SENIOR FIELD OFFICER, CLERK GRADE 7/8 – 194841 & 194853
Early Childhood Education Directorate:
Currently undergoing a period of change, the directorate is committed to the continuous quality improvement and accessibility of Early Childhood Education for children across NSW. In order to achieve their goals, the NSW Department of Education are fostering a work environment which encourages everyone to bring their best in working toward the common goal of improving the participation of children enrolled in Early Childhood Education programs as well as increasing access and inclusion of children of Aboriginal and low income backgrounds.
The NSW Department of Education serves the community by leading the provision of world-class education. The Department protects young children by regulating preschool and long day care providers. Once children move into school, we provide them with a world-class primary and secondary education. We also work to advance the wellbeing of Aboriginal people.
Located with the Department of Education (DoE), the Early Childhood Education (ECE) Directorate has an annual budget of approximately $295 million, administering several programs and funding streams designed to meet the goals of the National Partnership Agreements on Universal Access to Early Childhood Education and the National Quality Agenda, with a focus on improved participation of children from Aboriginal and low income backgrounds.
As a regulatory authority under the national regulatory arrangements for early childhood education and care, the Directorate regulates approximately 5,500 services across the state. For services regulated under the National Quality Framework, this includes a process of assessment and quality rating by regional staff against the seven quality areas that make up the National Quality Standards.
We are seeking candidates to assist with the implementation of quality assurance and ratings processes in accordance with the national regulatory framework. The role is responsible for undertaking for undertaking risk-based regulatory compliance functions to ensure the quality of early childhood services, the safety of children and to foster continuous improvement in the sector.
To Be Successful you will have
Diploma or degree in a relevant discipline.
Knowledge of and commitment to the Department’s Aboriginal education policies.
A driver licence as driving is an essential requirement of this role.
Experience in managing competing priorities within a high volume area
Highly developed interpersonal and communication skills
Excellent organisational skills
Ability to act independently and solve problems
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Role description
Proof of Identity information
Informed Consent Form to be included with your application
Declaration for child-related position to be included with your application
Pre-screening questions
Outline a situation where you have developed a plan to deliver a task in a tight timeframe. 300 word maximum
Describe a situation where you have had to exercise initiative and independent judgement to resolve an issue. 300 word maximum.
Talent Pool
If the selection panel identifies more than one suitable candidate for the role, a talent pool may be created from which these suitable candidates may be chosen and directly offered employment in other similar roles (ongoing or temporary) in the near future.
For the application process, you must also answer the pre-screening questions and any essential requirements as listed below. We are looking for you to demonstrate your competence in the focus capabilities as outlined in the role description in your answer, so please develop your response with this in mind.
Note: it is a requirement that all candidates submit their applications online via iworkfor.nsw No paper based, email based or late applications will be accepted.
