Program Supervisor

Child Australia; Town Of Port Hedland; On-site; AUD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid professional development and year

Awards nights participation

Employee wellbeing support (EAP)

Rewards programs

Commitment to child safety and vision

Job summary

Child Australia in Western Australia seeks an experienced Early Childhood Leader to head the West Pilbara Mobile Children's Service. The role involves weekly travel to remote Aboriginal communities, leading day-to-day operations and planning inclusive, culturally responsive programs that align with the Early Years Learning Framework.

You will develop educators, strengthen partnerships with families, Elders, schools and health services, and ensure reporting, funding, compliance and planning meet

Qualifications

• Diploma in Early Childhood Education and Care (or ACECQA-approved equivalent).
• At least two years' experience in early childhood education and care.
• Strong knowledge of the National Quality Framework and Early Years Learning Framework.
• Current Working With Children Check, First Aid qualifications and a valid Australian driver's licence.
• Experience working with Aboriginal communities and/or remote service delivery will be highly regarded.
• Demonstrated commitment to cultural safety, inclusion and reconciliation.

Responsibilities

• Travel weekly to remote communities and build relationships with children, families, Elders and local stakeholders.
• Be onsite to lead the day-to-day operation of the Mobile Children's Service across the Pilbara.
• Plan and deliver inclusive, culturally responsive early learning programs aligned with the Early Years Learning Framework.
• Support and develop educators.
• Collaborate with schools, health services and community organisations to strengthen outcomes for children and families.
• Manage reporting, funding deliverables, compliance requirements and operational planning.
• Conduct risk assessments and support safe travel and program delivery in remote locations.
• Drive long distances and utilise 4WD vehicles where required.
• No two days are the same; travel to remote communities, mentor educators and prepare reports for service sustainability.

Skills

Relocation willingness

Relationship-building

Communication skills

Cultural safety

Education

Diploma in Early Childhood Education and Care

Job description

Are you looking to relocate to the Pilbara? We have a truly unique opportunity for an Early Childhood Professional to step outside of the service and provide high-quality early education to remote Aboriginal communities.

About the Program

West Pilbara Mobile Children's Service delivers play-based early learning programs to remote Aboriginal communities throughout the Pilbara. The program provides children and families with access to high-quality early childhood education in their local community, supporting children's development, school readiness, wellbeing, and connection to culture.

Working in partnership with families, Elders, and community members, the service creates culturally safe and inclusive learning environments where children can thrive.

The impact you'll have in this role:

Increase access to quality early childhood education for children living in remote communities.

Create culturally safe learning environments that celebrate Aboriginal culture, language and identity.

Support children to develop the skills and confidence they need for a successful transition to school.

What you'll do:

Travel weekly to remote communities and build positive relationships with children, families, Elders and local stakeholders.

Be onsite to lead the day-to-day operation of the Mobile Children's Service across the Pilbara.

Plan and deliver inclusive, culturally responsive early learning programs aligned with the Early Years Learning Framework.

Support and develop educators.

Collaborate with schools, health services and community organisations to strengthen outcomes for children and families.

Manage reporting, funding deliverables, compliance requirements and operational planning.

Conduct risk assessments and support safe travel and program delivery in remote locations.

Drive long distances and utilise 4WD vehicles where required.

No two days are the same. One day you may be travelling to a remote community and running an early learning program alongside local families, and the next you may be mentoring educators, developing program plans, meeting with community stakeholders, or preparing reports that secure the future of the service.

About You

We're looking for an experienced and confident early childhood leader who is passionate about creating equitable opportunities for children and families.

You will have:

Ability to and willingness to relocate to Port Hedland

Demonstrated commitment to cultural safety, inclusion and reconciliation.

Strong relationship-building and communication skills.

Diploma in Early Childhood Education and Care (or ACECQA-approved equivalent).

At least two years' experience in early childhood education and care.

Strong knowledge of the National Quality Framework and Early Years Learning Framework.

Experience preparing reports, documentation or grant-related reporting.

Current Working With Children Check, First Aid qualifications and a valid Australian driver's licence.

Experience working with Aboriginal communities and/or remote service delivery will be highly regarded.

What We Offer

Paid professional development and yearly ELCD and Little People, Big Dreams conference access

Dress to impress at Sector-wide Awards nights hosted by Child Australia.

Employee wellbeing support through our EAP, counselling, nutrition, financial advice and more

Recognition through our rewards programs

Every Employee in our organisation is committed to strengthening child safety through genuine and ongoing continuous improvement

Join a values-driven, not-for-profit organisation making a genuine difference in the sector!

As part of our commitment to child safety, all successful applicants will be required to provide a satisfactory National Police Clearance issued within the last six months prior to commencing employment.

Throughout our rich history we’ve been committed to our mission of developing the capacity of professionals working with children, families and the community, to support children’s well-being, learning and development. We have a vision of a community where children grow, thrive and reach their full potential.

We place the child at the centre of our support model.

Our activities include programs that support both parents and families as the child’s first teacher. It is our commitment to pedagogy through collaboration, innovation, and delivery of quality initiatives, that positions Child Australia as a principle organisation dedicated to improving developmental outcomes for all children.