Casual OSHC Educator

St Philip's Christian Education; Newcastle City Council; On-site; AUD 52,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Saints Academy Educators work collaboratively with the Director (Nominated Supervisor), Educational Leader, Responsible Persons, and fellow Educators to deliver high-quality before school care, after school care, and vacation care programs.

Educators support children’s learning, wellbeing, development, and enjoyment through engaging experiences that align with the principles, practices, and learning outcomes of My Time, Our Place.

Qualifications

• Committed Christian and active church involvement required.
• Valid Working with Children Check (WWCC)
• National Foundations of Child Safety Training Certificate obtained before start.
• Understanding of child protection responsibilities and mandatory reporting.

Responsibilities

• Provide active supervision of children at all times.
• Ensure health, safety, and wellbeing of all children.
• Build positive relationships with children and families.
• Support engaging, developmentally appropriate activities.
• Maintain program documentation and prepare activities.

Skills

Committed Christian

WWC Check

Child Safety Training

Child protection knowledge

Education

Certificate III/ Diploma in Early Childhood Education and Care

Job description

Introduction: St Philip’s Christian College is focused on providing quality education in a caring, secure and challenging learning environment based on Christian beliefs, values and practice.

Our organisation’s core values are:

• Christ First - we want to honour Christ in all things.
• Serve One Another - we want to appreciate the unique God-given potential of each person.
• Strive For Excellence - we want to aim to do our very best all the time.
• Do What Is Right - we want always behave in a Christian manner.
• Build Community - we want everyone to feel they belong.

What’s it like working at Saints Academy?

As a Casual Educator, you will help create meaningful experiences for children by providing a safe, caring, and stimulating environment outside school hours. You will encourage children to explore their interests, develop friendships, build confidence, and have fun while supporting their wellbeing and ensuring their safety at all times.

Description

Saints Academy Educators work collaboratively with the Director (Nominated Supervisor), Educational Leader, Responsible Persons, and fellow Educators to deliver high-quality before school care, after school care, and vacation care programs. Educators support children’s learning, wellbeing, development, and enjoyment through engaging experiences that align with the principles, practices, and learning outcomes of My Time, Our Place (Version 2.0). The role contributes to the achievement of the National Quality Standard (NQS) by fostering a safe, inclusive, child-focused, and Christ-centred environment.

The essentials you’ll need

• Committed Christian - actively involved in your Christian church.
• A valid and current Working with Children Check
• A valid and current National Foundations of Child Safety Training Certificate, which must be completed and provided prior to commencement of employment.
• Understanding of child protection responsibilities and mandatory reporting obligations.

Desirable Qualifications And Experience

• Certificate III, Diploma, or higher qualification in Early Childhood Education and Care.
• Previous experience working with school-aged children.
• Knowledge of My Time, Our Place Framework.
• Experience working within an OSHC or education setting.
• Current First Aid, CPR, Asthma, and Anaphylaxis qualifications (or willingness to obtain).

What you’ll be doing

This role focuses on providing safe, high-quality, Christian care and education that supports children’s wellbeing, development, learning, and sense of belonging. Educators build strong relationships with children, families, and colleagues while contributing to a positive and collaborative team culture.

Education, Care and Supervision

• Provide active supervision of children at all times.
• Ensure the health, safety, and wellbeing of all children attending the service.
• Build positive relationships with children and support their social and emotional development.
• Encourage children's participation, independence, and decision-making in core learning activities.
• Maintain appropriate staff-to-child ratios and supervision practices.

Program Delivery

• Assist with implementing engaging recreational, educational, and wellbeing activities.
• Support programs that reflect children's interests, strengths, and developmental needs.
• Promote inclusive practices that support children of diverse backgrounds and abilities.
• Assist in setting up and packing away activities and equipment.

Professional Conduct, Compliance and Safety

• Actively support Saints Academy and St Philip’s Christian College philosophy, policies and procedures and positively represent the organisation to external contacts at all opportunities.
• Work in accordance with the National Quality Framework (NQF), National Quality Standards (NQS), Early Childhood Australia Code of Ethics, and Child Safe Standards.
• Act in accordance with the principle of Paramountcy, ensuring the rights and best interests of the child are the paramount consideration in all decisions and actions.
• Maintain professional boundaries with children, families, and colleagues at all times, including in digital and online spaces.
• Report incidents, hazards, injuries, and concerns promptly.

Relationships and Communication

• Develop positive and professional relationships with children, families, school staff, and colleagues.
• Communicate respectfully and effectively with all stakeholders.
• Support a collaborative and team-focused workplace culture.
• Maintain confidentiality regarding children, families, and colleagues at all times.

Administration and Housekeeping

• Complete required documentation accurately and promptly.
• Maintain cleanliness and organisation of program areas.
• Assist with food preparation and service where required.
• Attend and contribute to staff meetings and professional development opportunities as requested.

Workplace Health and Safety (WHS)

• Work in a manner that does not pose a risk to self or others, including ensuring a safe and healthy environment for all children, families and staff.
• All employees are responsible for ensuring the workplace is free from sexual harassment
• Act immediately on any safety issues that relate to the working environment of the service.
• Fulfil mandatory reporting obligations and comply with all Child Protection policies, procedures, and legislative requirements.
• Understand, implement and review emergency management procedures as required.
• Use digital technology responsibly, ethically, and in accordance with service policies to protect children’s safety, dignity, and privacy.
• Engage in practices that support personal wellbeing and contribute to a sustainable, respectful workplace culture.

Undertake any other reasonable duties and responsibilities, commensurate with your skills, qualifications, training, and experience, as directed by the Director (Nominated Supervisor), Head of Saints Academy, Responsible Person, or Educational Leader.

Child Safety Commitment

SPCC Saints Academy is committed to safeguarding and promoting the safety, wellbeing, and inclusion of all children and young people. All employees are expected to uphold child-safe principles and contribute to a culture where children feel safe, respected, and empowered. Educators must ensure that the rights, wellbeing, safety, and best interests of children are the paramount consideration in all decisions and actions.

Christian Faith & Values

• Actively support and model the Christian values, mission, and ethos of St Philip's Christian College and Saints Academy.
• Demonstrate a Christian witness through professional conduct, relationships, and interactions with children, families, and colleagues.
• Contribute positively to the Christ-centred culture of the service.