OSHC - Assistant Director -35hrs per week
East Adelaide School
Posted 4 days ago
Assistant Director – Outside School Hours Care
About the Role:
We are seeking an Assistant Director to support the daily leadership of a high-quality, child-safe OSHC service. You will work closely with the Director to lead teams, strengthen active supervision, and ensure consistent compliance with the Education and Care Services National Law and Regulations, ESB expectations, and ACECQA guidance.
Key Responsibilities:
Lead supervision planning across all areas, ensuring above-ratio coverage where required and clear staff communication
Coordinate staff allocation, rosters, and breaks so no area is left under-supported
Embed protective practices and professional boundaries in all interactions with children
Oversee head counts and sign-offs, risk assessments, incident response, and timely notifications
Coach educators through observation, feedback, and short professional learning moments
Partner with families and the school, communicating clearly and respectfully
Maintain accurate records, policies, and procedures in line with Regulation 170 and Quality Areas 2 and 7
Act as Responsible Person when required and support continuous improvement
About You:
ACECQA approved qualification for OSHC or school age education and care at diploma level or higher
Demonstrated knowledge of the National Law, National Regulations, ESB requirements, and ACECQA standards
Proven experience leading teams in OSHC or a similar education and care setting
Strong judgement in supervision, risk management, and child safety
Skilled communicator who is calm, organised, and solutions-focused
Competent with scheduling, documentation, and compliance workflows
Essential Clearances and Training:
Current Working With Children Check
Current first aid, CPR, asthma, and anaphylaxis certifications
Current RRHAN EC or equivalent child safe training
What We Offer:
A values-driven service focused on child safety, learning, and wellbeing
Supportive leadership, mentoring, and professional development
Competitive remuneration under the relevant industrial instrument
How to Apply:
Please send a cover letter addressing the key responsibilities and a current resume to [email protected] with the subject line "Assistant Director OSHC." Include contact details for two referees. Applications close on 16 September 2025.
We are an equal opportunity employer and welcome applications from all suitably qualified candidates. All recruitment processes prioritise child safety and wellbeing.
About East Adelaide School
Welcome to East Adelaide School
East Adelaide School has a proud history of providing excellence in teaching and learning over its 130 years. Over the past three years the community has successfully worked at creating a strong vision and purpose for the future, and reviewed our core values which are now reflected across policies, procedures and day to day life.
We are a school that provides our students with the educational experiences, which will prepare individuals for the future in partnership with our community.
Our emphasis on learner wellbeing embedded within our focus in creating safe conditions for rigorous learning, sees the development of the whole child, socially, emotionally, physically and academically. Our staff places an emphasis on fostering supportive learning environments in which to provide the challenge for our students to experience high quality learning.
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