Fixed Term, Part Time, 32 hours per week - ending 25 June 2027

Core Intro

The City of Whittlesea is unique. We are a growing and diverse Council, offering interesting work and exciting opportunities to explore. Here, you will find a team of friendly and authentic people who, together, create a fun and supportive environment. It is a place where the real you is welcomed, your wellbeing is prioritised and your work matters. If you are inspired by delivering for our community, have a desire to grow, and can bring a positive energy to share with your talented colleagues, then you might just find your place with us.

The part you will play

The Best Start program Supervisor facilitates and builds effective working relationships between a range of sector partners to secure the delivery of identified work priorities. The successful applicant must hold a tertiary qualification in early childhood, human/social sciences, community development or related field combined with at least 5 years’ experience in an appropriate role.

Key responsibilities include, but are not limited to

- Support and facilitate the Best Start Partnership to achieve their stated outcomes for children in greatest need
- Engage and build partnerships with key stakeholders
- Facilitate the review of data, evidence and local knowledge with the Partnership to identify strategies for trial
- Coach partner organisations to embed an improvement approach within their work, guiding the creation of change ideas for testing
- Facilitate the review of the trialled change ideas and the decisions to adopt, abandon or adapt further
- Communicate improvement cycle outcomes,



supporting the scale up and replication of strategic actions within and between Best Start sites

As part of the Children and Families team you will work closely with internal and external early years sector stakeholders.

Working on

- Building effective working relationships between a range of sector partners
- Engaging and networking effectively with Aboriginal and mainstream services
- Reviewing data, evidence and local knowledge to identify community needs
- Ensuring stakeholder, partnership and community feedback is sought to guide improvement ideas

You will thrive in this role if you:

- Build relationships
- Develop, monitor and report on strategies
- Network skillfully
- Facilitate the review of trialled change ideas

Why you will love working with us

In addition to the role, we also offer a variety of perks. Here are just a few:

- Band 6 - $100.440
- Flexible working practices, including hybrid working from home arrangements
- Comprehensive Wellbeing program, including free exercise classes and discounted gym access

There are many more benefits available to you, check them out by visiting our website using this link.

Position Description: Best Start Program Supervisor PD





We are one of the largest and fastest-growing municipalities in Australia. As a local government organisation, we play a pivotal role in the everyday lives of our community.

Vision, Purpose and Values

Whittlesea 2040 A place for all is our long-term vision for the City of Whittlesea. It guides all our work and future partnerships with the community and others. Our vision, purpose and values all feed into this overarching commitment.

Our vision is to make Whittlesea 2040: A Place for All by ensuring our residents can enjoy access to local services, facilities and infrastructure.

Our Customer Charter

We're commited to providing excellent service and satisfaction to all community members: residents, businesses, vendors and visitiors. As part of this commitment, we've developed a Customer Charter that outlines the standards of Service you can expect from us.

We recognise that our people are diverse, we create a work environment where all people feel like they can bring their true selves to work, every day.

Research tells us that candidates from underrepresented backgrounds often don’t apply for roles if they don’t meet all the criteria – unlike a majority of candidates who meet significantly fewer requirements.

We support and encourage you to apply if you are interested; we’d love to know how your unique experience can enhance our team.

If you require an adjustment at any time during the recruitment process, please call or email the contact person listed above, along with your preferred method of communication.

The closing date is Friday 14 August 2026.

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📌 Best Start Program Supervisor (Australia)
🏢 Whittlesea
📍 Australia