Orange City Council

OSHC Service Leader

Grade: 7

Hourly Rate: $37.84 - $41.25 (plus superannuation)

View the full Position Description by clicking HERE (This link will work on Council's website)

Orange City Council is a Child Safe Organisation that is dedicated to respecting children and young people. We prioritise their voices and views and we are committed to taking proactive measures to keep children safe at all times.

About Orange City Council

Orange City Council is committed to making a positive contribution to both our region and our local community. With around 800 employees, we take pride in being both for and part of the Orange community. Our aim - to make Orange a better place to live today and tomorrow.

About the role

Orange OSHC provides Before and After School Care during school term and Vacation Care during school holidays for school aged children. OSHC provides a secure and happy place to get ready for school, or to wind down after the school day, in a safe and friendly environment. The program is developed with the participation of the children, focusing on play and socialisation, which are all guided by the My Time Our Place Framework. For more information about this service please visit our website HERE.

Job/Responsibilities

This position will assist the OSHC Coordinator to lead, guide and support a team providing education and care to children in an OSHC service. This includes:

• Leading a team in the education and care service in line with the approved Delivery/Operational Plan, and in accordance with adopted standards, regulations, policies and procedures.
• Liaising with communities, families, school Principals and staff to advocate for and promote educational and care and ensuring a collaborative approach to educating children.
• Leading the development and implementation of the curriculum as the Educational Leader for the service
• Supporting other educators with critical reflection on the practices of the service and assisting to develop and implement a Quality Improvement Plan
• Acting as the Responsible Person for the service if and when required

So what do you need?

• Diploma in Education and Care or Certificate IV in OSHC or other relevant tertiary qualification or equivalent relevant experience
• Experience working in an early childhood or OSHC service providing care and education to children aged 5 to 12 years
• Demonstrated leadership and supervisory skills and the ability to coach, mentor and manage others
• A current NSW Working with Children Check clearance number

 What can Council offer You?

• 50% Off Childcare Gap Fee at Council Services
• Time off across the Christmas/New Year period of at least 2 weeks
• Paid staff meetings
• Free access to EAP services for you and your family for mental health support
• Health and Wellbeing benefits including access to a Fitness Passport for you and your family.
• A range of in-house and external training opportunities
• Professional career development opportunities
• Salary Packaging available including novated leasing.
• Uniform allowance

Interested?

To apply, please click Apply. A cover letter is not required, however, there are screening questions that must be answered to apply for the position. You can also save and return to your job application at any time prior to the closing date.

If you have any queries relating to this role, please contact OSHC Coordinator, Kelli Wilson on (02) 6393 8616.

Applications close Sunday 2 March 2025

Please note: Where additional candidates are found suitable from this round of recruitment a talent list or pool may be created for filling any similar permanent or temporary roles that may become vacant over the next twelve months