Community Facilitator – Morwell

Who we are

At Our Place we believe that supporting local schools to be the hub of the community is one of the best ways to bring about long-lasting change in communities experiencing disadvantage. We work in partnership with core service providers government and the local community to increase collaboration and to support all children and their families to succeed in life. We would love you to be part of an organisation that is forward thinking and growing from strength to strength with a solid evaluation and research-based approach to supporting children and families in disadvantaged communities.

What part do you play

We are seeking an enthusiastic community-minded individual to join our Morwell site this role you will work alongside the Partnership Manager and fellow Community Facilitators to build trusted relationships with families strengthen collaboration between local services and help create the conditions for better outcomes for children.

This role connects the dots. You will work across people services and opportunities to ensure families have the right support at the right time and that partners are working together in ways that genuinely make a difference.

There is also scope to take on increased leadership responsibilities over time supporting site coordination and contributing to future succession planning.

Who are you

You will thrive in this role if you are a natural relationship builder passionate about bringing positive change to children and families. You will build trust with our partners and with families to ensure you are able to effectively support and discuss their needs. You will also be capturing evidence running reports and making sure documentation is completed paying close attention to detail.

What does a typical day look like

In truth varied! No two days are the same no two conversations are the same however the end goal is always the same to support the local community positively. Heres an idea of what youll be up to day to day :

Spend time at the school drop-off greeting and meeting parents and having informal discussions about their familys needs and supporting them to access services and community activities

Facilitate the Site Practitioners Network Group with staff from the school early learning centre and maternal and child health to discuss how better to align site access needs

Work with the Partnership Manager to plan a site tour of the early learning centre for primary school staff to build understanding of continuity of learning for children

Following up with a local service provider about the opportunity for them to run an onsite programs

Complete the internal site data report to capture the number of parents and families utilising on site programs and services

Helping coordinate activities or events that bring families and partners together

Meeting with a local service provider to explore opportunities for onsite programs

Whats in it for you

Be part of a new concept that has only been rolled out across 10 sites in Victoria.

A super supportive company dedicated to helping you succeed.

A forward thinking and open-minded Manager who supports your development and aspirations.

The opportunity to use your creative flare and to come up with new ideas.

4 weeks annual leave entitlement with an extra 4 weeks purchased leave during school holidays.

This is a full-time role.

How to apply

At the Colman Education Foundation we are building a team that is as diverse as the communities we work within. Diversity and inclusion are fundamental to our culture and we encourage applicants from all backgrounds including First Nations people to apply to join our team.

So if you are passionate about improving life outcomes for children and their families will bring experience working with communities and are excited about joining a unique and innovative organisation then click APPLY and submit a one-page cover letter and your CV. We will be reviewing applications on a rolling basis so if you are interested in this role we encourage you to apply as soon as possible. Applications will close at 5pm on Tuesday 9th December 2025 .

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Position Description is available on our website

Required Experience :

IC

Key Skills

Experience Working With Students,Communication skills,Classroom Experience,Data Collection,Adult Education,Meeting Facilitation,Calculus,LMS,Teaching,Training & Development,Exercise Planning,Remedy

Employment Type : Full-Time

Experience : years

Vacancy : 1