Assistant OOSH Supervisor
Port Stephens Council – Raymond Terrace NSW
The opportunity
Thrive Kids is looking for a high-energy, passionate Assistant Supervisor to join our crew! Our children love a familiar face, so we are looking for a committed professional who want to build lasting relationships with families, become a staple part of our story, and enjoy a roster that genuinely respects your work-life balance. Ultimately, Thrive Kids seeks an Assistant Supervisor looking to make a meaningful impact within our community.
You can learn more about our OOSH program here.
Why this role matters
Thrive Kids embrace the level of difference that each of our employees bring and offer a roster that allows you to focus on the things you consider important outside of your career and through all stages of life! At the heart of this role is a genuine commitment to child safety, being part of a team that ensures every child feels respected, protected, and heard.
When you join us as an Assistant Supervisor, the sky is the limit. You have the opportunity to grow your career, with our teams including:
Not sure how to get to that next step? You’ll have access to one-on-one sessions with our Culture and Talent Lead to help you map out and plan your career progression!
This is a permanent opportunity – working part-time
30 hours + access to a flexible working arrangement
Core Working Hours: 6:30am to 9:15am & 3:00pm to 6:00pm with the remainder of hours used for service administration
Please note: You may be required to work up to 38 hours per week, to attend monthly meetings, compulsory training and 1:1’s as operational required
Base Salary Range: $52,224 - $56,635 pa based on 30 hours per week + 12% superannuation + Broken Shift Allowance + Retention Allowance + Early Childhood Education and Care Allowance (Paid as Worker Retention Payment)
Working from Tomaree Public School
To learn more about the role, you can view the Position Descriptionor review the Jobs Demand Analysis.
We’re all about putting the right people, in the right role! Here’s what we’re looking for:
- Certificate III or equivalent in Children Services, Education or related field
- Current approved First Aid in an Education and Care setting and Child Protection Awareness Training qualifications and CPR certification
- Current Working With Children Check and National Police Check
Enough about us, we want to hear about you!
- Why you want this role and how it aligns with your career goals?
- To be eligible for this role, do you hold a relevant Certificate III or equivalent in Children Services, Education or related field, all current First Aid and Child Protection credentials, and a valid NSW WWCC?
Benefits
- Work/Life balance with generous leave entitlements, flexible work options and leave in lieu
- Long service leave when you’ve been with us for just over 5 years
- Health & Wellbeing leave to recharge when you need it
- Industry leading Paid Parental Leave accessible for all employees – regardless of how you became a parent, we offer 14 weeks that can be taken within 2 years from the birth, adoption, or long-term foster care of your child.
- PSCare Day available to all employees to take in addition to your regular leave entitlements
- Confidential support (including mental health) through our employee assistance program
- Award winning health and wellbeing program PSCare, Workers Health Initiative with access to a broad range of gyms in the area, and discounted health insurance
- And lots more…
Other information
We’re a 2026 Circle Back Initiative Employer – we commit to respond to every applicant
We’ve partnered with the Veterans Employment Program to support veterans finding suitable, sustainable and meaningful employment
Port Stephens Council adheres to the principles of a child safe organisation and supports children and young people having a safe and welcoming experience in our community, accessing our facilities and in our care
We acknowledge the Worimi Peoples as the original Custodians and inhabitants of Port Stephens. May we walk the road to tomorrow with mutual respect and admiration as we care for the beautiful land and waterways together
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