Educator - Daisy Hill

2 weeks ago

Shire of Central Goldfields, Australia YMCA Queensland Full time

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The Y Queensland stand 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 so much more.

The Y Queensland's childcare services has been at the heart of Australian communities for more than 40 years, with our first early learning service opening in Brisbane in 1977 after we identified the need for childcare that focused on helping children grow in body, mind and spirit.

We are currently recruiting for OSHC Educators on a casual basis to join our YMCA Daisy Hill Outside School Hours Care (OSHC) Service which is opening in March 2025.

About The Service

YMCA Daisy Hill Outside School Hours Care (OSHC) is located at Daisy Hill State School licensed for 60 children daily.

With a strong focus on sustainability, creativity, wellbeing and personal growth, the service has a unique playground area that explores expansive programs and activities.

In conjunction with the school's values and vision, we will be delivering a wholistic education that is engaging, stimulating and encouraging, reflective of our service philosophy focusing on the community and belonging.

We believe in the importance of spontaneous, multi-age play in middle childhood. We offer a range of planned and spontaneous play experiences for children and welcome educators with unique skill sets to share with children.

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 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 be willing to obtain a current First Aid and CPR certification
You hold a Positive Notice Blue Card or be willing to obtain one

What's in it for you?

Achieving our community support and inspiring young people motivates and thrives 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 of course 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 our very cool fitness classes
Discounted rates for private health insurance with Medibank
Opportunity to participate in and give back to Y programs
Enjoy a 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:

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. As such, we ensure that all of our candidates are appropriately screened (including police checks) to make sure that the right people are in the right roles.

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

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