Nominated Supervisor

Role Title: Nominated Supervisor Work Type: Casual Reports To: Executive Committee of Staverton Kindergarten Location: Staverton Kindergarten Chelmer Staff Responsibility: The Nominated Supervisor has direct line management responsibility for Service Staff relevant to the delivery of the educational and care program.
About Staverton Kindergarten: Staverton Kindergarten is a not-for-profit community kindergarten, with a caring and dedicated team of educators who strive for excellence in early childhood education through safe, guided and supported play.
The centre has 2 units with 4 groups of children attending for a 5 day fortnight.
After Kindy Hours Care AKHC is available until 5:30pm.
Staverton Kindergarten is committed to providing: ? high quality early childhood education and care services for families with young children ? advocacy for young children and their families Purpose of Role The Nominated Supervisor, Staverton Kindergarten is a senior and respected position within the Service, with overarching responsibility for the leadership and management of the Service.
Key duties include promoting and ensuring: ? the delivery of high quality early childhood education and Kindergarten programs based on the Early Years Learning Framework (EYLF) and Queensland Kindergarten Learning Guideline (QKLG).
? strong trusting relationships between children, families and staff ? a strong and cohesive professional team ? meaningful parent participation in all aspects of service provision ? flexible relevant and responsive service provision ? cost effective service provision and the best investment of available resources.
The Nominated Supervisor reports to and works closely with the Management Committee (Approved Provider) and maintains a collaborative and productive working relationship with the Educational Leader, administration and staff team.
The Nominated Supervisor is responsible for ensuring that all services and activities provided are consistent with the purpose, vision, and values of Staverton Kindergarten Association and comply with relevant legislation, quality standards, contemporary research and practice wisdom.
The Staverton Kindergarten Association aspires to reflective practice in all aspects of work, continuous quality improvement and the highest possible standards of service provision.
Role Duties Leadership and Management Under the National Quality Framework accept the role of Nominated Supervisor as discussed in the Education and Care Services National Regulations ? Lead the provision of high quality early childhood education and care promoting the organisation philosophy.
? Promote, support and monitor the development, implementation and evaluation of relevant and responsive child-centred curricula/ programs.
? Support and supervise staff in their work at the service, promoting informed and reflective professional practice.
? Promote and facilitate meaningful parent participation in all aspects of service provision, and support staff in this important aspect of their work.
? Implement a range of proactive strategies to promote two-way information sharing between home and the service, including feedback on service provision.
? Facilitate regular and effective two-way communication between management and staff.
? Actively model and practise effective leadership and facilitate democratic participation in centre decision making.
? Guide the development of organisational policies, procedures and practices to promote and support high quality and cost effective service provision.
? Support the identification of potential funding sources, and the preparation of funding submissions.
? Support integrated service delivery through the development of professional networks with contacts outside the Service, including child health and other specialist services, schools, parenting and family support services.
Financial Management and Service Administration ? Maintain high standards of financial management and service administration to support the provision of high quality ECEC.
? Implement and maintain organisational policies and procedures relating to waiting lists, enrolments and the prompt filling of vacancies.
? Support timely and effective processing of data collection for related funding and accountability reports.
? In collaboration with the executive committee assist the formulation and evaluation of the service budget, monitor income and expenditure in accordance with budget estimates and ensure that all steps are taken to comply with the budget.
? Where applicable develop, implement and regularly review staff rosters to support high quality, staff equity and cost effective service provision.
? Authorise expenditure in accordance with the Service budget (subject to the approval of the Committee of Management for purchases exceeding the specified limit).
? Identify and prioritise building and equipment maintenance requirements and work with the Committee of Management to address these requirements.
? Provide regular reports, including staffing and child attendance reports to Committee of Management to assist budget monitoring and maintenance.
? Develop, monitor and review service filing systems (including electronic where applicable), in collaboration with the administration (when employed at the service) and Committee of Management to ensure consistent, systematic and effective systems for the maintenance of information and records.
Human Resource Management and Support ? Assist the Committee of Management with recruitment and selection of staff, and development of strategies to reward and retain staff.
? Develop and implement effective staff orientation and induction procedures.
? Contribute to the development of new position descriptions for all staff.
? Communicate and regularly review organisational policies, procedures and practices with staff to promote consistent high quality service provision.
? Facilitate staff performance planning and review (PPR) appraisals on a regular basis, at least annually.
? Use PPR and other relevant information to determine education and training needs and the best way to meet these needs in collaboration with the Educational Leader & Management Committee.
? Promote and support professional development for staff, including attending and leading professional development sessions in collaboration with the Educational Leader.
? Promote and support leadership, professionalism and accountability at all levels across the service.
? Develop and maintain cooperative and harmonious relationships and work in collaboration with others to prevent and/or resolve difficulties.
? Plan for and manage staffing to cover leave to maximise continuity for children and families and cost effectiveness for the service.
? Coordinate and approve staff timesheets ensuring timely and accurate completion.
Continuous Quality Improvement ? Ensure that all statutory requirements with respect to the Service are being met or exceeded (e.g National Quality Framework, Approved Kindergarten Program Provider, funding agreements, other relevant legislation and regulations) ? Lead the service through the Assessment process with the Regulatory Authority ? Engage all stakeholders in the self assessment process, development and ongoing implementation of the Quality Improvement Plan as part of the NQF.
? Promote and support reflective practice in all staff, and commitment to continuous quality improvement.
Workplace Health and Safety ? Keep up to date with Workplace Health and Safety legislation and regulations as they pertain to this Service.
? Contribute to the development, implementation and review of organisational WH&S policies and procedures.
? Support the Workplace Health and Safety Representative or Committee Member in all aspects of their work.
? Facilitate information sharing and training regarding WH&S and ensure that safe work practices are adhered to and all safety equipment used when appropriate.
? Ensure that any equipment or facilities posing a safety risk are identified, recorded, followed up in a timely manner, and reported to the Committee of Management as required Ensure the timely and accurate completion of Incident, Injury, Trauma and Illness ? Records & Reports and prepare these to submit to the Committee of Management and Regulatory Authority.
? Facilitate regular safety drills, including fire evacuation and service lock down procedures.
Other Duties ? Engagement in special projects as required.
Key Selection Criteria ? Qualification in Early Childhood Education.
? Minimum three years' experience in a similar role ? Highly developed written and verbal communication / presentation skills.
? Ability to self manage and meet timelines.
? Demonstration of initiative and innovation.
? Commitment to quality outputs and competent in information technology.
? Knowledge of the Early Years Learning Framework, Queensland Kindergarten Learning Guideline and the National Quality Standards is essential.
? General knowledge and/or the ability to rapidly acquire knowledge of relevant legislations.
? Professional presentation and attire.
Ongoing Requirements ? Curriculum ? Working with Children and Families ? Human Resource Management and Support ? Supporting the Service ? National Quality Framework – Compliance with Legislative Requirements ? Leadership and Management ? Financial Management and Service Administration ? Workplace Health and Safety Essential Qualifications ? Senior first aid certificate, including resuscitation certificate and training in the emergency management of anaphylaxis and asthma.
? Current Suitability Card ? Qualification in Early Childhood Education.
Application If you wish to apply for this position, please address your enquiries and/or application and resume to Carrie Grassick at ******.
Applications must include at least 2 current referees.
Interviews will be held as soon as possible.