Are you passionate about shaping positive workplace culture, empowering staff, and making a genuine difference in the lives of educators, children, and families? Active OOSH is seeking a dynamic and people-focused People & Culture Manager to lead our workforce strategy and help drive excellence across our growing organisation.

🔹About Us:
Active OOSH is a value driven Outside School Hours Care (OOSH) provider dedicated to creating safe, fun, and engaging environments for school-aged children. We proudly operate 9 services across the Newcastle, Lake Macquarie and Hunter Region, supporting local school communities with high-quality care programs. Our team includes over 80 passionate educators and support staff, all committed to delivering excellence in care, positive relationships, and inclusive, child-led programming.

At Active OOSH, we believe in investing in our people and building a workplace culture where educators feel supported, connected, and valued.

🔹About the Role:
As the People & Culture Manager, you will work as part of our Head Office leadership team to support and strengthen all aspects of the employee lifecycle. From recruitment and onboarding to training, retention, wellbeing, and staff morale. You will lead initiatives that promote a positive workplace culture, ensure compliance with employment regulations, and create a supportive environment where our educators can thrive.

🔹Key Responsibilities:

Oversee and manage recruitment, onboarding, and induction processes across all services

Develop and implement staff training, development, and mentoring programs

Maintain up-to-date staff records and ensure compliance with relevant employment and qualification requirements

Drive staff engagement, wellbeing, and retention strategies

Act as a key contact for staff feedback, concerns, and workplace matters

Support service leaders with performance management, conflict resolution, and team development

Lead internal communication strategies that enhance connection, morale, and recognition

Champion our organisational values and lead by example

🔹About You:

A people-first mindset with a passion for developing and supporting others

Strong understanding of HR practices, staff wellbeing, and employee engagement

Excellent communication, problem-solving, and interpersonal skills

Ability to work independently and collaboratively across multiple teams

Experience in education, community services, or a care-based environment is highly desirable

Qualifications in Human Resources, Business, Education or a related field (or working towards) are preferred

🔹 What We Offer:

A supportive, inclusive team culture where your voice is heard

One paid mental health day per term to support your wellbeing

A strong focus on work-life balance and flexibility

Ongoing professional development and growth opportunities

The chance to influence real change across a values-driven organisation

Opportunities to connect and collaborate with a network of over 80 staff across 9 services

A role where people and purpose come first