meli’s Kindergarten Services. This leadership position is responsible for ensuring compliance with National Law and Regulations while driving alignment with the National Quality Framework. You will oversee a dynamic team of Kindergarten Program Advisors, Pedagogical and Development Leaders, and Kindergarten Program Officers, fostering a culture of excellence and innovation. This role involves strategic engagement with key stakeholders, delivering professional development initiatives, and ensuring high-quality service delivery across all Meli Kindergarten programs. With a focus on educational outcomes and compliance, you’ll lead critical projects, support continuous improvement, and represent Meli in sector-wide forums, making a lasting impact on early childhood education.

Vacancy Details

  • Fixed term position until 21 April 2025
  • 0.8 FTE working 30.4 hours per week
  • $128,398 p/a (pro-rata) + Super
  • To view the Position Description, please click here 

What We Offer

  • Be part of a values-driven organisation where your work makes a meaningful impact and aligns with a shared purpose to make a difference.
  • Flexible ways of working 
  • Meli Community enjoy salary packaging benefits up to $15,900/year - putting more of your income directly in your pocket and boosting your financial wellbeing 
  • Employee-led Inclusion Working Groups open to all employees 
  • Learning & Development opportunities and pathways for career progression
  • Employee Assistance Program – independent confidential counselling service
  • A dynamic culture of dedicated, passionate and professional team members
  • Paid parental leave program, in addition to the government parental leave scheme

About You

To be successful in the role, you will have:

  • Bachelor of Early Childhood Education (or equivalent as approved by ACECQA and suitable pursuant to the Education and Care Services National Law Act 2010 and the Education and Care Services National Regulations 2011.) Including current registration with the Victorian Institute of Teaching (VIT).
  • Comprehensive understanding and knowledge of the National Education and Care Services Act and Regulations 2011 and the Victorian Early Years Learning Framework and ECEC National Quality Framework and Standards.
  • Significant experience as a senior leader in ECEC including supervising, mentoring, and coaching ECEC staff.
  • Proven capability in leading programs to deliver proficient service delivery within a multi-site organization. 

Application Process

  • Applicants must address each of the Qualifications, Skills and Experience criteria outlined in the following questionnaire and provide a current Résumé in order to be considered.
  • Successful applicants will be required to provide a current Working with Children Check (WWCC) or VIT registration and undergo a National Police Check prior to commencement.
  • Meli reserves the right to shortlist and interview before the closing date of this position, so please don’t delay in applying.

Contact Details

For more information about the position please contact Catherine O'Hara, Manager, Kindergarten Educational Outcomes, 0408 938 696.

Meli is committed to providing a child safe environment. We have zero tolerance of any abuse or maltreatment of children.

Meli values and celebrates diversity and are working to create a team of people who reflect the diverse community we support. Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander, LGBTQIA+, culturally diverse people, those living with a disability, and those looking to return to the workforce following a break in their career are encouraged to apply for our roles.  

If you require adjustments to the recruitment process, please email us at recruitment@meli.org.au to let us know how we can best support you.

Applications close 11:59pm Sunday 8 December 2024

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