Assistant Director

About the Role:

- **Kensington Public School OOSH is seeking a permanent part-time or full time Assistant Director**:

- **(Permanent part-time/full time) 30-38 hours per week**:

- **Use your strong organisational, programming, and leadership skills to inspire a dedicated team. This is a great opportunity for an experienced Educator or OOSH Assistant Director to step into a leadership role, working closely with the Centre Director and Educational Leader.**:

- **We foster a supportive, collaborative workplace with above-ratio staffing, ongoing training, termly feedback, interactive meetings, social events, and recognition programs, including Educator of the Month and end-of-year bonuses.**

About KPSOOSH:
**We are a not-for-profit OOSH centre run by a team of volunteer parents (PMC).**

Our Philosophy

At KPSOOSH, we focus on creating a safe, happy, and respectful environment where every child can thrive. We believe that play is one of the best ways for children to learn, and it encourages exploration, creativity, and fun in every activity.

We offer a wide variety of play experiences, including building, creating art, role-playing, and discovering new things. Our educators are dedicated to supporting each child, listening to them, and helping them grow in ways that suit their individual needs and interests.

Children are encouraged to explore their curiosities, allowing them to learn about the world in ways that excite and inspire them.
Respect and inclusion are key values at KPSOOSH.

The diverse backgrounds and cultures of our families are celebrated, and we make every effort to involve them in our program. We believe that by working together with our community, we can create a richer, more inclusive environment for everyone.

Safety is a top priority, ensuring that children are always protected, even when they are engaging in more adventurous or risky play. We are committed to continuous improvement, always looking for ways to make our program more enjoyable and beneficial, so that children can continue to learn and grow in exciting and meaningful ways.

Essential Qualifications/Experience:

- Minimum Certificate IV in Out of School Hours care or equivalent
- At least 3 years' experience in working with children aged 5-12 years in an OSHC environment.
- Current Working with Children Check.
- Current First Aid Certificate as well as management of anaphylaxis and Asthma Certificates or willingness to obtain prior to commencement of employment
- Accredited Child Protection Certificate

Essential Skills:

- Confidence coordinating and leading a team of educators through an OSHC session
- Excellent critical reflection and commitment to continuous improvement.
- Clear and respectful skills of communication and collaboration.
- Ability to communicate with and build high quality relationships with children, parents, staff and the community, and an empathetic approach to working with children.
- Knowledge of the National Quality Framework 'My Time Our Place and the National Regulations.
- Ability to plan, implement and evaluate a program of activity for primary school aged children and evidence of such.
- Current knowledge of Workplace Health and Safety requirements
- Excellent written communication skills.
- Administration skills including computer literacy.

Highly Desirable:

- Bachelor of Primary Education or Certificate IV/Diploma in children's Services/Diploma in OSHC or currently working towards the same
- Experience working in an OSHC environment in a management/supervisor role.
- Experience with implementation of the NQF.

Key Responsibilities:
**Educational Program & Practice**
- Support the planning, implementation, and evaluation of engaging programs aligned with _My Time, Our Place_ (MTOP).
- Mentor and guide educators in delivering inclusive and developmentally appropriate learning experiences.
- Maintain and review children’s records, observations, and assessments.

**Children’s Health & Safety**
- Ensure a child-safe environment, adhering to Child Protection legislation and reporting requirements.
- Oversee medication records, health documentation, and first aid compliance.
- Implement WHS policies and procedures to maintain a safe environment.

**Physical Environment**
- Assist in maintaining a safe, stimulating, and well-resourced learning space.
- Monitor and address any health and safety risks.
- Support sustainability initiatives and compliance with national safety standards.

**Staffing & Leadership**
- Mentor and support staff, fostering a positive, professional team culture.
- Ensure compliance with educator qualifications, ratios, and performance standards.
- Support recruitment, onboarding, and professional development initiatives.

**Relationships with Children & Families**
- Build strong, respectful relationships with children, fostering their confidence and wellbeing.
- Promote inclusivity and cultural safety for diverse backgrounds, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander