CM737 Out of School Hours Care - Relief Lead Educator

Cabonne Shire Council; Molong; Presencial; AUD 56.000 - 60.000; A tiempo parcial

Descripción de la vacante

Cabonne Council is seeking an Out of School Hours Care Lead Educator to oversee daily operations, ensure compliance with the National Quality Framework, and deliver high-quality, inclusive educational programs for primary school‑aged children. You will supervise staff, maintain ratios, and build strong relationships with families and schools.

You will uphold child safety, be a Responsible Person, and participate in service improvements while adhering to policies and WHS guidelines.

Formación

• Excellent interpersonal, written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to supervise and support educators in a team.
• Strong organisational skills and attention to detail.

Responsabilidades

• Accept the role of Responsible Person and oversee daily service operations.
• Ensure compliance with the National Quality Framework, service policies and procedures.
• Develop, implement and critically reflect on educational programs aligned with My Time, Our Place.
• Supervise and support OOSHC Support Educators and volunteers.
• Maintain safe educator-to-child ratios and a secure, stimulating environment.
• Build respectful and collaborative relationships with children, families, schools and stakeholders.
• Maintain accurate records, documentation and displays as required.
• Participate in service assessment, rating and continuous improvement processes.
• Work safely and in accordance with Council's WHS policies and Code of Conduct.
• Uphold a child-safe environment and report concerns promptly.

Conocimientos

Excellent interpersonal communication

Supervise and support educators

Strong organisational skills

Driver's licence (Class C)

Educación

Education and Care approved First Aid Certification

Education and Care approved Child Protection training

Working with Children Check clearance

Criminal History Check

Descripción del empleo

About the Opportunity

Cabonne Council has an exciting opportunity for an Out of School Hours Care Lead Educator, employment is on a casual basis to provide relief to our services across the local government area.

In this role, you will act as the Responsible Person, overseeing the day‑to‑day operation of the service to ensure compliance with legislative and regulatory requirements. You will lead the delivery of high‑quality, engaging and inclusive educational programs that support the development, wellbeing and safety of primary school‑aged children.

As a member of Cabonne Council's Children's Services, you will uphold the children's rights, take the Child Safe Standards seriously and demonstrate a commitment to child safety.

What You'll Be Doing

• Accept the role of Responsible Person and oversee daily service operations
• Ensure compliance with the National Quality Framework, service policies and procedures
• Develop, implement and critically reflect on educational programs aligned with My Time, Our Place
• Supervise and support OOSHC Support Educators and volunteers
• Maintain safe educator‑to‑child ratios and a secure, stimulating environment
• Build respectful and collaborative relationships with children, families, schools and stakeholders
• Maintain accurate records, documentation and displays as required
• Participate in service assessment, rating and continuous improvement processes
• Work safely and in accordance with Council's WHS policies and Code of Conduct
• Actively uphold and maintain a child‑safe environment, through child-safe behaviours, recognising risks of harm and reporting concerns promptly.

About You

You are a committed and capable educator who enjoys leading a small team and supporting children's learning in a safe, inclusive and engaging environment. You communicate confidently, take responsibility seriously, and demonstrate sound judgement, professionalism and care when working with children and families. You understand child safe behaviours and practices that promote and protect the safety, wellbeing and rights of children and can demonstrate these behaviours. You understand your child safety responsibilities, including mandatory reporting, adherence to professional boundaries and compliance with relevant legislations and organisational policies and procedures. You are organised, adaptable and aligned with Cabonne Council's values, with a genuine interest in contributing to positive community outcomes.

Essential Requirements

• Class C driver's licence
• Education and Care approved First Aid Certification
• Working with Children Check clearance
• Education and Care approved Child Protection training
• Criminal History Check
• Demonstrated experience working with children
• Excellent interpersonal, written and verbal communication skills
• Foundations of Child Safety and Advanced Child Safety Training (courses 1-4 completed through Geccko)

Desirable

• Qualification in an early childhood related field

Skills And Experience

• Experience coordinating engaging and age‑appropriate activities
• Ability to assist with the day‑to‑day operation of an OOSHC service
• Capacity to supervise and support educators
• Strong organisational skills and attention to detail
• Ability to work effectively as part of a collaborative team

Working at Cabonne Council

At Cabonne Council, we offer meaningful opportunities to work within close‑knit communities while supporting the safety, wellbeing and development of children and young people.

Supportive & Child‑Focused Environment

You will be supported by a proactive leadership team and provided with training and guidance aligned with Council values. We are a Child Safe Organisation committed to respecting children's voices and prioritising their safety in everything we do.

Community Connection

This role offers the opportunity to make a genuine difference within local communities by creating a welcoming and supportive environment where children can learn, play and thrive.

Remuneration And Benefits

The appointment will be in accordance with the Local Government (State) Award 2026 and Cabonne Council's policies and conditions of employment. This position is graded 5, with an hourly rate of $40.71 to $43.84 including casual loading.

Pre-Employment Screening

• A pre-employment physical examination (at Council's expense).
• Reference checking - an external company will be used to complete reference checks for preferred candidates.
• Undertake any other applicable screening that may be relevant to the role.
• Checking validity of certificates and qualifications.

Other Important Details

For a confidential discussion regarding this role, please contact Council's Children's Services Coordinator Rachael Barrow, on 02 6392 3200.

Cabonne Council is an equal opportunity employer embracing access and diversity in its recruitment process.

Cabonne Council is a Child Safe Organisation that is dedicated to respecting children and young people. We prioritise their voices and views and we are committed to taking proactive measures to always keep children safe.

to always keep children safe.