Job Description

Overview n

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 n

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- Lead workforce management processes including rostering, payroll, return to work and recruitment.
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- Redesigning our organisational structure to support career growth, succession planning and strong quality practices at the centre level.
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- Implementing a new roster system.
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- Strengthening child-safe recruitment and onboarding.
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- Supporting the development of our Early Education Strategy.
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- Mentor Centre Directors, lead workforce planning and drive initiatives that improve the employee value proposition.
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- Maintain compliance with National Quality Standards (Quality Area 4 & 7).
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- Provide leadership in policy development and change management.
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What You'll Bring nn
- A degree in Early Education and/or Management/Business.
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- Substantial experience in leadership roles.
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- Substantial leadership experience in the Early Education & Care sector.
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- Deep knowledge of the National Quality Framework and relevant legislation.
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- Strong communication, organisational and analytical skills.
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- A collaborative spirit and a passion for empowering others.
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Employment details and benefits nn
- Package: $117,242 - $129,637 gross p.a. plus 12% superannuation and an award vehicle allowance of $10,780 gross p.a.
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- 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.
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- Wellbeing benefits: fitness passport, employee assistance program, annual flu shots, health and wellbeing programme and novated lease options.
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Pre-employment checks n

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 n

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

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📌 Team Leader Workforce (Early Education) (Sydney)
🏢 Sutherland Shire Council
📍 Sydney