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About the role We're on the lookout for an enthusiastic Educational Leader to join our YMCA Gainsborough Outside School Hours Care team on a permanent part time basis.In this role, you'll help shape fun, engaging programs that support children's learning and development outside of school hours.
You'll guide and support a team of educators, bring creative ideas to life, and make sure every child feels safe, supported, and included.If you love working in a team, enjoy being hands-on, and want to make a real impact in your community-this could be the perfect next step in your career.
Why work with us?
We're a not-for-profit organisation with a strong community focus.
We've recently been awarded government funding through the ECEC Worker Retention Grant that increases your take home pay and we are investing in the training, support and professional development of our educators.You'll also enjoy:Salary & Compensation - Discounted Private Health InsuranceWork Life Balance- Offering ********* Hours Per WeekWorking Environment- Career Coaching and Progression Opportunities What you'll do With the guidance of our experienced Children's Services Leadership Team, your responsibilities will include:Driving the creation, delivery, and ongoing improvement of inspiring educational programs that spark curiosity and growthGuiding, motivating, and empowering educators to shine in their roles and reach their full potentialChampioning child-centred, play-based learning that aligns with the latest frameworks and truly puts kids firstBuilding a positive, inclusive, and collaborative culture where every team member feels valued and inspiredLeading by example, encouraging reflective practice and best-in-class teaching approachesConnecting and collaborating with families, schools, and community partners to create a strong support network around each childEnsuring all programs meet and exceed compliance requirements while maintaining the highest standards of care What you'll bring A Diploma in Children's Services or equivalent (desirable)Minimum three years' experience in an Early Childhood Education and Care settingComprehensive working knowledge of the approved learning frameworkDemonstrated ability to coach and mentor othersDemonstrated excellent communication and interpersonal skillsComprehensive working knowledge of child development, attachment, learningA demonstrated understanding of evidence-based best practice approaches to teaching and learningWorking knowledge of leadership theory and the use of a range of leadership stylesWell-developed critical thinking skills, including the ability to analyse and challenge conventional practice and ideasCurrent First Aid and CPR Certification (or willingness to obtain)Current Paid Blue Card (or willingness to obtain) About YMCA OSHC YMCA Queensland provides Outside School Hours Care services to 60 school communities across South East Queensland.
Our programs are built around belonging, choice, and fun, and we work in close partnership with families, schools and communities.
Children in our care explore, create, play and learn in safe, inclusive and engaging environments.
We live our values every day - we are caring, honest, respectful, responsible and fun
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Help us shape a brighter future - one child, one community at a time.At the Y, we are committed to empowering all children and young people to feel safe and be safe at the Y. As such, we ensure that all candidates are appropriately screened.