Second in Charge Fairy Meadow Fun Club

**Position**: Second in Charge (2IC)
- ** Location**: Fairy Meadow
- ** Employment type**: Maximum‑Term, Part‑Time - _Until December 2025_
- ** Hours**: 30 hours per week, Monday to Friday (BSC & ASC)

**Working at Big Fat Smile: there's a lot to smile about.**

You'll be trusted for your expertise. You'll have the freedom, as an educator, to use your judgement, adapt learning approaches, and bring creativity and playfulness into a child's day. You'll get joy from doing work you love, with teammates who are as invested as you are. And you'll form beautiful relationships with peers, children, and families, through shared experiences that are as rich as they are rewarding.

This isn't just a job; it's an opportunity to make a child's world a better, brighter place. To enjoy your work more, and to make more of a difference in the lives of every child in our child‑first organisation.

**Big smiles and Bigger opportunities**

We're Big Fat Smile, a not‑for‑profit playing a pivotal role in the lives of thousands of children and families across Australia. We run 40+ community preschools, long‑day care centres, fun clubs, and a variety of community and inclusion programs. Each service is dedicated to giving every child the best start in life, and each is well respected for the work it does.

Because of our size, there are big chances for those who want to go further. You'll find meaningful career paths with opportunities for promotion in our centres. And because professional learning and growth are at the heart of everything we do, you'll have the support and knowledge to succeed.

**About the role: Second in Charge (2IC) — Maximum‑Term, Part‑Time**

We're looking for a **maximum‑term, part‑time** Second in Charge Educator for our Fairy Meadow Fun Club & OSHC service located at Fairy Meadow Demonstration School. What makes this service special is the warm, homely space within the school. We have strong connections with families, children, and community, and an utmost focus on inclusion for all children.

**A supportive and safe workplace**

When the going gets tough (as it sometimes does in this sector),You'll find that your teammates and leaders have your back, fostering a genuine sense of unity. Our safe and supportive environment is underpinned by well-established policies and processes, ensuring clarity in every situation. With everyone working together, you'll have the foundation to thrive.

**We treasure the expertise of our educators**

As the Second in Charge, you'll play a pivotal role in delivering quality care and education to school-aged children. Your insights and creativity will help shape a vibrant and engaging environment. Building respectful, long-lasting relationships with parents, carers, and fellow educators will be at the heart of your role. Collaborating closely with the Director, you'll have the opportunity to infuse your ideas into the programs designed for the children. Together, you'll ensure the service upholds Big Fat Smile's policies, aligns with the National Quality Framework, and adheres to Child Protection legislation.

**What you need to succeed**
- A cleared and validWorking With Children Check (WWCC)
- Diploma of Children's Services or related qualification (desirable)
- Experience working with school‑aged kids—whether in a school, as an educator, a support role (SLSO), or as a 2IC
- Outstanding skills in communication with families and the community
- Demonstrated commitment to work health and safety

**There are lots of reasons why a role with us is rewarding**
- You will feel supported by a Total Well-being Platform that gives you access to self-assessments, articles, toolkits, podcasts, perks and savings, and other resources.
- We are proud to be part of the multi-employer bargaining process. Join us to experience the rewards of a 15% pay increase over the next two years.
- You can focus on what matters most because you have support from head office specialists and expertise, such as inclusion professionals and pedagogy and practice

**How to apply**

Please send us:

- A copy of your resume
- A brief cover letter that outlines why you are a good fit for the role

**Join us and you'll be smiling too, when you make more of a difference.**
- Safeguarding children is embedded in all we do. Through our Child Safe Framework and Values, we are committed to ensuring the safety and well-being of all children entrusted to our care._