Family Day Care Quality Improvement Coordinator

FLYING START FAMILY DAY CARE SCHEME PTY LTD – Fairfield NSW

Flying Start Family Day Care is an established Family Day Care service based in Fairfield, NSW. We are committed to providing high-quality early childhood education and care while continuously strengthening our practices, systems and service delivery.

We are seeking an experienced and motivated Family Day Care Quality Improvement Coordinator to support the ongoing development, quality improvement and continuous improvement of our service.

This opportunity would suit an experienced early childhood professional who has worked in a leadership capacity and is looking for flexible, additional work.

About Us

Flying Start Family Day Care is an established Family Day Care service based in Fairfield, NSW. We are committed to providing high-quality early childhood education and care while continuously strengthening our practices, systems and service delivery.

We are seeking an experienced and motivated Family Day Care Quality Improvement Coordinator to support the ongoing development, quality improvement and continuous improvement of our service.

This opportunity would suit an experienced early childhood qualified who has worked in a leadership capacity and is looking for flexible, additional work.

About the Role

Working collaboratively with our management team, you will support the ongoing review, development and improvement of our service's quality practices, documentation, systems and processes.

The role involves reviewing existing documentation, identifying areas for improvement, supporting quality initiatives and ensuring our service continues to strengthen its practices in line with the National Quality Framework (NQF) and National Quality Standard (NQS).

We are looking for someone who brings practical experience, initiative, fresh ideas and a proactive approach to continuous improvement.

Key Responsibilities





Quality Improvement & Service Development

- Review, update and further develop our Quality Improvement Plan (QIP).
- Support continuous improvement across all seven National Quality Areas.
- Assist with service self-assessment and quality improvement strategies.
- Identify opportunities to improve service practices, systems and procedures.
- Develop and coordinate quality improvement projects and initiatives.
- Work collaboratively with management to establish improvement goals and monitor progress.

Risk Assessments, Policies & Documentation

- Review and assist with updating existing service risk assessments, including child safety, safe sleep, transportation, excursions, emergency management and environmental safety.
- Review service policies and procedures to identify areas requiring improvement or updating.
- Assist with reviewing compliance documentation, registers, checklists and monitoring systems.
- Support the ongoing review of educator residence risk assessments and safety documentation.
- Identify gaps in existing documentation and recommend practical improvements.
- Assist with maintaining organised, accurate and up-to-date quality improvement records.
- Support the development of practical tools, templates and resources to strengthen service practices.

Community Engagement & Reconciliation

- Assist with developing and implementing our Reconciliation Action Plan (RAP).
- Develop and strengthen community engagement initiatives and partnerships.
- Support meaningful engagement with educators, children, families and the wider community.




- Identify opportunities for cultural inclusion, sustainability and community participation.

Collaboration & Continuous Improvement

- Work closely with the Approved Provider and management team.
- Provide recommendations to improve the overall quality of service delivery.
- Support the implementation of improvement initiatives and action plans.
- Contribute ideas and strategies to enhance educational practices and service operations.

About You

We are looking for someone who:

- Has extensive experience in the early childhood education and care sector.
- Has previous experience working in a leadership capacity within the early childhood industry.
- Has a strong understanding of the National Quality Framework (NQF), National Quality Standard (NQS) and relevant regulatory requirements.
- Has experience with Quality Improvement Plans, risk assessments, policies and service documentation.
- Demonstrates excellent organisational, communication and planning skills.
- Is proactive, resourceful and capable of working independently.
- Has strong attention to detail and the ability to identify opportunities for improvement.
- Can work collaboratively with management and contribute practical ideas.
- Has a genuine passion for quality improvement and early childhood education.

Previous Family Day Care experience would be advantageous but is not essential.

What We Offer

- Flexible working arrangements.
- Hybrid work opportunities, combining remote work with attendance at our Fairfield office.
- Approximately 5–10 hours per week.
- Part-time employment or independent contractor arrangements, negotiable subject to applicable requirements.
- Remuneration negotiable based on experience.
- A supportive and collaborative management team.
- An opportunity to contribute meaningfully to the ongoing improvement and development of our service.

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📌 Family Day Care Quality Improvement Coordinator (Fairfield)
🏢 FLYING START FAMILY DAY CARE SCHEME
📍 Fairfield