Specialist Oshc Coordinator

Full time Do you love what you do and want to make a difference? We have an exciting opportunity for a full-time Specialist Outside School Hours Care (OSHC) Coordinator to join our innovative high-intensity OSHC program for children with disabilities attending Bendigo Special Developmental School.As the Specialist OSHC Coordinator at Bendigo SDS, you'll manage and implement child-focused educational and recreational programs.
You'll lead reflective discussions, mentor educators, and support children with complex needs.
This role includes coordinating after-school and school holiday care programs, ensuring adherence to policies and developmental goals.This is a perfect opportunity for an Early Childhood Education Leader, Assistant Director or Room Leader, who is looking to take the next step for their career.An extensive induction process will be provided for the successful candidate, working closely with the Children Services Manager and onsite Coordinators to learn about the programs.
Applicants with any relevant qualifications or experience are encouraged to apply About Us Lifely is a disability service provider with 40 years' experience supporting people with a disability and their families.
We are proud to be part of a government-funded program providing free OSHC services to children and young people with disabilities attending specialist schools.Remuneration commencing at SCHADS Level 5 ($49.28 per hour) plus optional salary packaging to reduce the tax you pay and increase your take-home pay (as per PBI status).
Your role at a glance Your role as the Specialist OSHC Coordinator is pivotal to the program's success.
As the Bendigo SDS Specialist OSHC coordinator you will be responsible for:Managing the OSHC program, adhering to its policies and directives.Leading the OSHC program at SDS to manage staff in supporting children with complex needs.Mentoring and teaching educators through observation, guided discussions and recommendations for professional development.Planning and implementing a child-focused educational, developmental and recreational program.Leading and participating in reflective discussions on practice and the implementation of the MTOP V 2.0.Supporting children with complex needs and support requirements.Adhering to, and supporting the developmental goals and plans of the children.The program operates with After-school and School Holiday care programs:After-school care (Monday-Friday): You will be responsible for coordinating and planning activities at Bendigo Special Developmental School from 10 am to 6 pm, directly supervising staff and children from 2:45 pm to 6 pm or until the last child is picked up.School Holiday Care: You will be responsible for coordinating and planning activities at your site, directly supervising staff and children from 8 am to 6 pm or until the last child is picked up.
The ideal candidate may have: A recognised minimum qualification as per the National Quality Framework.Experience in child services, education, disability, or allied health.Experience in supporting people living with a disability with complex support needs.Passion for child development and education.Strong ethics, child safety awareness, and work health and safety knowledge.Adaptability, flexibility, and resilience in the face of change.
You must be willing to provide the following prior to starting work: Application letter addressing the selection criteria listed in the position description.Resume.Proof of Australian Citizenship or Work Visa (e.g., birth certificate, passport, visa, etc.).For further information, please contact Lochlan Tobin (Human Resources) on or email Lifely is an equal opportunity employer, a Child Safe organisation and upholds zero tolerance to abuse and neglect.
We promote the safety and wellbeing of children from culturally and/or linguistically diverse backgrounds.

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