Assistant Coordinator / 2IC - OOSH | North West Sydney

QuickCare; Sydney; On-site; AUD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Above award salary

Career progression

Professional development and training

Supportive leadership

Team culture

Job summary

QuickCare in North West Sydney is seeking an Assistant Coordinator / 2IC for our Exceeding-rated OOSH service. You will learn from the Coordinator, shape our programme, and grow into a leadership role.

You will lead daily operations, mentor educators, co-design child-led activities, and foster connections with families and local schools. If you're energetic, have leadership experience in OOSH or ECE, hold a Diploma in Children's Services and a valid NSW Working With Children Check, we'd love to

Qualifications

• Senior leadership experience in OOSH or ECE.
• NSW Working With Children Check.
• First Aid, CPR, Asthma and Anaphylaxis certificates.
• Child protection training.
• Energetic with a sense of humour and love for working with children.

Responsibilities

• Support the Coordinator to lead daily operations of before/after school and vacation care.
• Mentor and guide a team of educators.
• Co-design engaging, child-led programmes.
• Build warm relationships with children, families and schools.
• Step up to lead the service when Coordinator is away.
• Help raise quality, compliance and practice.

Skills

Leadership

Team mentoring

Relationship building

Energy and humour

Education

Diploma in Children's Services / School Age Education and Care

Job description

Assistant Coordinator / 2IC - OOSH | North West Sydney

Assistant Coordinator / 2IC – OOSH | North West Sydney

We're an Exceeding-rated OOSH service in North West Sydney, and we're looking for a passionate, energetic Assistant Coordinator to step into a leadership role where your ideas matter, your growth is backed, and every day is a chance to make a child's day brilliant.

Why this is the role you've been waiting for

Exceeding the National Quality Standard doesn't happen by accident. It comes from a team that genuinely loves what they do, a culture built on trust and creativity, and leaders who invest in their people. As our 2IC, you'll be right at the heart of it: learning from an experienced Coordinator, shaping our programme, and building the skills to take the next big step in your career.

You’ll work somewhere children are excited to walk through the door each day, families are proud to be part of, and educators actually look forward to their shifts.

What you’ll be doing

• Supporting the Coordinator to lead the daily operations of a high-quality before school, after school and vacation care service
• Mentoring, inspiring and guiding a fun, dedicated team of educators
• Co‑designing engaging, child‑led programmes that spark curiosity, play and belonging
• Building warm, genuine relationships with children, families and the school community
• Stepping up to lead the service when the Coordinator is away
• Helping us keep raising the bar on quality, compliance and practice

What you’ll bring

• Diploma in Children’s Services, School Age Education and Care, or a related qualification (Desired)
• Experience in a senior leadership role in OOSH or ECE
• A current NSW Working With Children Check
• First Aid, CPR, Asthma and Anaphylaxis certificates
• Child protection training
• Heaps of energy, a great sense of humour, and a real love of working with children

What we offer you

• Above award salary $$
• Genuine career progression pathway with an amazing organisation
• Ongoing professional development and training
• Supportive, collaborative leadership that listens
• A team culture people rave about
• The pride of working in one of the few services rated Exceeding

Ready to take the next step? If you’re ready to grow as a leader, love creating unforgettable experiences for kids, and want to be part of a team that’s truly excelling, we’d love to hear from you.