Are you ready to get back to your ABCs, capture the flag, and Friday afternoon craft?! Discover a rewarding career as an Outside School Hours Care Educator with the YMCA.
We're looking for anyone with a children's services qualification (or would be willing to work towards one) who is passionate about helping children growand may be a kid-at-heart themselves!
Being an OSHC educator holds a lot of flexibility to prioritise study or family needs, and at the Y, you might just discover a family of your own - we have a supportive on the ground and at head office.
- What being an OSHC Educator Entails
OSHC educators care for children before school, after school and during school holiday periods. Highlights include running fascinating, fun-filled and educational activities with primary school children - such as science experiments, outdoor games and painting.
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 eligible for staff incentives and discounts; andbe provided with regular professional development and training.Your workspace at the YYMCA Windsor OSHCis Located inside Windsor State School. The service is licenced for 139 children and offers before and after school care as well as vacation care services.Our Service philosophy very much reflects a child first approach with our Service's primary focus being 'our environment' highlighting the importance of sustainability and 'cultural acceptance and fairness'. Our educators are dedicated professionals who bring a range of unique skills to share with our families, community and children to assist with implementing spontaneous and directed play and learning experiences.
To be successful you must haveA Certificate or Diploma qualification in Children Services or equivalent or if you are studying towards a relevant qualificationA Fantastic sense of fun & a tremendous imaginationHold or are willing to obtain a current First Aid and CPR certificationCurrent Blue Card or willing to obtain oneYMCA also offers an excellent employee benefits program that includesWork Life Balance - Spilt shifts morning and afternoon giving you more time for study, family or fun.Free YMCA gym membership;Discounted rates at our childcare facilities;Discounted rate on 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.Our CommitmentThe YMCA is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to safeguarding children and young people
Job TypeCasualSalary29.00 - $36.00 per hourExpected hours : 15 - 25 per week
BenefitsEmployee discountGym membershipSchedule :
Afternoon shiftMonday to FridayMorning shiftNo weekendsApplication Question(s) :
What relevant qualification do you have in Children's Services?Are you currently studying at the moment?ExperienceChild Care or OSHC : 1 year (preferred)Licence / Certification :
paid Blue Card (preferred)Work Location : In person