Assistant Coordinator Outside School Hours Care

The YMCA is the fastest growing OSHC provider in the South East with over 50+ services, which in turn provides our staff with the ability to grow and move through the company as their careers head to the next level.

We are currently recruiting for an **Assistant Coordinator **to join our team **YMCA Norris Road Outside School Hours Care (OSHC)**.

This is a permanent, part-time position. Your working hours per week will be 34.5 hours during school term and 38 hours during vacation care time.

In this position, you will assist the Service Coordinator with the day-to-day running of the service and management of a team of Educators. You will receive support from a dedicated management team, consisting of the Coordinator, Senior Coordinator Area Coordinator, Regional Manager and the OSHC Manager.

**Your workspace at the Y**

**YMCA Norris Road Outside School Hours Care (OSHC)** is located in Bracken Ridge and is the homeland of the Turrbal and Jagera people. The service is licensed for 135 children and offers before school care, after school care and vacation care from 630am and 6pm.

Our building is situated on the senior oval offering an extensive variety of indoor and outdoor experiences, such as outdoor play equipment, oval, undercover area, and multi-courts. Additionally, we have use of the school hall for a range of rainy day and indoor activities. We provide a healthy, delicious and inclusive menu offering vegetarian and dietary requirement alternatives.

Our service philosophy captures our passion to provide a safe and nurturing environment for children and families and that all children have a right to engage in play, recreational opportunities, and cultural and artistically diverse lifestyles. We insist in creating a child interest-based program to ensure children and families are heard and have a sense of belonging, we welcome educators with individual skills and experiences that complement our values.

**As an OSHC Assistant Coordinator you will assist with**:

- The development of quality programs;
- Manage the day to day running of the programs;
- Support the Coordinator with staff management;
- Ensure compliance with policy;
- Undertake administrative requirements;
- Work collaboratively with families and the school community.

**SELECTION CRITERIA**:

- Completed (or close to completion) of relevant qualifications in Childcare or Teaching (Minimum of Diploma in Children Services);
- Demonstrated experience in assisting with programming and a passion for providing quality childcare;
- Demonstrated experience in maintaining effective administration and correct documentation in an OSHC service;
- Excellent customer service skills;
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills;
- First Aid and CPR certification or willingness to obtain;
- Certificate of Suitability to work with Children and Young People (Blue Card) or willingness to obtain.
- NQF knowledge would be advantageous.

**BENEFITS AND REWARDS**:
The successful applicant will be rewarded with a wide range of benefits and rewards including:

- Administration hours off the floor to support your professional growth and development
- Split shift allowance payments and paid team meetings
- Support from a committed, knowledgeable and enthusiastic management team
- Free YMCA gym membership
- Discounted rates at our childcare facilities
- Discounted rates on health care through Medibank Private.

**Our Commitment**

The YMCA is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to safeguarding children and young people

**Job Type**: Part-time
Part-time hours: 34.5 per week

**Salary**: $29.00 - $31.00 per hour

**Benefits**:

- Childcare assistance
- Employee discount
- Employee mentoring program
- Professional development assistance

Schedule:

- Afternoon shift
- Monday to Friday
- Morning shift
- No weekends

Ability to commute/relocate:

- Palmview, QLD 4553: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (required)

Application Question(s):

- Do you hold a children's services related qualification or currently studying?

**Education**:

- Certificate I - IV (preferred)

**Experience**:

- Child Care or Outside School Hours Care: 1 year (preferred)

Licence/Certification:

- Blue Card or willing to obtain (preferred)

Work Authorisation:

- Australia (preferred)

Work Location: In person