About the role

Lower Plenty Primary School is seeking an experienced Out of Hours School Care Coordinator to lead and manage our after school care program. This part-time role will be responsible for the overall coordination and supervision of the school's out-of-hours care services, ensuring a safe, engaging and nurturing environment for our students. The successful candidate will be based at our school site in Lower Plenty, VIC. Our After School Care program runs from 2:45 to 6pm with the coordinator being employed from 2:00 to 6:00pm Monday to Friday. We can be flexible around days if required.

What you'll be doing

Oversee the daily operations of the vacation and after school care programs, including staff supervision, program planning and implementation

Ensure compliance with all relevant regulations, policies and procedures related to the provision of out-of-hours care services

Develop and maintain positive relationships with students, parents/guardians and school leadership

Prepare budgets, monitor expenditure and maintain accurate records and reporting

Coordinate the recruitment, training and rostering of qualified and engaging program staff

Plan and deliver a diverse range of enriching activities and experiences for students

Liaise with school administration to ensure seamless integration of out-of-hours care with the overall school operations

What we're looking for

Minimum 2 years' experience in a similar out-of-hours school care or childcare coordination role

Diploma or Bachelor's degree in Early Childhood Education, Education or a related field

Demonstrated ability to lead, motivate and manage a team of educators

Strong organisational, communication and interpersonal skills

Creativity and enthusiasm for designing engaging and educational activities for children

Excellent knowledge of relevant regulations, policies and compliance requirements

Current Working with Children Check and first aid qualifications

What we offer

At Lower Plenty Primary School, we are committed to providing a supportive and collaborative work environment that values work-life balance. As part of our team, you'll enjoy:

• Competitive salary and leave entitlements
• Opportunities for professional development and career progression
• Access to our school's health and wellbeing program
• Friendly and inclusive school community

About us

Lower Plenty Primary School is a vibrant and progressive learning community located in the heart of Lower Plenty, Victoria. With a strong focus on student-centred learning and wellbeing, we are committed to providing a high-quality education that nurtures the growth and development of the whole child. As an innovative school, we pride ourselves on our engaging learning environments, collaborative teaching practices and strong community partnerships.

If you're passionate about making a difference in the lives of young learners, we encourage you to apply for this exciting opportunity. Apply now to join our dedicated team at Lower Plenty Primary School.