Team Leader Workforce (Early Education)

Sutherland Shire Council; Sydney; On-site; AUD 117,242 - 129,637; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Fitness passport

Employee assistance program

Annual flu shots

Health and wellbeing programme

Novated lease options

Job summary

A regional council in New South Wales is seeking a Team Leader Workforce (Early Education) to lead management processes and develop early education strategies. The ideal candidate has substantial leadership experience in the Early Education sector and a strong degree in Early Education or Management. This role offers a package between $117,242 - $129,637 gross p.a., plus benefits including superannuation and flexible working hours.

Qualifications

• Substantial experience in leadership roles.
• Deep knowledge of the National Quality Framework and relevant legislation.
• Strong passion for empowering others.

Responsibilities

• Lead workforce management processes including rostering, payroll, and recruitment.
• Redesign organisational structure for career growth and quality practices.
• Implement a new roster system.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Organisational skills

Analytical skills

Collaboration

Education

Degree in Early Education or Management/Business

Job description

Overview

Team Leader Workforce (Early Education) role at Sutherland Shire Council. Lead, inspire, make a lasting impact. Are you ready to lead meaningful change and help shape the future of our early education centres? We’re looking for a passionate and strategic leader to step into a Team Leader Workforce role that’s all about people, strategy and impact. This is a unique 16-month opportunity to share your expertise, ignite innovation and leave a lasting legacy, and in an organisation of our size, this could be just the beginning.

Responsibilities

• Lead workforce management processes including rostering, payroll, return to work and recruitment.
• Redesigning our organisational structure to support career growth, succession planning and strong quality practices at the centre level.
• Implementing a new roster system.
• Strengthening child-safe recruitment and onboarding.
• Supporting the development of our Early Education Strategy.
• Mentor Centre Directors, lead workforce planning and drive initiatives that improve the employee value proposition.
• Maintain compliance with National Quality Standards (Quality Area 4 & 7).
• Provide leadership in policy development and change management.

What You'll Bring

• A degree in Early Education and/or Management/Business.
• Substantial experience in leadership roles.
• Substantial leadership experience in the Early Education & Care sector.
• Deep knowledge of the National Quality Framework and relevant legislation.
• Strong communication, organisational and analytical skills.
• A collaborative spirit and a passion for empowering others.

Employment details and benefits

• Package: $117,242 - $129,637 gross p.a. plus 12% superannuation and an award vehicle allowance of $10,780 gross p.a.
• Hours of work: Temporary Full Time, 35 hours per week. Option of a 19-day month through the Council’s flex system. Position is expected to be available up to December 2026.
• Wellbeing benefits: fitness passport, employee assistance program, annual flu shots, health and wellbeing programme and novated lease options.

Pre-employment checks

Suitable candidates are subject to pre-employment screening which includes reference checks, work rights verification, identity and functional/medical history checks (including Covid-19 vaccination). Employment is subject to clearance of all these checks, including a Working with Children Check and Criminal History where applicable.

How to apply

Apply by responding to online application questions and submitting your resume outlining why you are a great fit. Applications close by 11:59pm Wednesday 3 September 2025. Interview date: Friday 12 September 2025.