Job description
* Before and After School Care and Vacation care
* Location: Kotara South Public School
* Full-Time 38 hours per week
Join a values-driven organisation that genuinely invests in its people, and grow your leadership in a role that matters. Emerging leaders do their best work when they feel supported. At Wesley Mission, you will have the mentorship, structure and team around to take your next step with confidence.
About the role
As the Senior Educator (2IC) at our Kotara South service, you will work alongside the Service Coordinator to support daily operations, lead the team in their absence, and deliver engaging, play-based programs that make a real difference.
You will mentor fellow Educators, build genuine relationships with families and school staff, and uphold high standards of care and compliance in a service that backs you every step of the way.
This role suits someone with emerging leadership qualities, a passion for working with children, and the energy and enthusiasm to contribute to a close-knit, inclusive team culture.
Our Kotara South service is licensed for 100 children and operates from a dedicated OOSH hub within Kotara South Public School. This is a full-time role with a mix of split shifts and block shifts.
What we are looking for
We are seeking a confident and capable leader who is passionate about working with school aged children and supporting Educators to thrive. You will bring energy, professionalism, and a calm, organised approach to managing a service. You enjoy working collaboratively with families, schools, and colleagues, and understand the importance of creating a welcoming, inclusive environment.
About us
For over 25 years, Wesley Out of School Hours Care has been creating environments where children feel safe, families feel supported, and Educators feel genuinely valued. As part of Wesley Mission, a trusted not for profit organisation with over 200 years of community service, we are proud to deliver care that makes a lasting difference.
Wesley OOSH operates 14 services across Sydney and the Central Coast. Our programs are guided by the My Time, Our Place framework and shaped by strong relationships with schools, families, and local communities. We focus on play, connection, wellbeing, and building teams that are supported to do their best work.
Demonstrated behaviours
* Ability to lead and inspire a team through clear decision making and a supportive management style
* Confidence working independently while contributing positively to a broader team
* Strong communication, listening, and problem solving skills
* Initiative, reliability, and professional judgement
* Emotional maturity, resilience, and adaptability
* Enthusiasm for creating engaging, play based experiences for children
Essential skills and knowledge
* Early Childhood Education and Care qualification or equivalent
* Sound working knowledge of the National Quality Framework and My Time, Our Place
* Minimum one year experience working in a children’s service
* Demonstrated experience coordinating or leading a team
* Ability to plan, implement, and review high quality programs
* First Aid, Asthma and Anaphylaxis qualifications
* Knowledge of workplace health and safety
* Current Working with Children Check
* Completion of approved Child Protection Training
* Current driver’s licence
* Strong organisational skills with the ability to prioritise and meet deadlines
* Well developed written and verbal communication skills
* Proficient computer skills including Microsoft Office and QikKids
* Willingness to work split shifts as required
What we offer
* Salary and conditions in line with the Children’s Services Award
* Generous salary packaging through AccessPay to increase take home pay
* Educational Assistance Scheme including fee reimbursement and study leave
* Fitness Passport with discounted access to gyms and pools across NSW
* Blue Light Card discounts across retail, travel, and entertainment
* Employee Assistance Program offering confidential counselling, wellbeing, financial, and legal support
* Ongoing professional development and leadership support
* The opportunity to work within a values driven organisation that invests in its people
If you have any questions please contact Ariel Galbraith - using the subject line: OOSH / OSHC Senior Educator Kotara South enquiry via EthicalJobs.
Wesley Mission is committed to diversity and inclusion and welcomes applications from people of all backgrounds and social demographics. Wesley Mission is a Christian organisation requiring all staff to affirm its values. We are committed to providing an environment in which children can feel safe and valued. Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people are encouraged to apply.
The suitable applicant will be subject to the relevant pre-employment checks for appointment to positions within Wesley Mission (including provision of a valid Working with Children Check clearance number).