outside school hours care - Nhill, Australia - West Wimmera Health Service

Description

27th March, 2024

Outside School Hours Care (OSHC) Educator in a part time capacity, based in Nhill

ABOUT THE ROLE

• As an OSHC Educator you will be dedicated to empowering young children and have a passion for providing engaging experiences. Supported by the OSHC team, you will enhance positive relationships with children, families and the school community.
  

KEY SELECTION CRITERIA:

Essential:

• Effective communication and organisational skills
• Educators must hold, or be actively working towards, at least a qualification published under the list of approved certificate III level education and care qualifications for educators working with children over preschool age for Victoria (Appendices 4); OR commence obtaining a qualification referred to in the above paragraph within 6 months of commencing to educate and care for children.

Desirable:

• Qualification (Certificate or above) in children's services or equivalent field.
• Previous experience working in children's services position or field.

Prerequisites:

• NDIS Worker Screening Clearance
• Working with Children Check
• Fully vaccinated for COVID-19 as per current Department of Health Directive.
• Flu Vaccination
• Australian Driver's Licence

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Work with the team leader to implement the day to day running of service for the care of children enrolled.
• Promote positive relationships, effective communication, quality services, team support, and community building while upholding children's dignity and rights.
• Engage children in positive, fun, play activities while supervising for safety and positive peer interactions.
• Maintain safety and best practice care standards and follow all WWHS policies and procedures.

HOW TO APPLY:
If you wish to apply and be considered for this role, please submit the following information in one document:

• Your resume, including a comprehensive employment history, the qualifications you hold and the contact details for at least three referees.
• A cover letter outlining your suitability for the role.
• Response to the Key Selection Criteria found above, or in the position descriptions on our website, using recent examples of your experiences.

APPLICATIONS CLOSE 26TH APRIL 2024

Important: In accordance with the Health Minister's Covid-19 Mandatory Vaccination Order, all West Wimmera Health Service employees are required to be fully vaccinated (3 doses) for COVID-19 or hold an acceptable medical exemption. Furthermore, in accordance with the Health Services Amendment (Mandatory Vaccination of Healthcare Workers) Act 2020, all employees are to receive an annual influenza vaccination or hold an acceptable medical exemption. Evidence of current immunisation history is required.

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