Educator - Gainsborough

Overview

The Y Queensland stands together with all people regardless of age, gender, ethnicity or belief. YMCA Outside School Hours Care (OSHC) provides fun, stimulating and safe care for primary and secondary school children before and after school. At OSHC, children have the opportunity to participate in cooking, sport, music, art, dance and more. We are currently recruiting for OSHC Educators on a casual basis to join YMCA Gainsborough Outside School Hours Care service.

About The Service

YMCA Gainsborough Outside School Hours Care is located at Gainsborough State School in Pimpama. The service is licensed for 130 children and offers Before School Care, After School Care and Vacation Care between 6:30am and 6:00pm. The service provides a wide range of fun, stimulating and developmentally appropriate programs that reflect real world experiences and home settings. This helps encourage a sense of community among the children, facilitates leadership skill development and allows children to practice social skills in a supported and caring environment. Activities and plans are aligned with the YMCA Mission to provide opportunities for children to grow in body, mind and spirit, underpinned by the values of Honesty, Caring, Respect and Responsibility. We blend this philosophy with the National Quality Framework "My Time Our Place" and Gainsborough State School's educational principles to develop engaging and FUN activities for children in our care.

About The Role

As an OSHC Educator you are responsible for the care of children before school, after school and during school holiday periods. You'll assist in running fascinating, fun-filled and educational activities with primary school children, such as science experiments, outdoor games, painting and musical activities.

What will my time look like?

• Hold a rewarding, challenging and interesting position
• Be able to allocate your availability to suit study or family needs
• Have the opportunity for career advancement
• Join a team of dedicated staff and fantastic children and families
• Be provided with regular professional development and training

Our children and Educators bring our inclusive space to life, ensuring our program is engaging with a range of planned and spontaneous play experiences.

Am I a good match?

• You are currently studying or have completed a Certificate, Diploma or Bachelor degree in the field of children's services or similar
• You have a fantastic sense of fun and a tremendous imagination
• You hold or are willing to obtain a current First Aid and CPR certification
• You hold a Positive Notice Blue Card or are willing to obtain one

What's in it for you?

Achieving our community support and inspiring young people motivates us to work hard and be the best at what we do. You will bring compassion and drive with your experience and connection to what we do each day. We have an amazing culture where everyone wants to work at the Y; it is not just a job and we look after you with a range of benefits.

Here's What On Offer

• Career Coaching and Career pathway programs
• Excellent support network with marketing, accounts, operations, safeguarding and other departments
• Discounts for all Y OSHC Services and Day Care Facilities
• Discounted banking and loan rates with CommBank
• Free gym membership which includes fitness classes
• Discounted rates for private health insurance with Medibank
• Opportunity to participate in and give back to YMCA programs
• Discounted overnight stay at George William Hotel
• Counselling Employee Assistance Program

What are you waiting for?

Simply submit a copy of your resume and cover letter detailing your experience against the selection criteria above by using the "Apply Now" button.

For further information on YMCA OSHC, please visit the YMCA website: http://www.ymcabrisbane.org/

Our commitment to you and the community

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. We ensure that all of our candidates are appropriately screened (including police checks) to make sure the right people are in the right roles. To learn more about our screening processes, please view our Safeguarding Children and Young People Policy at https://ymca.org.au/about-us/safeguarding-children-young-people/safeguardingresources

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