About the business

Palmwoods Kids Club is a unique Outside School Hours Care service. We are a proud not for profit P&C operated service, where all the fees goes back to the children and families of Kids Club and Palmwoods State School.

Our policies and procedures are developed by us for us. Our curriculum and program are 100% developed, reviewed and maintained by our team of educators, our management committee, our parents, our children and community.

We have a well established curriculum which includes a focus on environment, inclusion and our children's changing needs and interests.

An Astroturf area with tables and chairs. A beautiful forest environment to enjoy as well as loads of outdoor space to run as well as two adventure playgrounds.

Our indoor space is purpose built and extensively resourced. It includes a senior's area, indoor active spaces and a wonderful balance of; creative, dramatic, IT, literacy, numeracy, quiet spaces, social spaces and general fun.

We pride ourselves on our genuine commitment to the Reconciliation process, Inclusion as well as Sustainability and as such maintain a SIP, RAP and Sustainability Action Plan.

Our team philosophy is very much that our team is what makes Kids Club wonderful and for this reason Educators are responsible for a variety of aspects of our program. This ensures our educators feel a genuine sense of belonging which in turn creates wonderful team cohesion and as a result we have a group of children who are always cared for in the way every parent would expect.

Overview for Casual Educator position:

The suitable candidate must possess the following:

Valid First Aid & CPR (or willing to obtain).

Hold a valid Blue Card.

Certificate III or Relevant Qualifications desirable but not required.

We are looking for a very special person to fill this position. The right person will:

Experience working in Outside School Hours care is beneficial but not required.

Be motivated to achieve a high standard and have a high level of attention to detail.

Demonstrate excellent communication skills and ability to work well in a team environment.

Know how to effectively respond in conflict situations.

Make rational decisions drawing on; their experience, logical reasoning, all information available and the knowledge they have of; School Policy, Centre Policy, Child Care Legislation and relevant Acts.

Be available 6:30-9am and or 2-6pm Monday to Friday during School Term, and Monday to Friday 6:30am to 6pm for School Holidays.

Benefits and perks

Extensive Professional Development opportunities.

Uniform is included.

Opportunities to put your unique mark on Kids Club.