Posted: ************** Closing Date: ************** Salary : $
Job Type: Part Time and Casual
Location: Pakenham
Job Category: Education, Childcare & Training
Dedicated to empowering young children, providing engaging experiences and supporting children, families and the school community.
Are you a qualified OSHC Leader or Educator
eager to join our supportive and welcoming team?
Perhaps you're studying and looking for flexible hours?
Maybe you are a carer and looking for part time hours close to home?
Do you have a passion for providing exciting and engaging activities for primary aged children then look no further and join our dynamic team who glow with purpose and are empowered by community
Our OSHC team is seeking superstar Educators in permanent part-time and casual capacities to provide quality before and after school care fromMonday to Friday.
Additional hours provided for professional development, training, team meetings and more.
Split Shift Allowance is also payable.
You'll help to coordinate and/or deliver a variety of leisure-based programs for children aged 5 to 12 years – from arts and crafts to sport games.
Locations available :
Bayles
Our Bayles service is based out of Bayles Regional Primary School, along Ballarto Road.
Hours of operation are 6:15am-8:45am, and 3:15pm-6:30pm.
Lang Lang
Our Lang Lang service is based out of Lang Lang Primary School, along Westernport Road.
Hours of operation are 6:15am-8:45am, and 3:15pm-6:30pm.
Drouin South
Our Drouin South service is based out of Drouin South Primary School, along Westernport Road.
Hours of operation are 6:15am-8:45am, and 3:15pm-6:30pm.
Koo Wee Rup
Our Koo Wee Rup service is based out of St John the Baptist Primary School, along Station Street.
Hours of operation are 6:15am-8:45am, and 2:55pm-6:30pm.
School Holiday Program – Koo Wee Rup only
In addition to our school term program, we also run an exciting and fun filled OSHC School Holiday Program from our Koo Wee Rup location during the Victorian public school holidays.
Running for 2 weeks each term break and 3 weeks every January.
The Program runs every Monday to Friday from 7:30am to 6:30pm, offering extended hours and a great opportunity for staff to pick up additional work during these busy holiday periods.
Open to all staff in the OSHC program
Job Description
We're all about putting the right people in the right role
Here's what we're looking for :
Previous experience in the Early Childhood Education and Care Sector, working in Before and After School Care, Vacation Care, School Campus, School-aged children's recreation program or similar
Clear Communicator
Energetic, enthusiastic team player
Police and Working With Children Check
Medical Check (Booked upon recruitment)
Approved First Aid, CPR, Asthma & Anaphylaxis Certificate
Child Protection Mandatory Reporting Certificate
Do Food Safely Certificate
Why work at Windermere?
We are committed to outcome-focused care for children, families and individuals and to making a positive difference in the community.
As well as tailored support services for individuals and families, Windermere provides a varied scope of services to support disadvantaged and vulnerable people.
Windermere offers a culture of flexibility, support and wellbeing.
Staff Benefits
Above Award Personal Leave and 17.5% annual leave loading
Gifted days off (between Christmas and New Year)
Confidential health and wellbeing support through our Employee Assistance Program
Salary packaging (up to $15,900 per year + additional $2,650 meals and entertainment)
Employee Referral Program - $500 per referral
Flexible Leave Scheme
Structured performance and 1-on-1 development check-ins
Secondment and career growth opportunities
Staff discounts for everyday items e.g. groceries, movie tickets, health insurance and more
Opportunities for professional development
Study Leave provisions (conditions apply)
6 Weeks Paid Parental Leave, in addition to Government Funded Parental Leave Pay (PLP)
Complimentary uniform items
Access to high quality IT equipment
Windermere care about staff and strive for continuous growth, which is why we regularly ask our staff and consumers about what we can do better.
In our staff survey from May ****, 90% of respondents said they were "proud to work at Windermere" and 89.7% feel "we are committed to diversity, equity and inclusion".
As Windermere is a not-for-profit organisation, employees are able to claim everyday living expenses up to $15,900 against their annual Pre-Tax Salary.
Read more about salary packaging here
Supervisor Salary Breakdown
From - CS Level 1.1 Hourly Rate - $ per hour + super
Per hour + super (actual amount omitted)
To - CS Level 3.4 Hourly Rate - $ per hour + super
Per hour + super (actual amount omitted)
Plus $1.49 First Aid Allowance on each hour worked (below level 3), and $ per Broken Shift Allowance (per shift) for each broken shift worked.
Lead Educator salary break down is :
From - CS Level 4.1 Hourly Rate - $ per hour + super
Per hour + super (actual amount omitted)
To - CS Level 4.3 Hourly Rate - $ per hour + super
Per hour + super (actual amount omitted)
Casual loading of 25% applies to casual appointments
Visit the link below to check if your qualification is approved (click Apply Now to activate the link), or contact us to find out more : Check your qualification is NQF approved | ACECQA
Desired Skills and Experience
Key Selection Criteria :
Lead Educator Minimum : Diploma level ACECQA approved qualification for Educators working with over preschool children, or working towards and currently hold an approved Certificate 3 Level qualification
Assistant Educators Minimum : Enrolment in or ACECQA approved qualification for Educators working with over preschool children
Current Victorian Working with Children's Check and Victorian Driver's Licence.
Current certificate in "HLTAID012 Provide First Aid in an education & care setting" (First Aid and Asthma & Anaphylaxis Management) or willingness to undertake before start
Current certificate in "HLTAID009 Provide cardiopulmonary resuscitation" (CPR) or willingness to undertake before start
Understanding of the needs and development of school age children
Previous experience and / or Food Safety Handling certificate would be an advantage
Demonstrated experience in working within the National Quality Framework
Demonstrated ability and understanding of developing positive relationships with children and families
Willingness to promote and support practices that are inclusive, culturally responsive, safe and accessible.
Willingness to undertake pre-employment screening - Working with Children, Police check and medical assessment.
Current Victorian Driver's Licence.
Right to Work in Australia e.g. Australian Citizen or Permanent Resident
Ready to Apply?
Here's what you need to know
Click the "Apply" button to view the detailed OSHC Lead Educator Position Description or OSHC Assistant Educator Position Description and submit your application.
Please also ensure you address the Key Selection Criteria in your application letter.
If you require any specific access adjustments or support within the Windermere recruitment, interview or onboarding process please contact our Talent Acquisition Specialist via phone or email
Windermere Equity and Inclusion Statement
Windermere is committed to creating equitable environments for consumers and employees.
We do this by building diverse and inclusive services and work spaces, where all peoples from Aboriginal & Torres Strait Islander, CALD, LGBTIQ+ Communities and those living with disability will know and feel accepted, affirmed, safe and celebrated.
Windermere is delivering this through the continued development and implementation of our Welcoming and Inclusion Strategy as we seek to provide a diverse workforce at all levels.
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