Educator Outside School Hours Care Keperra

The Y Queensland’s childcare services has been at the heart of Australian communities for more than 40 years, with our first early learning service opening in Brisbane in 1977 after we identified the need for childcare that focused on helping children grow in body, mind and spirit.

**YMCA Outside School Hours Care** (OSHC) provides fun, stimulating and safe care for primary and secondary school children before and after school. At OSHC, children have the opportunity to participate in cooking, sport, music, art, dance and so much more.

**Your workspace at the Y**

**YMCA Grovely Outside School Hours Care (OSHC) **is situated at Grovely State Primary School, licensed for 70 children and offer Before School Care, After School Care and Vacation Care between 6.30am
- 6pm.

Here at YMCA OSHC Grovely, we strive to plan and implement a program that supports children’s well-being, development and learning. We offer a range of areas for the children to learn in. Some of these areas are Imagination Station, Arts & Crafts, Cooking, Music & movement, Group learning, Spontaneous play, indoor play, outdoor play, loose parts play and more.

All program ideas come from you Yes, you the parent/guardian, you the child, you the community, you the educator and you the school. We get these ideas through our observations, evaluation, suggestions and teachable moments.

Our program plans and activities are aligned with the YMCA mission statement, YMCA Philosophy and our own service philosophy as well with the National Quality Framework ‘My Time Our Place’ educational principles to develop appropriate and engaging activities for children in our care.

**ABOUT THE ROLE**

OSHC Educators care for children before school, after school and during school holiday periods. You’ll assist in running fascinating, fun-filled and educational activities with primary school children, such as science experiments, outdoor games, painting and musical activities.

As an OSHC Educator you will:

- Hold a rewarding, challenging and interesting position
- Be able to allocate your availability to suit study or family needs
- Have the opportunity for career advancement
- Join a team of dedicated staff and fantastic children and families
- Be provided with regular professional development and training

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

The YMCA is the fastest growing OSHC provider in the South East with over 50 services that provide our staff with the ability to grow their careers while balancing everyday commitments.

**ABOUT YOU**
- Hold a Certificate or Diploma qualification in Children’s Services, or are studying towards a relevant qualification
- A fantastic sense of fun and a tremendous imagination
- Hold or be willing to obtain a current First Aid and CPR certification
- Hold a Positive Notice Blue Card or be willing to obtain one

**REMUNERATION & BENEFITS**

The YMCA offers many employee benefits including:

- Free YMCA gym membership
- Discounted rates at our childcare facilities
- Discounted rate on selected health care through Medibank Private
- Discounted accommodation rates at the George Williams Hotel
- A range of online benefits through our online employee discounts and benefits program

**APPLICATIONS**

To apply, please click the **‘APPLY’** button and submit your resume and a cover letter detailing how your experience meets the selection criteria.

**Our Commitment**

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

**Job Type**: Casual

Pay: $29.00 - $36.00 per hour

Expected hours: 15 - 25 per week

**Benefits**:

- Employee discount
- Gym membership

Schedule:

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

Application Question(s):

- Do you hold a qualification relevant to the Children's Services or studying? Please state.

**Experience**:

- Child Care or similar: 1 year (preferred)

Licence/Certification:

- Paid Blue Card or willing to obtain (preferred)

Work Authorisation:

- Australia (preferred)

Work Location: In person