Coordinator Outside School Hours Care Virginia

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 a **Coordinator** on a **full time basis, 38 hours per week** to join our team at **The YMCA Virginia Outside School Hours Care (OSHC).**

In this position, you will be the leader of the service responsible for 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 other Coordinators, Senior Coordinator Area Coordinator, Regional Manager and the OSHC Manager.

**Your workspace at the Y**

**The YMCA Virginia Outside School Hours Care (OSHC) **is located on the grounds of Virginia State School in our very own OSHC building. We are licensed for 135 children and we offer Before School Care, After School Care and Vacation Care between 6.30am
- 6pm. We also facilitate children’s attendance at school extra-curriculums such as swimming, tennis and soccer.

At The Y Virginia we play, interact and explore on Turrbal and Jaggera land and acknowledge the Country at morning meetings and at Afternoon Tea. We have access to an expansive list of areas within the school, including the Library, Hall and outdoor play spaces. Our staff are passionate about providing children with a welcoming environment where they can explore their capabilities through an engaging program, connecting with their world and collaborating with Educators to create their own routines that follow children’s interests.

Our children and Educators enjoy working together to bring our inclusive space to life and ensuring our program is engaging with a range of planned and spontaneous play experiences.

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

- The development of quality programs;
- Manage the day to day running of the programs;
- Coordinate staffing and rostering of staff;
- 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

**Salary**: $35.00 - $38.00 per hour

**Benefits**:

- Employee discount
- Professional development assistance

Schedule:

- 8 hour shift
- Monday to Friday
- No weekends

Ability to commute/relocate:

- VIRGINIA, QLD 4014: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (required)

Application Question(s):

- What level of qualification do you hold relevant to the Children's Services?

**Experience**:

- Coordinator or Centre Director in Children's Services: 1 year (preferred)

Licence/Certification:

- Working with Children Check (preferred)

Work Authorisation:

- Australia (preferred)

Work Location: One location