Team Leader Early Education and Care Services (Bachelor Qualified)

Employment type

• 3x Full time, Permanent
• 1x Full time, Fixed Term until 26 January 2028
• 1x Part Time, Permanent (0.8EFT – 30.4 hours per week)

Remuneration : Salary determined by the EEEA 2026, with in charge allowance

Location: Positions are located at several service locations within Wyndham Municipality.

About the role

We are seeking experienced and passionate Team Leaders - Early Education and Care Services to provide operational and pedagogical leadership across Wyndham’s kindergarten services. In these roles, you will oversee the day-to-day management of a service and lead a team of educators, providing leadership and pedagogical support and guidance in line with family-centered practice.

You will lead and support a diverse workforce across educator and teacher positions, including casual and agency staff, while fostering a positive team culture focused on collaboration, professional development and continuous improvement.

This leadership role is responsible for the overall management and performance of a kindergarten service, ensuring the delivery of high-quality education and care for children and families. As the Nominated Supervisor, you will provide leadership across service operations, including educational quality, regulatory compliance, enrolments, occupational health and safety, staffing and rostering, financial administration, recruitment, performance development and community engagement.

Working closely with the Area Leader Early Education and Care Services, you will support and develop educators, foster a positive team culture and drive continuous improvement across all aspects of service delivery. Educational Leader responsibilities may also be included, depending on the requirements of the service.

As a key representative of your service, you will build strong relationships with families, staff and the wider community, encouraging positive family and community participation and supporting Council’s integrated service approach.

To be eligible for this role you must have the following qualification and registration;

• Bachelor of Teaching (Early Childhood), Bachelor of Education (Early Childhood) or other relevant approved ACECQA qualification.
• Valid Victorian Institute of Teaching (VIT) registration

What your day will look like

• Leading and supervising teachers, educators and volunteers at Wyndham’s kindergarten service.
• Rostering and staffing, such as authorising timesheets and organising staff meetings.
• Proving guidance and support to parents and staff members through a diverse range of complex situations.
• Management of reporting and financial operation of the service reporting to senior leaders as regularly scheduled.
• Delivering insights and providing best practice knowledge around current trends in early years education, implementing this in line with the unit goals.
• Actively contributing to the success of Early Education and Care Services and the Community Life Directorate through teamwork and effective performance of the position responsibilities and duties.

What you will bring

Mandatory Qualifications to practice as an Early Childhood Teacher (ECT) in Victoria, as outlined in the Position Description:

• Bachelor of Teaching (Early Childhood), Bachelor of Education (Early Childhood) or other relevant approved ACECQA qualification.
• Valid Victorian Institute of Teaching (VIT) registration.

In addition to the above qualifications:

• Demonstrated leadership experience as a Nominated Supervisor and/or Educational Leader, with responsibility for service operations, regulatory compliance, educational quality, and staff development.
• Experience in influence and providing direction to educators at the service, linking your problem solving, mentoring and confident decision-making skills.
• Extensive experience working in early years education, understanding the range of regulations and policies the service is governed by.
• Exceptional prioritisation and time management skills, to effectively navigate the duties of this busy role.
• Strong understanding of the variety of local, state and Commonwealth guidelines and regulations, and the ability to ensure compliance in line with council policies.
• Valid First Aid Certificate (including CPR) and related certifications as outlined in the position description.
• Valid Foundations of Child Safety Training (Course 1 & 2)
• Foundations of Child Safety Training (Course 3, 4 & 5) desirable.

If you progress past the interview stage, you may be required to complete pre-employment screening, which may include police checks, a medical, qualification verification, and an Australian work rights check.

Why join Wyndham

We are one of Australia’s fastest growing and most diverse cities.

By 2040, we will have more than 500,000 residents and our people are hard at work designing the precincts, building the infrastructure, developing the policies and delivering the programs that will ensure the City is prepared.

Look at our job opportunities and you may be surprised at what you discover: a future-focused culture, a sense of purpose and possibility, and real opportunities to strengthen our diverse community. It all adds up to make Wyndham City a great place to belong.

Our people are our most valued asset. We are focused on building a culture that empowers every person to do their best work. Flexibility is built right into our DNA and we are committed to cultivating an inclusive workplace that celebrates a diverse workforce.

How to apply

Please apply online via the link provided, submitting your resume and a cover letter outlining your suitability for the role and specify which position you are applying for.

Applications close at 11:59PM on Sunday 22 November 2026.

If you have further role-specific questions, please contact Alyce Arcifa, Area Leader Early Education & Care Services on 03 8734 1300.

Wyndham City Council is committed to providing a recruitment experience that is fair, inclusive, and accessible.

If you have specific accessibility needs or general recruitment enquiries, please contact our Careers team via [email protected] or 03 9394 6860.

Child Safe Organisation

Wyndham City Council has zero tolerance to any form of child abuse and is committed to the safety, wellbeing and empowerment of children. We create and maintain a child safe organisation which is embedded in the everyday thinking and practice of all employees, volunteers and contractors. Additionally, we are committed to fostering a culture of safety within the Council, which includes the inclusion and empowerment of Aboriginal children, their families, and communities. Our recruitment practices reflect this.

Diversity and Inclusion

At Wyndham City Council we value workforce diversity and inclusion and embrace individual uniqueness. We value diverse life experiences and the perspectives of our people, while providing high-quality services to all members of our community, regardless of age, gender, ethnicity, religion, cultural background, disability, or sexuality.

Wyndham has one of the largest Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities in the Western Region, with a rich and diverse history. We are committed to providing positive employment opportunities for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people and welcome applications from candidates of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander background. To read more about Wyndham City’s Innovate Reconciliation Action Plan, please visit our website.