Educational Leader - OSHC | Mentor Educators

Firefly HR; Sydney; On-site; AUD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Educational Leader allowance

Superannuation

Permanent full-time

Dedicated admin time

Job summary

Firefly HR is seeking an Educational Leader for an OSHC service in Inner West Sydney. You will lead programming, mentor educators and strengthen reflective practice while staying connected to the children and daily program.

You’ll have dedicated admin time, be part of a collaborative team with the Director and families, and influence practice within a parent committee‑run service. The role is full-time with approx. 38 hours/week.

Qualifications

• Strong OSHC/OOSH experience.
• Passion for programming and school-age pedagogy.
• Confidence mentoring and supporting educators.
• Knowledge of My Time, Our Place, the NQS and NQF.
• Strong communication and relationship-building skills.
• Collaborative, organised and positive approach.
• Current NSW Working With Children Check or willingness to obtain one.

Responsibilities

• Leading engaging, child-led programming and educational practice.
• Mentoring educators and building their confidence.
• Supporting meaningful documentation and reflective practice.
• Bringing children’s interests, ideas and voices into the program.
• Supporting MTOP, NQS and continuous improvement.
• Working collaboratively with the Director, educators, families and school community.

Skills

OSHC/OOSH experience

School-age pedagogy

Mentoring educators

Communication

Relationship building

Collaborative approach

Organised

NSW WWCC willing to obtain

Education

School Age Education and Care qualification

Early Childhood Education qualification

Job description

Firefly HR is seeking an Educational Leader for an OSHC service in Inner West Sydney. You will lead programming, mentor educators and strengthen reflective practice while staying connected to the children and daily program.

You’ll have dedicated admin time, be part of a collaborative team with the Director and families, and influence practice within a parent committee‑run service. The role is full-time with approx. 38 hours/week.