Liverpool Plains Shire Council

Childcare – Group Leader

• Supportive team
• Permanent full-time opportunity

If you are an enthusiastic and dedicated Early Childhood Educator and Group Leader looking for an opportunity to contribute to the growth and development of young children, we would love to hear from you! Our Eastside Long Day Care Centre has a full-time opportunity for for skilled and experienced Group Leader to join the team.

As the Group Leader, you will be responsible for:

• Planning and implementing developmentally appropriate activities and programs for a group of children.
• Supervising and supporting a team of educators.
• Promoting a safe and inclusive learning environment.
• Building positive relationships with children, parents, and staff.
• Tracking and documenting children's progress and behavior.
• Participating in staff meetings and professional development opportunities.

For a full list of duties please click on the position description.

ABOUT US

The Liverpool Plains Shire Council is a diverse organisation employing over 120 staff across a wide variety of fields who deliver a range of services to the local government area encompassing Blackville, Caroona, Currabubula, Pine Ridge, Premer, Quirindi, Spring Ridge, Wallabadah, Werris Creek and Willow Tree and the almost 8000 residents who reside there.

The council is situated in Quirindi, the heart of the Liverpool Plains, about 1.5 hours from the Upper Hunter and 50 minutes from Tamworth. Famous for its stunning landscapes and rich, highly productive land and is the perfect place to call home.

WHAT WE OFFER YOU

We offer a competitive salary commencing at $60,080 to $76,908 gross per annum plus superannuation. The starting salary will be negotiated with the successful applicant dependent on skills, qualifications and experience.

You will have access to a range of benefits including:

• Utilise Fringe Benefit Tax concessions when residing in the Shire
• Long service leave after 5 years service
• Discounted gym membership at Plains Fitness
• Access to training opportunities

WANT TO KNOW MORE?

For a confidential discussion about this opportunity, contact Maree Larkin, Acting Centre Coordinator on (02) 6746 2350 for a confidential discussion. 

HOW TO APPLY

If you are an enthusiastic and dedicated Early Childhood Educator Group Leader looking for an opportunity to contribute to the growth and development of young children, we would love to hear from you

Please complete the application form below ensuring you answer all questions. We recommend that you create your answers in a separate document (e.g. Word) then copy your answers into the application form when you're ready. On the following page attach a copy of your cover letter, CV and qualifications.

Once you have submitted your application you should receive an email acknowledgement that it has been received.  If you do not receive the acknowledgement, please check your junk or spam email boxes and contact hr@liverpoolplains.nsw.gov.au. Please note that all correspondence regarding your application status and interview will be forwarded via email.

Applications close 11:59pm Sunday, 11 May 2025

Liverpool Plains Shire Council is a Child Safe Organisation that recognises and advocates for the rights of Children and Young People and are committed to a Safe Workplace. 

Liverpool Plains Shire Council is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer committed to maintaining and supporting a diverse & inclusive workplace. We encourage applications from diverse community groups and ages.