About Communities at Work

Communities at Work is Canberra's leading not-for-profit provider of early education and care. We invest in local community services. We’ve won the ACT Training Awards "Large Employer of the Year" five times in a row.

About the role

Under the guidance of the Out of School Hours Care Management, ensure the provision of a quality service that is responsive to the needs of children and families using the service. Prepare, implement and evaluate the Out of School Hours Care Program, including holiday programs, in line with the National Quality Framework. Strong leadership qualities are required to effectively supervise and guide team members.

Duties and Responsibilities

Comply with the Education and Care National Regulations

Lead on compliance with the Education and Care National Regulations

Lead on the daily routine and operations of the program, including staff management, development and maintenance of effective supervision plans.

Document children's learning and experiences within the program. Guide the development of meaningful play and leisure experiences within the vision of the National Quality Framework

Work in partnership with the educational leader to develop the Quality Improvement Plan and guide and mentor educators through the assessment and ratings process.

Develop and maintain excellent internal and external stakeholder relationships for the benefit of Out of School Hours Care and Communities at Work

Represent the Service at relevant meetings, professional development opportunities as guided by the Out of School Hours Care Management

Other duties as directed.

Selection Criteria

Essential

Maintain current 'Working with Vulnerable People' registration.

Diploma of Early Childhood Education and Care or Bachelor's degree in education and care [or equivalent] or evidence of actively working towards the qualification

2+ Years' experience in Children's Services, particularly in preschool, early childhood or out of school hours care.

Sound understanding of National Quality Framework and curriculum planning.

Demonstrated ability to work with and provide leadership to team members.

Experience in observing, documenting and reflecting on children's learning and development.

High level of organisational, written and oral communication skills

Understanding and commitment to Work Health and Safety and Safe work practices and Communities at Work vision, Mission and Values

Mandatory Reporting Certification

Current First Aid Certification

Food Safety Certification

Desirable

Current driver's licence

Certificate IV in Training and Assessment

Experience in Educational Leadership

Strong ICT skills and experience in database systems, including Kidsoft.

Benefits

Make a difference and help others as part of Canberra's largest community organisation.

Join an inclusive and friendly workplace, where people are at the heart of everything.

Flexible options for study leave, leave concessions, paid parental leave, and more.

Reimbursements for lifestyle & healthy activity programs (including gym membership, remedial massages, and more).

Guidance and support for mental health through our Employee Assistance Program.

Improve your take-home pay through salary packaging. Communities at Work has charity status, which means employees can enjoy a $15,900 tax-free cap on rent, mortgages, groceries and other expenses.

Up to 95% discounts on enrolment gap fees in early education and care, out-of-school hours care, and school holiday programs*(Conditions apply)

Eligible for a leadership allowance.

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