Educational Leader

Educational Leader - Outside School Hours Care
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Educational Leader - Outside School Hours Care
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Educational Leader - Outside School Hours Care
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Educational Leader - Outside School Hours Care
role at
YMCA Queensland
The Y Queensland stand together with all people regardless of age, gender, ethnicity or belief.
We are currently recruiting for an
Educational Leader
to join our team at
YMCA Daisy Hill
Outside School Hours Care (OSHC)
opening in March 2025
.
This is a
permanent, part-time
position.
About The Role
As the
Educational Leader
you will lead the development and implementation of the education program by promoting children's well-being, development and learning by helping the children develop values, attitudes and ways of living and learning. This will be achieved by providing a high quality of care, activities and educational elements to those in the program, managing and promoting a team environment and working within the YMCA of Brisbane Long Day Care services' philosophy, policies and procedures.
What will my time look like?
Lead the development and implementation of the educational program and assessment with the support of Assistant Coordinator/Coordinator
Ensure children's learning and development informs the design of the educational program, and Educators facilitate and extend each child's learning and development;
Liaise effectively with parents, staff and all internal and external stakeholders;
Make recommendations for improvements to educators' educational programs and practices;
Mentor and support educators understanding of the educational program and practice including how to reflect on the effectiveness of their programs, interactions, intentional teaching and other strategies;
Ensure compliance with policy;
Undertake administrative requirements;
Work collaboratively with families and the school community.
Am I a good match?
Hold a Diploma in Children's Services or equivalent and demonstrated experience in Early Childhood Education;
Have had sound experience in an Early Childhood Education and Care setting;
Possess a comprehensive working knowledge of the approved learning framework;
Demonstrated ability to coach and mentor others;
Demonstrated excellent communication and interpersonal skills;
Have a comprehensive working knowledge of child development, attachment, learning;
A demonstrated understanding of evidence-based best practice approaches to teaching and learning;
Working knowledge of leadership theory and the use of a range of leadership styles;
Well-developed critical thinking skills, including the ability to analyse and challenge conventional practice and ideas;
Current First Aid and CPR Certification;
Currently possess, or be willing to obtain, Blue Card
What's in it for you?
Achieving our community support and inspiring young people motivates and thrives us to work hard and be the best at what we do. You will bring compassion and drive with your experience and connection to what we do each day. We have an amazing culture where everyone wants to work at the Y, it is not just a job and of course we look after you with a range of benefits.
About The Service
YMCA Daisy Hill Outside School Hours Care (OSHC)
is located at Daisy Hill State School licensed for 60 children daily.
With a strong focus on sustainability, creativity, wellbeing and personal growth, the service has a unique playground area that explores expansive programs and activities.
In conjunction with the school's values and vision, we will be delivering a wholistic education that is engaging, stimulating and encouraging, reflective of our service philosophy focusing on the community and belonging.
We believe in the importance of spontaneous, multi-age play in middle childhood. We offer a range of planned and spontaneous play experiences for children and welcome educators with unique skill sets to share with children.
Here's What On Offer
Career Coaching and Career pathway programs
Excellent support network with marketing, accounts, operations, safeguarding and other departments
Discounts for all Y OSHC Services and Day Care Facilities
Discounted banking and loan rates with CommBank
Free gym membership which includes our very cool fitness classes
Discounted rates for private health insurance with Medibank
Opportunity to participate in and give back to Y programs
Enjoy a discounted overnight stay at George William Hotel
Counselling Employee Assistance Program
What are you waiting for?
Simply submit a copy of your resume and cover letter detailing your experience against the selection criteria above by using the
'Apply Now'
button.
For further information on YMCA OSHC, please visit The YMCA website:
Our commitment to you and the community
At the Y, we are committed to empowering all Children and Young People to feel safe and be safe, at the Y, in their families and in their communities. As such, we ensure that all of our candidates are appropriately screened (including police checks) to make sure that the right people are in the right roles.
To learn more about our screening processes, click here to view our Safeguarding Children and Young People Policy:

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