• Make a meaningful contribution to positive outcomes for families and children
• Be part of a dynamic team with a supportive culture
• Work school hours
• Flexible work options available
• Permanent part time position based at our Mentone office
• Hours of work, Tuesday- Friday 9.15am-3pm (preferred)
• Band 6 $93,076.47 to $101,552.18 per annum pro rata plus superannuation

About us

Kingston Council’s collective focus is on delivering exceptional service that achieves our vision and meets community expectations.

We are an inclusive, resilient community with a thriving economy, where we all share a safe, sustainable environment. The City of Kingston is south-east of Melbourne and is approximately 20km from Melbourne's CBD. We employ over 1,450 people in a diverse range of roles including engineering, customer service, administration, finance, family, youth and children's services, sport and recreation, health, parks and gardens, planning, arts and management.

The Children’s Services Partnerships Team is looking for someone who is energetic, approachable, and passionate about supporting families experiencing vulnerabilities to lead our dedicated Supported and Facilitated Playgroups team.

The role is responsible for the management and delivery of our Supported Playgroups and Little Learners Playgroup program.

The role

We are seeking a Senior Supported Playgroup Facilitator to join the team. Reporting to the Team Leader Children’s Services Partnerships, your role is to:

• Develop strong relationships with families and key stakeholders
• Develop and maintain referral pathways and collaborative partnerships with community service providers
• Recruit eligible families to participate in the playgroups and in-home support
• Manage, support and supervise our Playgroup Facilitators
• Ensure funding requirements and key performance indicators are being met.

About you

If you are passionate about making a meaningful difference in the lives of families and children and are looking for a rewarding and challenging role, this could be the opportunity for you.

We are looking for someone with:

• Tertiary qualification in Human Services (eg. Bachelor Education or Early Childhood Services)
• Demonstrated experience in the leadership of teams
• Extensive experience in the delivery of supported playgroups (including Small Talk messages) or early childhood education and care services
• Experience working with families who are experiencing vulnerabilities.

What we can offer

This is a part-time permanent position for 21 hours hours per week.

The City of Kingston is a committed child safe, equal opportunity employer and committed to reconciliation. We value the diversity of lived experience and are committed to creating a workplace where all employees feel safe, supported, and connected to perform at their best.

As an employee of the City of Kingston you will be part of an inclusive culture and have access to ongoing professional development and a range of employee benefits designed to promote a positive work/life balance including flexible working arrangements, wellbeing initiatives, discounted gym membership, social club events, paid parental leave, salary packaging, study/development assistance, employee assistance program (EAP) and discounted health insurance.

The salary for this position starts at $93,076.47 (Band 6) pro rata per annum plus superannuation.

How to Apply

Don’t meet every single requirement for this role? Studies have shown women and those of underrepresented groups are less likely to apply for roles unless they meet every criterion. At Kingston City Council, we recognise that different experiences make for great community outcomes. If you are excited about this role, but your experience doesn’t perfectly align to the criteria we encourage you to click the 'Apply Now' button now and submit your application.

If you require further information after reviewing the position description available to download below, please contact Donna Feore, Team Leader Children's Services Partnerships on ph no. 9581 4872

Kingston Council will welcome applications from everyone including candidates from all backgrounds, identities, and experiences such as; Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander peoples, Women, those identifies as part of LGBTIQA+ communities, culturally and linguistically diverse persons and persons with a disability.

 To be considered for the role all applications must be submitted via our Careers recruitment portal.

A position description is attached.