• Part Time position, (11 hours a week)
• Salary $78,641 +  Superannuation (pro rata)  
• Contribute to a small team that focuses on positive outcomes for children and families in the City of Monash
• Closing date 11 July 2025

City of Monash is a dynamic organisation committed to providing excellence in service delivery. Located in the eastern region, Monash is a cosmopolitan and culturally diverse city, close to the demographic centre of Melbourne.

Our Early Years and Family Services Team is dedicated to supporting the wellbeing of children and families through inclusive, community-focused programs. We prioritise strong community connections, a sense of belonging and empowering families to thrive together.

About the Position

Using a strength based, customer focused approach, the role will be to engage and support the participation of families in playgroups.

Skills and Experience

• Plan and facilitate supported playgroup sessions using flexible programming approaches that are responsive to individual family and child needs
• To provide opportunities for families to develop parenting skills and confidence to support their child's learning and development
• High level of understanding of the importance of play in the learning and development of young children
• Respect and respond to families cultural values, needs and circumstances
• Develop positive relationships with key local stakeholders and referral sources to develop referral pathways for vulnerable families
• Understanding of the concepts of community development and community capacity building

Requirements

• Hold or are working towards a minimum Diploma level in early childhood, social work or health field e.g Early Childhood; Social work; Social welfare; family support; community services, parent education; family support worker
• Experience in the provision of services to children and families
• Proven experience working with community organisations 
• Employee Working with Children’s Check 
• Satisfactory National Police Check
• Other pre-employment checks may be required depending on the role requirements

Benefits

As a City of Monash employee, your personal and professional development is a key focus for us. You will have access to:

• Supportive and experienced leaders that care for your development and wellbeing
• Vibrant health and well-being programs
• Employee Assistance Program for you and your family
• Flexible working arrangements
• Training and development opportunities
• Discounted gym memberships at our Active Monash Recreation Centres

Apply for this amazing opportunity

Please submit your CV with a cover letter outlining your experience and how it relates to the role.

Applications close 11 July 2025 at 11:55pm.

If you would like to discuss this role further or you have any enquiries, please contact Barbi Kenny on 0466 026 290 or at barbi.kenny@monash.vic,gov.au

Monash Council is committed to be a flexible, safe, equal and inclusive workplace where we embrace and support diversity.

As an Equal Opportunity employer, we encourage applications from people who are from different backgrounds including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander, people of any age, race, ethnicity, religion, gender identity, disability, sexual orientation and cultural background. If you have a reasonable adjustment, support or access requirement, we encourage you to let us know through your application or email talent@monash.vic.gov.au

We are also committed to being a Child Safe organisation and have zero tolerance to child abuse.