About us:

Happy Haven OSHC is a South Australian-owned and operated company managing 48 OSHC services across the state. We are an Approved Provider with an expert team capable of running outstanding OSHC programs on school sites.

About the role:

In your role as the Service Leader, you will oversee the OSHC service, ensuring high-quality care, engaging programs, and regulatory compliance. Your role includes providing pedagogical leadership, mentoring educators, fostering community relationships, and building trust with families. Your leadership and commitment to excellence will be key to the success of our OSHC service.

Services with vacancies:

Service Co-Ordinator Positions:

Klemzig

Mitcham

Pooraka

School Aged Care Co-Ordinator Positions:

Avenues College

Duties include:

Oversee operational and administrative aspects

Ensure compliance with Education and Care regulations, Happy Haven OSHC policies, and legislative requirements

Maintain and exceed National Quality Standards

Provide leadership and drive improvement

Collaboratively develop and update the Quality Improvement Plan and Strategic Inclusion Plan

Develop and implement guidance support plans

Model and facilitate effective communication between staff

Induct new employees and maintain confidentiality and privacy standards

Facilitate staff meetings

Manage budget and resources

Manage documentation, medication, and Risk Minimisation and Communication Plans for children with health needs

Develop and maintain service-specific risk assessments, supervision plans, and guidelines

Ensure accurate prescribed information is displayed

Liaise with school Advisory Committees and Governing Councils as appropriate, inclusive of school Principal, Business Manager and Contract Manager

Liaise with families and outside agencies and engage positively in the school community

Handle service-level complaints/ grievances / feedback

Assist in the recruitment of staff in accordance with relevant regulations by way of collaborating with the head office teams

Have awareness of and accountability for service rosters to ensure legal ratios are maintained.

Provide a safe workplace that meets the standards of work, health and safety – both physical and psychosocial

Requirements:

Strong organisational and communication skills

Previous experience in a managerial and leadership role

A can-do attitude and passion for child development

Sound understanding of the National Quality Framework

Possess a Diploma of Early Childhood Education and Care or a degree in Early Childhood from a recognised University

Alternative qualification accepted for applicants recognised by ACECQA as Qualified in South Australia

Willingness to accept the role of Nominated Supervisor under the Education and Care Services National Law

Hold or be willing to obtain a valid Working with Children Check

Hold or be willing to obtain a valid National Police Check

Hold or be willing to obtain Responding to Risks of Harm, Abuse and Neglect (RRHAN-EC) certificate

First aid training (HLTAID004 or HLTAID012)

CPR training (HLTAID001 or HLTAID009)

Why Happy Haven OSHC?

You can expect unwavering support from your line manager, and various business units at our head office. This includes guidance and assistance from our Professional Development team, ensuring a robust support structure for your success

A company committed to making a positive impact and delivering exceptional OSHC programs

Fostered in a highly collaborative team environment

Application Details:

If you are interested, apply today and tell us more about yourself.

Application deadline: 29 June 2025

*Please note that the application may close earlier if a suitable candidate is found before the deadline. We encourage early submission to ensure consideration for this position.