Educator - Outside School Hours Care - Rochedale South, Australia - YMCA Brisbane

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Rochedale South, Australia

3 weeks ago

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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 team 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; and
- be provided with regular professional development and training.


Your workspace at the Y

YMCA Rochedale South Outside School Hours Care (OSHC) is located on Yuggera land in the Performing Arts Centre of the school. Our service provides a range of indoor and outdoor spaces where our educators maintain a safe, fun and interactive environment for all children to feel supported to play, learn and grow.


We are licensed for 130 children and offer Before School Care, After School Care and Vacation Care between the hours of 6:30am and 6pm.

We also offer a pre-kindy program for the children who attend C&K located on Wendron Street.


YMCA works within the seven quality areas set by the National Quality Framework to consistently provide a high-quality standard of care.

Our educators have a range of skills, knowledge and experience in the areas of working with children, sport, art, nature and more.

Each member brings a different trait to the team which creates a fun and nurturing environment for all children to feel safe and supported.

The core quality the whole team shares is the enthusiasm to get involved in every aspect of OSHC and have fun with the children.


We are looking for educators that are committed and enthusiastic about contributing to the fun environment we have created for children to thrive and learn through play.


The YMCA is the fastest growing OSHC provider in the South East with over 45 services, which in turn provides our staff with the ability to grow and move through the company as their careers head to the next level.


To be successful you must have:

  • A Certificate or Diploma qualification in Children Services or equivalent or if you are studying towards a relevant qualification
  • A Fantastic sense of fun & a tremendous imagination
  • Hold or are willing to obtain a current First Aid and CPR certification
  • Current Blue Card or willing to obtain one

YMCA also offers an excellent employee benefits program that includes:

  • Work Life Balance
  • Split 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 Commitment
The YMCA is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to safeguarding children and young people

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