INFORMATION FOR APPLICANTS

Greater Shepparton City Council, situated in the heart of the Goulburn Valley, is the fourth largest provincial centre in Victoria and has a well-developed economy due to its strong agricultural and irrigation base, with major industries related to food processing, manufacturing and transport. The Goulburn Valley is often referred to as ‘The Food Bowl of Australia’ as around 25% of the total value of Victoria’s agricultural production is generated in this area.
Greater Shepparton has a population of approximately 65,000, and an expenditure budget in excess of $118 million. The population is culturally diverse with 9.9% of residents being born overseas. The area has excellent education, recreation, cultural, social and health facilities and tourism is a developing focus for the region.

• Lead the way in embedding a child-safe culture, ensuring every policy, process, and action prioritises the safety and wellbeing of children.
• Be the guiding light for our educators—mentoring Educational Leaders and supporting best practice aligned with the VEYLDF and current regulatory standards.
• Drive compliance initiatives with autonomy, confidence, and clarity, making informed decisions that meet and exceed legislative requirements.
• Transform policies into practice by providing training, coaching, and guidance, creating a culture of accountability and excellence.
• Collaborate with the Children’s Services management team to continually improve quality frameworks across all services