At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead day-to-day operations of Children's Services in a remote community.
- Company: Join the Central Desert Regional Council, serving diverse communities.
- Benefits: Generous salary package, 6 weeks annual leave, and subsidised accommodation.
- Other info: Encouraging applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in children's lives while embracing cultural inclusivity.
- Qualifications: Experience in early childhood education and strong leadership skills.
The predicted salary is between 95298 - 108889 $ per year.
- Senior Coordinator, Children’s Services (Group Leader) - Lajamanu
- Designation: Senior Coordinator, Children’s Services (Group Leader)
- Position
- Employment
- Type: Fixed Term Full Time
- Remuneration: Base Salary Level 7: $95,298.40 - Package: $108,889.42
- Primary objective
The Children’s Services Senior Coordinator is responsible for leading the day-to-day operations of Children’s Services in a remote community setting.
This includes supervising staff, delivering quality early childhood education programs aligned with the National Quality Framework, ensuring compliance with funding and legislative requirements, and fostering strong relationships with families, local staff, and the broader community.
This position plays a key role in upholding Council’s CRISP values while ensuring children and families have access to culturally safe and inclusive services.
About us
Central Desert Regional Council is a local government authority covering an area over 282,000 Sq. kilometres.
- The Council provides a range of services in 12 communities to the North of
- Alice
Springs: Lajamanu, Ti tree, Wilora, Nturiya, Pmara Jutunta, Willowra, Laramba, Nyirripi, Yuelamu, Atitjere, Engawala and Yuendumu.
There are also several homelands and outstations.
The Central Desert area is considered remote and disadvantaged and over 80% of the population are Indigenous people.
What's on offer?
Generous total remuneration package (Base Salary Level 6: $95,298.40 - Package: $108,889.42)
- 6 weeks’ Annual Leave accrued per year.
- 12 public holiday days per year.
- 1 additional holiday for NAIDOC day.
- 3 additional days between Christmas and New Year's.
- 15 days Personal Leave accrued per year.
- Additional remote location allowance of $3,500 per annum.
- Subsided accommodation as from $40.00 per week plus utilities.
• and much more!
We strongly encourage Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people to apply for this role.
We strongly encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples for all positions.
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Senior Coordinator, Children’s Services (Group Leader) – Lajamanu in Adelaide employer: Central Desert Regional Council
Central Desert Regional Council is an exceptional employer, offering a supportive work culture that prioritises community engagement and safety. With a focus on professional development, employees benefit from a fast-growing career path, generous leave entitlements, and the opportunity to make a meaningful impact in remote Northern Territory communities. Join us in Lajamanu or Laramba, where your contributions will be valued and rewarded.
Contact Details:
Central Desert Regional Council Recruitment Team
