OSHC & Vacation Care Assistant Director

Ingle Farm East Primary School OSHC

We are seeking to appoint a committed and enthusiastic Assistant Director for our R-6 OSHC/Vacation Care service.

The OSHC Assistant Director (Level 5.1) will work closely with the OSHC Director and staff to plan and deliver a quality Out of Hours School Care program that offers a variety of experiences for children that are enjoyable, educational, and inclusive.

SCOPE AND NATURE OF THE POSITION

This***casual position (24 hours per week)***will require the Assistant Director to work:

Before School Care: 6:45 am - 9:00 am

After School Care: 2:00 pm - 6:00 pm during term time

Vacation Care and Pupil-Free Days: Equivalent hours or more as required

The role also includes some administrative tasks across the week.

The successful applicant will be passionate about the education and care of school-aged children, including those with disabilities or additional needs. They will demonstrate the ability to work collaboratively with the OSHC Director and staff while maintaining a positive, energetic, and well-organised approach.

A probationary period of three months will apply.

AWARD AND CLASSIFICATION

Children's Services Award 2010

Children's Services Employee Level 5.1 - Assistant Director

Hourly rate: $43.29

ESSENTIAL CRITERIA:

Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively and lead a team that fosters positive and effective working relationships with staff, students, and parents/caregivers.

Demonstrated knowledge of operational and financial management of OSHC to ensure smooth delivery of services.

Demonstrated experience in planning, developing, implementing, and evaluating appropriate programs for children that reflect the diverse needs of the community.

Demonstrated knowledge and application of the National Quality Framework (NQF) Standards, Quality Improvement Plan (QIP), National Regulations, My Time Our Place (MTOP) or Early Years Learning Framework (EYLF), and administrative functions of an OSHC service, including Child Care Management System (CCMS) and Children's Services Award

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

Diploma or degree-level qualification as approved by ACECQA

First Aid qualifications as approved by ACECQA

Responding to Risks of Harm, Abuse and Neglect Training (RRHAN)

Working with Children Clearance

For further information and a copy of the Job and Person Specification, please contact the school:

Phone: 08 8264 5166

Email: dl.0925.finance@schools.sa.edu.au

Applications must include:

Expression of interest (max 500 words)

Written response addressing the essential criteria

Curriculum Vitae outlining details of qualifications and areas of study, educational history, previous employment and relevant personal information (please include names and contact details of two current referees)

Submit applications by email to Principal Karen Gage atkaren.gage733@schools.sa.edu.au.

Closing date: Friday, 19 September 2025.

Only shortlisted applicants will be contacted.