Salary: $100,741 - $109,807 (Plus superannuation)
Hours: 35 (Flexible work arrangements including rostered days off available)
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Join us as the Coordinator – Courallie
Join our Children’s Services team, leading the management of an education and care service. If you're ready to make a positive impact in early childhood education, apply now! Be part of a team dedicated to excellence, innovation, and the wellbeing of children and families. Don't miss this opportunity to contribute to the future of our community.
About Orange City Council
Orange City Council is a Child Safe Organisation committed to respecting and protecting children and young people. We value their voices and views and take proactive steps to ensure their safety and wellbeing at all times. With around 800 employees, we are proud to be both for and part of the Orange community, working together to make a positive contribution to our region and to make Orange a better place to live today and tomorrow.
Key Accountabilities/Duties:
Managing the Courallie Preschool and Early Education Service this position will ensure the service complies with the National Quality Framework, Work Health and Safety (WHS) requirements, Child Protection legislation and Councils policies and procedures. The position is responsible for leading and supporting a team of Educators, overseeing funding and service operations, and developing relationships with children, families, Council colleagues and the community. This will include:
- Overseeing the service educational program, including undertaking the Educational Leader role when required.
- Ensuring the wellbeing and safety of all children within the centre; that children are protected, and their rights are upheld at all times, and that the service complies with “Keep Them Safe” guidelines.
- Applying conflict resolution and problem-solving techniques with staff and parents for the resolution of issues
- Liaising with other services and agencies, communities and families to advocate for and promote education and care
- Managing and developing staff through implementation of Council’s human resource management systems, policies and procedures
- Monitoring the service budget and ensuring the service is fully utilised.
- Ensuring the service operates in compliance with all Council systems, relevant legislation, regulations, policies and procedures, and local government requirements.
- Demonstrating the ability to effectively use Council’s software systems and other digital tools to manage the service, support administration, and maintain accurate records and reporting.
A full list of responsibilities can be found in the Position Description
What do you need?
- Bachelor of Education (Early Childhood or Primary) or equivalent tertiary qualification
- Extensive experience in a similar role
- Mandatory National Child Safety Training from Geccko (Get early childhood compliance knowledge online)
- Demonstrated effective leadership and supervisory skills, with experience leading and supporting staff
- Demonstrated experience in monitoring and managing service budgets, including resource allocation, expenditure oversight, and maintaining financial sustainability
- Current Provide an Emergency First Aid Response in an Education and Care Setting certificate (HLTAID004) or equivalent
- NSW Working with Children Check
- Satisfactory Criminal History Check
What’s in it for you?
- 50% Off Childcare Gap Fee at Council Services (after CCS has been applied)
- Time off across the Christmas/New Year period of at least 2 weeks
- Paid staff meetings
- Free access to EAP services for you and your family for mental health support
- Health and Wellbeing benefits including access to a Fitness Passport for you and your family.
- A range of in-house and external training opportunities
- Professional career development opportunities
- Salary Packaging available including novated leasing.
- Uniform allowance
How to Apply:
If you're eager to elevate your career within the Children’s Services sector and make a positive impact with Orange City Council, we want to hear from you! To apply, please click ‘Apply’. There are screening questions that must be answered to apply for the position. You can also save and return to your job application at any time prior to the closing date.
For enquiries about this role please email [email protected] or call Children’s Services Lead, Dale Lovett, on 6393 8624
Application Deadline: Sunday 14 June 2026
Please note: Where additional candidates are found suitable from this round of recruitment a talent list or pool may be created for filling any similar permanent or temporary roles that may become vacant over the next twelve months
