Are you passionate about creating engaging and enriching experiences for children outside of regular school hours? Do you have a knack for inspiring learning through play and exploration? If so, we want you to be a part of our team as an Educator for our Outside School Hours Care program!
About Us: We are a part of the St Joseph’s Parish and Primary School community and have been operating for over 20 years. Our service is very active within the community and the children and staff are encouraged to be involved in many projects. One prominent project is a community garden which we are organising with the parishioners and the school. We provide before school care, after school care and vacation care to up to 90 children.
Our OSHC aims to provide high quality care for all children. The service program is reflective of the current framework – My Time Our Place, extending and enriching children’s wellbeing and development in a school age care setting.
Children are supported to participate in a range of play and leisure experiences. Our program reflects children’s need to practice social skills, solve problems, be challenged and learn life skills based on their individual interests and abilities.
The staff at St Joseph's Parish OSHC are dedicated to providing a stimulating, safe and caring environment for the children.
The Role: We are looking for Educators who are enthusiastic, motivated, and caring to join our vibrant team. We are looking for individuals who are passionate about supporting school-aged children in their growth, learning, and development within our OSHC environment.
Responsibilities:
* Engage and supervise children in a safe and supportive manner during before and after-school care sessions.
* Plan and implement age-appropriate activities to promote learning, creativity, and social development.
* Foster positive relationships with children, families, and colleagues.
* Maintain a clean and organized OSHC environment.
* Comply with all relevant policies and regulations.
What We Offer:
* A supportive and collaborative work environment.
* Opportunities for professional development and growth.
* The chance to make a real difference in the lives of children.
* Earn a salary that mirrors your expertise and accomplishments, turning your qualifications and experience into exciting financial rewards!
* Work from one primary service with the opportunity to work additional shifts across CEEC’s 130+ services, if desired.
* Gain practical hands-on experience while studying your bachelor’s degree. There are 8 areas of study that are approved as relevant qualifications for working with school-age children, for example early childhood education and care qualification, behavioural science, community services, creative arts/ fine arts/ drama or music, nursing/ physiotherapy/ occupational therapy/ diversional therapy or speech pathology, primary/ secondary or special education, sport and recreation and human welfare studies and services.
* Work life balance - Benefit from the flexibility of split shifts, allowing you to tailor your work hours to fit your lifestyle and achieve a balance between personal and professional pursuits.
* Take advantage of a uniform allowance to boost professionalism, promote team cohesion, cut down on personal expenses, and play a pivotal role in maintaining a unified brand image.
* Enjoy access to our Employee Assistance Program, providing a confidential and caring support system that prioritises your mental and emotional well-being, ensuring you thrive both personally and professionally.
* Continuous Growth Opportunities - Unlock your potential with access to professional development, empowering you to pursue further studies and continuous learning, fostering a culture of growth and expertise within our team.
Qualifications:
* Certificate III or Diploma in Early Childhood Education and Care (or equivalent qualification).
* Demonstrated experience in developing and implementing educational programs.
* Strong leadership and communication skills.
* A genuine passion for working with children and helping them reach their full potential.
If you are ready to embark on an exciting journey of learning and discovery with us, we would love to hear from you! Join us as we create a world of wonder and learning for the children in our care.