Woden Community Service (WCS) is a for-purpose organisation that has been providing community-based services for over 50 years. Our vision of ‘A caring community where everyone belongs’ is achieved through our values of Inclusion, Compassion, Hope, Responsiveness, Integrity and Social Justice.

WCS is a child safe organisation, committed to ensuring the safety and well-being of children entrusted to our care. We demonstrate this commitment through embedding of the Child Safe Standards in culture, policies, procedures and practice.

Our OSHC services provide children with recreation-based activities with emphasis on social interaction and a sense of fun in a safe and secure environment. A range of activities are offered including art, sports, games, dramatic play, nature-based play, cooking and excursions.

We are currently seeking experienced and passionate OSHC Assistant Coordinator. The successful candidates will be responsible for leading and managing staff, ensuring the delivery of high-quality programs, and maintaining positive relationships with families, schools, and the wider community.

Key Accountabilities

• Support the Coordinator in the day-to-day operation of the OSHC service.
• Assist with program planning, delivery, and evaluation.
• Provide support and supervision to the qualified educators as required.
• Act as a responsible person as defined by ACECQA.

If you have a passion for providing a supportive environment for children and families, we'd love to hear from you!

Our offer

• Permanent part time appointment (25-33 hours/week).
• Salary of CSE 3-4 $59,246 to $71,893.28 p.a. (pro-rata), depending on skills and experience, plus 11.5% superannuation.
• Broken shift allowance (where applicable).
• Paid shutdown leave on standard working days between Christmas and New Year.
• Salary packaging (up to $15,899 per year) plus meal and entertainment cards.
• 15 days paid personal leave per annum (pro rata) for full & part-time employees.
• 12 weeks paid parental leave (after 12 months service).
• Study Leave opportunities.
• Up to 95% Discount on WCS Children’s Services Programs.
• 24/7 nationally recognised Employee Assistance Program (EAP), including 3 additional holistic service sessions.
• Uniforms, ongoing professional development and a supportive team environment.
• Ongoing professional development and a supportive team environment.
• 10% above award wages with WCS Enterprise Agreement.

Qualifications and Experience

• Diploma in Early Childhood Education and Care / Completed Certificate IV in Out of School Hours Care/ Education Support/ Youth Work/ Lifestyle & Leisure OR Completed 1 year of any degree or Diploma and 1 year experience working with children over preschool age (or ACEQA approved equivalent).
• Extensive skills, knowledge and experience in OSHC, including demonstrated use of the My Time, Our Place framework and the Early Years Learning Framework.

A Full Position Description is available outlining the knowledge, skills and experience. Please visit: https://www.wcs.org.au/job_opportunities/out-of-school-hours-care-oshc-assistant-coordinator/

To be eligible for employment, you must have an active Working with Vulnerable People (WWVP) Card, working rights in Australia, and be willing to undertake background checks required for the position, including a National Police Check.

For further information please email: [email protected] or [email protected]

If you are passionate about providing high-quality OSHC programs and have the skills and experience to lead and manage a team, we would love to hear from you.

To apply, please click on the “Apply Now” button below and submit your current resume and a cover letter outlining how your skills and experience meet the essential requirements of this role.

Don’t Delay, Apply Today!

Closing Date: COB 31 March 2025.

Applications may close early if a suitable candidate is found.

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For more information about WCS and services that we provide, including Youth and Family, Community Development, Housing and Homelessness, Mental Health, Social Enterprise and Aged Care, please visit our website at www.wcs.org.au

WCS is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We value diversity and encourage applications from people of all abilities and life experiences. We also encourage Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people and those from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds to apply.