Moorabool is not only a great place to work; it’s also a great place to live.

We support fewer in person hours, our people are afforded ultimate flexibility that meets the needs of each individual.

• Band 5 $78,175.10 to $89,274.33 (pro-rata) + 12% Superannuation
• Fixed Term to 30 June 2027
• 45 hours/fortnight (Tues, Wed, Thurs preferred)
• Based at West Maddingley

About Council

Moorabool Shire Council is a progressive organisation that is experiencing rapid growth and surging development. We offer a perfect blend of picturesque and friendly surrounds where you can enjoy an urban lifestyle in towns like Bacchus Marsh or take advantage of Moorabool’s smaller towns and hamlets, rural open spaces and natural surrounds.

Our focus is on building a healthy, inclusive and connected community; a liveable and thriving environment and an organisation that listens and adapts to the need of our evolving communities.

The Role

Help shape brighter futures for children and families in our community. As our Facilitated Playgroup & Multicultural Support Officer, you'll deliver engaging playgroups, provide outreach and support to culturally and linguistically diverse (CALD), refugee and asylum seeker families, and help children thrive through access to early years services. Working collaboratively with families, community organisations and early childhood providers, you'll build strong connections, promote inclusion, and support successful transitions to kindergarten and school. This is a rewarding opportunity to make a meaningful difference in the lives of children and families every day.

If you have questions specific to the role, please contact Ange Clark (Coordinator Early Years & Youth Services) on 5366 1297.

What We Offer

• Outstanding flexible working arrangements – make working with us work for you.
• Access to 3 health and wellbeing days over the life of our Health and Wellbeing Strategy
• Eligibility for parental leave after six months service
• Payment of increments whilst on parental leave
• Six months of super paid on unpaid parental leave
• Flexibility Spread of Hours Clause
• Updates to our Discretionary Leave Clause to include gender affirmation related activities, natural disaster and foster caring.

Send us an email at [email protected] using the subject line: Facilitated Playgroup & Multicultural Support Officer enquiry via EthicalJobs and we can chat about all the benefits of working at Moorabool. We’d love to chat with you about our culture, development frameworks, progression opportunities, cultural initiatives, reward frameworks and flexibility opportunities.

About You

You're passionate about supporting children and families to thrive and believe in the power of play, connection and inclusion. You have experience working with young children and families, particularly those from CALD, refugee or vulnerable backgrounds, and are confident building trusted relationships within the community. With strong communication and organisational skills, you can deliver engaging programs, provide practical support and advocacy, and work collaboratively with a range of stakeholders. Most importantly, you're committed to creating welcoming, inclusive environments where every child and family feels valued and supported.

You hold a tertiary qualification in Early Childhood Education, Community Development, Community Services, Social Services, or a related field (or a combination of relevant qualifications and significant experience). You also maintain a current Level 2 First Aid Certificate and CPR accreditation, ensuring a safe and supportive environment for children and families.

How to Apply

To submit your application, please click ‘Apply Now’ by the closing date.

When you apply, you won’t be required to complete lengthy key selection criteria, instead you will be asked to pitch to Council as to why you are the best candidate for this role.

You’ll also be asked to tell us what interview style works best for you. We want to make sure your interview experience is one that you feel comfortable with and that you leave your interview knowing the best version of yourself was on offer.

Applications will close by 11.59pm on the closing date.

If you are experiencing difficulties with your application please contact Zoe Hegarty People & Culture Business Partner on 5366 1444.

Moorabool Shire Council is proudly committed to:

• Being a family friendly, gender inclusive and equal opportunity employer
• Promoting the safety, wellbeing and inclusion of all children under the age of 18
• Supporting the Human Rights Charter

**Please be advised we do not accept applications through agencies**

We encourage applications from Aboriginal people, people from culturally and/or linguistically diverse backgrounds and people with a disability

Only those with the right to work in Australia will be considered.