Permanent Part/Full Time Oosh Educator

SEEKING A CAREER CHANGE? WORK IN EARLY CHILDHOOD AND WISH TO JUMP OVER TO OOSH?

An opportunity to join the permanent team at Samuel Gilbert Out of School Hours Care has just become available. We are looking for an experienced, self-motivated and passionate part time Educator, to join our already fabulous team. We are seeking to find someone on a long term basis, someone who wishes to make a career out of OOSH. We are on the lookout for an enthusiastic, responsible, respectful and kind educator with previous experience in the leadership field. If you think you have good work morals, a strong sense of initiative, an understanding of the importance of programming and practice, and you enjoy working with primary-aged children, then we want you to apply We are also on the hunt for dedicated casual educators

**About The Service**:

- Located in the grounds of Samuel Gilbert Public School in Castle Hill, with a supportive School P&C.
- A not-for-profit community based and purpose-built service, that has been operating for 35 years.
- Medium to large service licensed for 60 children per morning session and 145 children per afternoon session.
- A service supportive of paid professional development.
- A service offering above award wage and split shift allowance.
- Salary is negotiable depending on experience.

**About The Role**:

- Part time position working both before (7am - 9am) and after school care (2pm - 6pm).
- Inclusive of 30 hours per week, negotiable, with the opportunity for growth and flexibility with hours/shifts for a permanent position.
- Permanent positions are working on the floor, with the potential for permanent educators to also take on admin hours.
- Position will eventually extend to taking on the role of Responsible Person and involvement in the Leadership Team.
- Facilitate intentional and spontaneous experiences that align with the National Quality Framework and My Time Our Place Framework.
- Actively supervise and engage with children.
- Participate in reflective practices and share your ideas with a team of passionate educators and leaders.
- We currently do not operate Vacation Care and as such work hours are during the School Term only.

**What You Will Need**:

- Certificate IV in School Age Education and Care, Diploma in Out Of School Hours Care, Diploma in Children’s Services, Early Childhood trained or equivalent.
- A WWCC and National Police Check or be willing to obtain.
- Hold a current First Aid, CPR, Anaphylaxis and Asthma Management (HTAID004) certificate or be willing to obtain.
- Child Protection accredited qualifications or be willing to obtain.
- Knowledge of and experience working with the National Child Safe Standards.
- Previous experience in working in Out of School Hours Care or the Early Childhood Sector.
- Previous experience in leadership positions is desired, along with a sound ability to communicate professionally.

**What we can offer you**:

- Paid professional development.
- Work/life balance - Work SCHOOL TERM only
- Mentoring in a supportive team culture.

For more information, please contact the Centre Manager Lesley on **0499 899 277.**

**Job Types**: Part-time, Permanent, Casual

Pay: $25.00 - $35.00 per hour

Expected hours: 26 - 35 per week

**Benefits**:

- Employee mentoring program
- Professional development assistance

Schedule:

- Afternoon shift
- Monday to Friday
- Morning shift
- Rotating roster

Ability to commute/relocate:

- Castle Hill, NSW 2154: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (required)

**Experience**:

- Teaching: 2 years (preferred)

Licence/Certification:

- Working with Children Check (required)

Work Authorisation:

- Australia (required)

Work Location: In person