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 at **YMCA Gainsborough 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 Gainsborough Outside School Hours Care (OSHC) Service **is located at Gainsborough State School in Pimpama. The service is licensed for 75 children and offer Before School Care, After School Care and Vacation Care between the hours of 6:30am and 6pm.

The service offers a wide range of fun, stimulating and appropriate programs that reflect real world experiences and home settings. This helps encourage a sense of community amongst the children, facilitates leadership skill development and allows your child to practice social skills in a supported and caring environment.

The activities and plans are aligned with the YMCA Mission - to provide opportunities for children to grow in body, mind and spirit - underpinned by our values of Honesty, Caring, Respect and Responsibility. We blend this philosophy with the National Quality Framework 'My Time Our Place' and Gainsborough State School's educational principles to develop appropriate, engaging and most of all FUN activities for your child whilst in our care.

**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 programing 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**: $28.00 - $32.00 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:

- Pimpama, QLD 4209: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (required)

**Education**:

- Diploma (preferred)

**Experience**:

- Children's Services: 1 year (preferred)

Work Authorisation:

- Australia (preferred)

Work Location: In person