(Immediate Start) OOSH Centre Manager

Location: Pacific Valley Christian School

Are you passionate about making a genuine difference in children’s lives? Do you bring experience in OOSH leadership and a desire to be part of a welcoming, dynamic community? We are seeking a caring and committed OOSH Centre Director to lead our Outside of School Hours service, including After School and Holiday Programs.

This is a full-time, permanent position commencing ASAP, and qualified teachers are encouraged to apply. Job share options available for the right candidate (morning Director or afternoon Director is also possible).

As OOSH Centre Director, you will play a pivotal role in shaping the direction and quality of our service. You’ll oversee all aspects of management and administration, ensuring our programs reflect the values and spirit of our school community. Most importantly, you’ll foster a safe, inclusive, and engaging environment where children, families, and staff feel supported and inspired every day.

Pacific Valley Christian Schoolis a dynamic Prep to Year 12 co-educational Christian learning community committed to developing and nurturing our students. It is a well-established school located near Yamba (in Townsend) on the far north coast of NSW and is part of the Pacific Group of ten Christian schools, with six of these schools located in regional NSW. The School emphasises excellence and growth in Christian character with its vision being ‘to provide a Christian educational community as a centre of teaching, learning, and serving excellence founded on Biblically based beliefs, values, and behaviour’. A distinctive of Pacific Valley is our commitment to Christian service.

To be considered for this role,you must upload a completed copy of this application form into the 'Other Documents' section, along with all other documents requested. Please check you have uploaded all the required documents or made a note of missing documents, before pressing submit.

Desired Skills and Experience

Key Responsibilities:

- Oversee daily operations of Before and After School and Holiday Programs (although, you do not need to be in attendance all day; hybrid options may be discussed at interview for the right candidate)
- Ensure compliance with all relevant legislation and standards
- Manage staff recruitment, development, and performance
- Maintain accurate records and documentation
- Develop and implement policies and procedures
- Manage budgets and financial records
- Communicate effectively with parents and the school community
- Ensure a high standard of duty of care and child safety

Qualifications & Skills

- Degree in Education and/or a Diploma in Early Education & Care/Out of School Hours (OOSH), or working towards these qualifications; or a Teaching qualification
- Proven experience in childcare and education, staff management, and customer service
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills
- Budget and financial management experience
- Current First Aid Qualification
- Emergency Asthma Management and Anaphylaxis training

Solid understanding of:

- Child Protection Legislation
- Work, Health and Safety (WH&S) Legislation
- Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO)
- National Quality Framework (NQF)

As a valued member of our community you will:

- Have the opportunity to be a part of a supportive Christian community
- Share in daily devotions as a staff
- Access career growth & development
- Have Global Mission opportunities
- Accessibility to AISNSW's Fitness Passport Program

The School offers staff the opportunity to grow in their careers in a strongly mentored and caring environment. Commitment to a local church and the ethos of Christian education is essential. Applications should include a reference from a minister of the church you regularly attend.

For further information, please contact the HR Department by emailhr@pacific.education , referencing the school and role you are enquiring about.

Early applications are appreciated to assist the interview process. Please note that applications will be considered as received, and an appointment may be made prior to the date applications close.

Pacific Valley Christian School is a child safe workplace; all candidates are required to provide their NSW Working with Children Check Number for verification.

Candidates must comply with the NSW Teacher Accreditation Act and provide their NESA Accreditation Number for verification.

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