
OSHC Educational Leader - Orana Heights
Growing Potential Ltd
Posted 8 days ago
Start Date: Monday, 14 July 2025
32 hours per week | $30–$32/hour + Allowances
Are you passionate about mentoring educators and shaping meaningful experiences for school-aged children? Do you want to take on a leadership role that combines hands-on programming with team guidance and support?
Join Children First – Orana Heights, a brand-new Outside School Hours Care (OOSH) service launching in July 2025. This is your opportunity to play a key role in building an inspiring and high-quality care environment from the ground up.
Why You’ll Love This Role
Work in a supportive and values-led organisation
Combine your love of education and leadership in a dynamic OOSH setting
Enjoy a strong focus on wellbeing, growth, and inclusion
Position Details
Role: Educational Leader
Hours: 32 hours per week (split shifts)
Start Date: Monday, 14 July 2025
Pay: $30–$32 per hour
Allowances:
Educational Leader allowance (paid weekly)
$150/week non-metropolitan allowance
Location: Orana Heights, Dubbo NSW
About the Role
As the Educational Leader, you will support the Service Coordinator in day-to-day operations while leading the educational direction of the service. Your primary responsibilities will include:
Leading the planning cycle, documentation, and program delivery
Supporting educators with best practice programming and reflective practice
Building strong relationships with children, families, and the wider community
Assisting with compliance, administration, and service planning
Stepping into the Service Coordinator role when required
What We’re Looking For
Passion for School-Aged Learning: Deep understanding of the My Time, Our Place V2.0 framework
Leadership Skills: Experience mentoring educators and promoting continuous improvement
Team Spirit: Able to work collaboratively and adapt to a growing, dynamic service
Essential Qualifications & Checks:
Approved qualification in Early Childhood Education and Care or School-Aged Care
HLTAID012 – First Aid in Education & Care Setting
HLTAID009 – CPR
CHCPRT025 – Child Protection
Paid Working With Children Check
Experience in OOSH or a similar role is highly desirable
Why Join Children First?
💰 Salary Packaging Benefits: Up to $15,900 tax-free, plus $2,650 for meals & entertainment
🙌 Committees That Count: Join our Wellness, Reconciliation, or Sustainability initiatives
🎓 Ongoing Learning: $80/year voucher + up to $1,500 in training reimbursements for long-term team members
👶 Discounted Childcare: $3/day OOSH, $10/day childcare and vacation care – save up to $3,000
🏥 CPR & First Aid: Provided at no cost to you (valued at $500)
🎉 Extra Day Off: One paid “Wellness Day” each year after 12 months of service
🧾 Meal Entertainment Card: Save up to $2,000 on eligible dining & entertainment expenses
About Children First
Children First is a not-for-profit service with over 75 years of experience supporting children and families. As a Child Safe Organisation, we are committed to creating inclusive, engaging, and safe spaces for every child in our care.
How to Apply
Apply now via SEEK!
Applications are reviewed as received – don’t delay! Only shortlisted applicants will be contacted.
Children First, a service of Growing Potential Ltd, is an equal opportunity employer that values diversity. We strongly encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, LGBTQIA+ individuals, culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, people with disabilities, and those returning to the workforce.
🌐 Learn more about us: https://childrenfirst.asn.au
About Growing Potential Ltd
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