Based on skills + experience; + super; salary sacr...
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Leadership experience in early childhood services
Knowledge of national quality framework
Budget management and strategic planning skills
This role provides strategic direction and leads the Early Years department as part of the Senior Leadership Team at Knox City Council
Job Summary
This role provides strategic direction and leads the Early Years department as part of the Senior Leadership Team at Knox City Council.
The successful candidate will oversee service delivery, manage budgets, and lead high-performing teams while ensuring compliance with legislative requirements.
Employees enjoy benefits including up to 16 weeks primary parental leave, salary sacrifice options for childcare fees, and support for further study.
Matching Summary
This role provides strategic direction and leads the Early Years department as part of the Senior Leadership Team at Knox City Council.
Salary
Based on skills and experience; plus superannuation; Salary sacrifice option available
Skills & Requirements
Must-have
Leadership experience in early childhood services
Knowledge of National Quality Framework
Budget management and strategic planning skills
Tertiary qualification in Early Childhood Education
Experience leading teams through change
Nice-to-have
Strong emotional intelligence and values-led approach
Ability to build trusted stakeholder relationships
Commitment to diversity and inclusion practices
Political awareness in dynamic environments
Proven ability to drive continuous improvement
Key Requirements
ACECQA compliant tertiary qualification in Early Childhood Education
Demonstrated leadership in regulated early childhood environments
Expert knowledge of National Quality Framework and EYLF