Start Date: Monday, 14 July 2025

Are you ready to take the next step in your career? Do you want to be part of a Professional, Responsive, Innovative, Dedicated, and Ethical team that values your expertise and commitment? If you're looking for a rewarding leadership role in a well-established, not-for-profit organisation – this is your chance!

Increase your take-home pay with salary packaging

Step into a key leadership position and make a real impact

Join a supportive and dynamic team that truly values you

About Children First

Children First is a not-for-profit childcare service with a proud 75-year history of supporting children, families, and communities. As a Child Safe Organisation, we are committed to delivering high-quality services and ensuring the safety and well-being of every child in our care.

About the Role

We are thrilled to launch a brand new Outside School Hours Care (OOSH) site at Children First – Orana Heights and are seeking an experienced and passionate OOSH Service Coordinator to lead this exciting new service.

Location: Orana Heights, Dubbo NSW

Employment Type: Full-time – split shifts, 38 hours per week

Pay Rate: $38–$40 per hour

Additional Allowance: $150/week non-metropolitan allowance

Start Date: Monday, 14 July 2025

This role is perfect for a motivated leader who is:

Highly professional, organised, and adaptable

An inspiring mentor with strong leadership skills

Emotionally intelligent, with excellent communication and interpersonal abilities

Skilled in using CRM platforms and managing operational requirements

Flexible and able to meet the changing needs of the service

What You Need to Succeed

Qualifications: Approved qualification in Early Childhood Education and Care or School-Aged Care
Experience: Minimum 1 year as a Nominated Supervisor or 4 years in a leadership role
Behaviour Guidance: Confident in supporting children with additional needs and managing complex behaviours
Certifications:

HLTAID012 – Provide First Aid in an Education & Care Setting

HLTAID009 – Provide Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation

CHCPRT025 – Identify & Report Children and Young People at Risk

Valid Working With Children Check (WWCC – paid)

Knowledge: Solid understanding of the National Quality Framework, Child Safe Standards, CCS, and Family Assistance Law

Why Join Us?

💰 Salary Packaging Perks: Access up to $15,900 tax-free, plus $2,650 for meals and entertainment
🤱 Parental Leave Support: We continue to pay super contributions while you’re on leave
🙌 Empowerment & Growth: Join committees like Wellness, Sustainability, and Reconciliation
🎓 Subsidised Childcare: $10/day childcare, $3/day OOSH, $10/day vacation care – valued at up to $3,000
🏥 Free CPR & First Aid Training: Valued at $500
🍽️ Meal Entertainment FBT Card: Deduct up to $2,000/year
🎉 Wellness Day: Enjoy an extra paid day off annually after 1 year – valued at $400
📚 Career Development:

Training reimbursement up to $1,500 for employees staying 24+ months

$80/year professional development voucher for educational resources

Ready to Apply?

Apply now via SEEK!

Be quick – applications will be reviewed and shortlisted as they are received. Only successful candidates will be contacted.

Children First, a service of Growing Potential Ltd, is an equal opportunity employer that celebrates diversity. We encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, LGBTQIA+ individuals, culturally and linguistically diverse communities, people living with disabilities, and those returning to the workforce.

Together, let’s build a team that reflects the vibrant community we support.

Learn more about us: https://childrenfirst.asn.au