Coordinator - Lismore

Adlogic; Lismore; On-site; AUD 85,000 - 105,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Salary packaging

Bonus leave over Christmas

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Staff discounts

Job summary

Northern Rivers Community Gateway seeks an experienced Coordinator to lead the day-to-day operations of our OOSH services across multiple sites. You will supervise Assistant Coordinators and educators to deliver safe, inclusive and engaging programs for primary school-aged children.

The role requires a Diploma or Degree in a relevant field and/or several years in OOSH coordination, with strong knowledge of the National Quality Framework, My Time Our Place and related laws, plus leadership and

Qualifications

• Diploma or Degree in childcare/education and/or 3+ years in OOSH coordination.
• Strong knowledge of National Quality Framework and My Time Our Place.
• Leadership and team management experience.
• Ability to coordinate programming, compliance, rostering and service operations.
• Excellent communication with families, schools, and external partners.

Responsibilities

• Oversee multiple OOSH services as Nominated Supervisor and Educational Leader.
• Lead, mentor and support Assistant Coordinators and educators.
• Develop and monitor programming aligned with My Time Our Place.
• Coordinate rostering, staff development, WHS, compliance and budgeting.
• Engage with families, schools and community organisations to support wellbeing and inclusion.

Skills

Leadership

Team management

Regulatory compliance

Stakeholder engagement

Childcare knowledge

Education

Diploma or degree in childcare/education

Tools

OWNA

Job description

Full-time | 38 Hours per Week (Monday - Friday 9:30am to 6:00pm)

Fixed Term Contract (6 Months)

Level 7 - Children’s Services Award 2010 + Relevant Allowances

Salary packaging to increase your take-home pay

Enjoy an Additional 2 Weeks of Bonus Leave Over Christmas

About us:

Northern Rivers Community Gateway has been delivering the Northern Rivers OOSH (formerly Rainbow Region Kids) program for many years. Our well-established, accredited, and child-centred program provides before school care, after school care and vacation care across multiple locations throughout the Northern Rivers.

We are seeking an experienced and passionate Coordinator to lead and oversee the day-to-day operations of our OOSH services. In this leadership role, you will supervise and support a team of Assistant Coordinators and educators, ensuring the delivery of safe, inclusive and engaging programs for primary school-aged children.

Join a community based organisation where your work directly supports our purpose and values, creating inclusive, child-centred spaces where every child can thrive.

About the Role

Oversee multiple OOSH services as the Nominated Supervisor, Responsible Person and Educational Leader

Lead, mentor and support a team of Assistant Coordinators and educators to meet regulatory requirements and quality standards

Develop, implement and monitor programming aligned with the My Time, Our Place framework

Coordinate rostering, staff development, WHS, compliance and budgeting in collaboration with the Senior Manager - Business Support

Liaise with families, schools, community organisations and external agencies to support child wellbeing and inclusion

Facilitate regular staff meetings, including weekly Assistant Coordinator meetings at the Lismore Head Office

Working Hours and Flexibility

38 hours per week, Monday to Friday

Core hours: 9:30 am - 6:00 pm with a 30 minute lunch break (negotiable)

What We Offer

Pay in accordance with the Children’s Services Award Level 7+

Access to relevant CSA allowances, including the Educational Leader allowance

Salary packaging options to increase your take-home pay

Discounted childcare for staff enrolling their children in OOSH programs

Access to our Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Ongoing training and professional development

Monthly all-staff breakfast meetings and team connection opportunities

Career progression within a supportive, values-driven, community-focused organisation

What We’re Looking For

Relevant Diploma or Degree qualification and/or 3+ years’ experience in a similar Out of School Hours Care coordination role

Strong knowledge of the National Quality Framework, My Time Our Place and Family Assistance Law

Demonstrated leadership and team management experience

Proven ability to coordinate programming, compliance, rostering and service operations

Strong communication and stakeholder engagement skills

Experience with OWNA or similar childcare management systems (desirable)

Sound understanding of WHS, child safety and inclusion practices in education and care settings

Additional Requirements

Current NSW Working with Children Check

National Police Check

Current NSW Driver Licence

First Aid in an Education and Care Setting (or willingness to obtain)

Approved Child Protection and Food Safety Supervisor certification (or willingness to obtain)

Willingness to be appointed as Nominated Supervisor and Educational Leader across multiple sites