YOU MIGHT BE MORE QUALIFIED THAN YOU THINK

Diplomas and Degrees in Youth Work, Social Work, Allied Health, Health, Sport and Recreation, Creative Arts, Psychology, Behavioural and Social Sciences, Disability, Community Services and Leisure and Health, or two years completed of a four year Teaching degree are accepted as first qualified.

Certificate III or IV in Education, Care, or Disability, or successful completion of 50% of a Diploma in Education, Care, or Disability are accepted as second qualified.

Check the ACECQA website to see if your qualification is eligible:

https://www.acecqa.gov.au/sites/default/files/202408/ACECQAApprovedQualificationListOSHC.pdf

THE ROLE

Are you passionate about making a positive impact on the lives of children? Do you dream of joining a dedicated team of professionals? Look no further!

The Y is seeking passionate and keen Outside School Hours Care (OSHC) Qualified and Unqualified Educators to join us across all our various OSHC sites. Find out about our various OSHC sites via https://www.sa.ymca.org.au/what-we-do/oshc. If you are enthusiastic and love working with children, then we want to hear from you.

As an OSHC Qualified Educator, you will be responsible for delivering challenging and stimulating programs and activities, fostering a supportive and fun environment, and helping children to develop their social, emotional, and interpersonal skills. You will work closely with the OSHC Service Director, and work with a passionate team.

This is a unique and rewarding opportunity to take your career to the next level and make a lasting impact on the lives of children.

ABOUT THE Y

YMCA South Australia is a not-for-profit community organisation that has served the South Australian community for more than 170 years. With approximately 1000 employees (and growing), we deliver programs and services across the state in settings including community recreation centres, swimming pools, health and fitness facilities, community centres, camps, early education and schools and youth services.

Our aim is to develop the whole person, helping all South Australians connect with a better life. Not only their physical fitness and capabilities, but also their sense of identity, purpose, hope and dignity; psychological health; resilience; social connectedness; lifelong learning; and their own contribution back into the community. All the elements that together constitute a full, healthy, productive and satisfying life.

SKILLS & EXPERIENCE

Successful candidates will also have, or be willing to obtain:

ACECQA approved Qualification - Cert III/IV, Diploma or higher-level qualification (Qualified educators only)

Certificate of completion for “Responding to Risks of Harm, Abuse and Neglect – Education and Care” Masterclass Training

HLTAID009 CPR

HLTAID012 Provide First Aid in Education and Care

Food Handling Training

Sounds knowledge of OSHC Quality Assurance and recognised School Age Care Framework

To view the position descriptions for this role, please visit our website at https://www.sa.ymca.org.au/get-involved/careers/find-a-job.

THE BENEFITS

The opportunity to join a leading provider of recreation, community, and children’s services.

Free access to YMCA SA managed recreation centres (pools, gyms, courts) and for immediate family when visiting together*

Enjoy 20% off discounts - programs, classes, café food, merch, and OSHC/Vacation Care services*

Access to free flu vaccinations and our Employee Assistance Program (EAP).

A culture of empowerment and growth with ongoing opportunities for learning and career/skill development.

Join a passionate team of professional individuals that work to inspire the community.

*Terms and Conditions apply

LIKE TO KNOW MORE?

For a confidential discussion about this opportunity, please contact Erinne Chung Gon on 0428 924 835 or email [email protected].

HOW TO APPLY

Does this sound like you? Then click on APPLY NOW!

You must address the key selection criteria in your application.

Applications close 4th September 2025.

Please note, only shortlisted applicants will be notified.

COMMITMENT TO SAFEGUARDING CHILDREN

At the Y, we are committed to empowering all Children and Young People to feel safe and be safe, at the Y, in their families and in their communities. As such, we ensure that all of our candidates are appropriately screened to make sure that the right people are in the right roles. This includes:

National Police Check (issued in the last 6 months)

DHS Working With Children Check

International Criminal History Record Check (if worked overseas in the last 5 years)

To learn more about our screening processes, click here to view our Safeguarding Children and Young People Policy:

https://www.sa.ymca.org.au/who-we-are/safeguarding-children

YMCA South Australia is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to safeguarding children and young people and other vulnerable people.