OSHC Assistants

About Pedare:

Pedare is an R-12 coeducational Anglican and Uniting Church school in Golden Grove. We are committed to developing young people to make a difference in our local and global communities, and passionate about providing our students with the very best education. Pedare was established in 1986, and we currently have over 1,150 students. Pedare is a vibrant, collaborative, values-based workplace where staff are welcomed and supported.

The Junior School is a place of warmth, focus, stimulation, and achievement with three main priorities: education, values, and safety. It is here the Pedare journey begins in a personal environment where great attention is given to each individual child by knowing and understanding their learning and interests. As strengths are recognised, we strive to support and enhance them whilst maintaining balance and providing a range of opportunities in a variety of disciplines.

The Opportunity:

We are seeking two dedicated and enthusiastic OSHC Assistants to join our team in a permanent, part-time capacity (20 hours per week). The successful candidates will be responsible for assisting the OSHC Director in delivering a high-quality, engaging, and safe program for children. This role requires a commitment to creating an inclusive and well-supervised environment that promotes service excellence and ensures children are engaged and happy.

The role:

• Available to work regular shifts on a casual basis and flexible to work more hours across school holidays
• Immediate or negotiated start date
• Ensuring the safety of children
• Supporting the implementation and participation of children in programmed and spontaneous activities
• Assisting in creating a calm, positive, organised, stimulating, and safe learning environment
• Communicating with parents/caregiver in ways which build trusting relationships
• Assisting in managing the service routines in an efficient manner
• Working collaboratively with other staff to promote the College's values
• An ability to establish rapport and build strong relationship
• Excellent time management, organizational, and record management skills
• Flexibility and an ability to adapt and operate effectively in a changing environment

What we need:

• A current South Australian Working With Children Check (WWCC)
• Responding to Risks of Harm, Abuse and Neglect (RRHAN) certificate
• Completed qualifications to work in a child related industry as recognised by ACECQA
• Current ACECQA approved First Aid and CPR certificate
• Current ACECQA approved anaphylaxis management certificate
• Current ACECQA approved asthma management certificate

All certificates and qualification(s) must be provided to the College prior to commencement of employment; and the College requires the applicant to disclose any information relevant to their eligibility to engage in activities involving children and young people.

Benefits:

• Purposeful, meaningful and rewarding work
• Free confidential counselling and support via our EAP program
• Ample staff carparking

WE ARE ONE, WE ARE PEDARE.

Next Steps:

Applications, including a letter of application addressing the selection criteria, Curriculum Vitae and the names of three (3) professional referees should be received no later than 9am on Monday, 13 October 2025 and be addressed to: Laura Smith, People & Culture Officer by clicking APPLY NOW.

Only candidates with the appropriate experience and full working rights in Australia will be considered.