Lead with purpose. Support families. Strengthen the community.

At Banyule City Council, we're committed to supporting everychild and family to thrive. We're looking for a Maternal and Child Health (MCH)Team Leader to lead our Universal MCH team for 12 months on a part timebasis (working 4 days per week) covering parental leave. This is a great opportunity to joinour passionate team and play a pivotal leadership role in enhancing the health,wellbeing, and development of our youngest residents and their families.

You'll work closely with the MCH and Immunisation ServicesCoordinator and the Team Leader of Enhanced and Programs to lead a dedicatedteam of MCH professionals, delivering high-quality, evidence-based care andsupport across the Universal service.

Why this role matters:

You will be at the forefront of driving innovation, bestpractice, and continuous improvement in maternal and child health services.You'll ensure every family receives the support they need, when they need it.Your leadership will directly influence the outcomes for children and theircaregivers, shaping a healthier, more connected community.

What you'll do:

- Lead and inspire:Take the next step in your MCH career, providing operational andclinical leadership to an experienced and committed team.
- Make an impact: Help shape high-quality,contemporary MCH service delivery through clinical governance, qualityimprovement and evidence-informed practice.
- Grow your leadership capability:Build your experience in people leadership,workforce coordination, service improvement and stakeholder engagement whileremaining connected to the MCH profession.

This position is part ofBanyule's Leadership Network– you'llhave opportunities to grow your skills and experience of leadership in a LocalGovernment context and develop your skills as an organisational leader beyondyour role-based expertise.

About you:

You are a skilled and passionate Maternal and Child HealthNurse with proven leadership experience and a strong clinical background. You'llbe AHPRA registered and hold a current CPR and first aid certification.



You'redeeply committed to family-centred care and understand how high-quality MCHservices positively shape a child's early development.You thrive in a collaborative environment, aresolutions-focused, and bring a proactive approach to managing operational andstrategic challenges. Most importantly, you're driven by the opportunity tomake a real difference in the lives of others. You also have:

- Excellentinterpersonal skills, including the ability to discuss, build trust andresolve issues of concern to staff and service users.
- Understandingof the current context in which MCH Services operate, especially aroundpolicies, guidelines, standards of practice and legislation that appliesto the service.
- Soundexperience in leadership including an ability to lead, motivate anddevelop team members
- Demonstrated ability tosupport the development and implementation of key changes in MCH servicedelivery that align people, process and service
- Competencein program planning, data interpretation, reporting and qualityimprovement

Mandatory Pre-employment checks:

- FunctionalCapacity Assessment
- NationallyCoordinated Criminal History Check
- Workingwith Children's Check
- Driver'sLicense

We offer:

- Temporaryparental leave cover role – 1 February 2027 to 4 February 2028 - working 4days/30 hours per week – days of the week can be discussed but working ona Thursday and Friday is required.
- Salaryof $115,096.41 per annum plus super (for comparison at full time thiswould be $145,788.78 perannum plus super) plus relevant qualification allowance.
- A team-oriented culture thatfosters collaboration and open communication, allowing employees tocontribute their ideas and learn from others.
- Award-winninglearning and development opportunities.
- Healthand well-being initiatives including Fitness Passport.

Equal Opportunity and Accessibility:





Banyule CityCouncil is an Equal Opportunity Employer; we value diversity and inclusion, andwe welcome candidates from all backgrounds. If you have a reasonableadjustment, support, or access requirement, we encourage you to inform usthrough your application or email**********@banyule.vic.gov.au

Our Values

At Banyule, our values of respect,integrity, responsibility, initiative and inclusion guide how we work with eachother and our community. We are looking for someone who shares these values andis passionate about creating positive outcomes for our people and the communitywe serve.

Community Vision

We in Banyule are a thriving,sustainable, inclusive and connected community. We are engaged, we belong, andwe value and protect our environment.

Diversity Statement

Our community is made up ofdiverse, cultures, beliefs, abilities, bodies, sexualities, ages, and genders.We are committed to access, equity, participation, and rights for everyone:principles that empower, foster harmony, and increase the well-being of aninclusive community.

Acknowledgment of the Traditional Custodians

BanyuleCity Council is proud to acknowledge the Wurundjeri Woi-wurrung people asTraditional Custodians of the land and we pay respect to all Aboriginal andTorres Strait Islander Elders, past, present and emerging, who have resided inthe area and have been an integral part of the region's history.Banyule City Council endorsesthe Uluru Statement from the Heart in full and accepts the invitation to walkwith First Nations peoples, to a better future for us all.

Child Safe Standards Statement of Commitment

BanyuleCity Council is a child-safe organisation committed to the safety andwell-being of children.

Council has a zero tolerance for child abuse. All allegations and safety concerns will be treated seriously and acted upon. As a child-secure organisation we are committed to providing a child-safe environment where children feel safe, are empowered, valued and protected. Council will actively listen to children, ensuring the voices are heard and considered indecisions that affect their lives.

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📌 Universal MCH Team Leader (Melbourne)
🏢 Banyule City Council
📍 Melbourne