Assistant Director, OSHC Programs & Safety

Ymca Nsw; Sydney; Hybrid; AUD 85,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

The Y NSW is seeking an experienced leader to oversee OSHC program quality and daily operations. You will collaborate with the Director to deliver high-quality programs, ensure compliance, and foster a positive experience for children, families, and educators across NSW.

In this permanent, full-time role, you will lead planning, reflection, and continuous improvement, support enrolment and site readiness, and coach educators to uphold The Y NSW values and safeguarding standards.

Qualifications

• Demonstrated leadership in early childhood/OSHC settings.
• Knowledge of National Quality Framework and regulatory requirements.
• Experience coaching educators and supporting professional growth.

Responsibilities

• Deliver engaging, high-quality programs aligned with the My Time, Our Place framework.
• Support planning, reflection, and continuous improvement across the service.
• Ensure ongoing compliance with the National Quality Framework and regulatory requirements.
• Coordinate daily service operations to ensure smooth and efficient delivery.
• Support enrolment processes, attendance management, and site readiness.
• Maintain accurate documentation relating to children's learning and wellbeing.
• Coach educators to perform at their best and foster accountability.
• Inform, induct, and support educators throughout their shifts.
• Cultivate a positive, inclusive, and collaborative team culture.
• Build strong relationships with children, families, and the school community.
• Serve as on-site point of contact for families and carers, with professional communication.
• Represent The Y NSW in a consistently professional manner.
• Champion child safety, wellbeing, and safeguarding practices in line with legislative and organisational requirements.
• Ensure WHS compliance, incident reporting, and risk management frameworks.
• Promote a culture prioritising safety and wellbeing for all individuals.

Skills

Leadership

Compliance

People management

Stakeholder communication

Job description

The Y NSW is seeking an experienced leader to oversee OSHC program quality and daily operations. You will collaborate with the Director to deliver high-quality programs, ensure compliance, and foster a positive experience for children, families, and educators across NSW.

In this permanent, full-time role, you will lead planning, reflection, and continuous improvement, support enrolment and site readiness, and coach educators to uphold The Y NSW values and safeguarding standards.