Head of Outside School Hours Care (Head of OSHC)

John Paul College; Queensland; On-site; AUD 90,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A prestigious educational institution in Queensland is seeking a passionate and experienced Head of Outside School Hours Care (OSHC) to lead before school, after school, and vacation care programs. This role involves mentoring educators, designing innovative programs that support child development, and fostering community connections. Ideal candidates will possess a degree in education or Early Childhood, leadership experience in an educational setting, and strong organisational skills. Certification including Working with Children Check and First Aid is required. Competitive salary offered.

Qualifications

• Leadership experience in Outside School Hours Care or a similar educational setting.
• Strong knowledge of the National Quality Framework and related regulations.
• Current Working with Children Check, First Aider, and CPR certification.

Responsibilities

• Mentor and develop a team of OSHC educators.
• Create innovative, developmentally rich programs.
• Manage enrolments, rostering, budgeting, and compliance.

Skills

Team leadership

Program development

Stakeholder engagement

Organisational skills

Education

Diploma or Bachelor’s degree in education, Early Childhood, or related field

Job description

Head of Outside School Hours Care (Head of OSHC)

$90,000 – $100,000/ year plus 12.75% super

John Paul College is looking for a passionate and experienced Head of Outside School Hours Care (OSHC) to lead our Before School Care, After School Care, and Vacation Care programs for Kindergarten and Primary School students.

This is more than a management role – it's an opportunity to shape the OSHC experience for our community. You'll lead a team of educators, design programs that support children's physical, social, and emotional development, and build meaningful relationships with families across our vibrant school community.

Set on 33 hectares in Daisy Hill, our campus offers outstanding facilities and a supportive environment where you can bring your ideas to life.

What You’ll Do

Lead with purpose: Mentor and develop a team of OSHC educators committed to delivering high-quality care and engaging learning experiences

Design impactful programs: Create innovative, developmentally rich programs grounded in My Time, Our Place and John Paul College's values that engage families and foster children's growth

Lead operational excellence: Manage enrolments, rostering, budgeting, and compliance with confidence, knowing you're meeting the highest NQF and ACECQA standards

Build community: Develop genuine connections with children, families, and staff that create a sense of belonging

Drive improvement: Champion the Quality Improvement Plan and foster a culture of continuous development aligned with best practice in OSHC

You're an experienced OSHC leader who is passionate about creating safe, inclusive, and enriching environments for children. You bring:

A Diploma or Bachelor’s degree in education, Early Childhood, or a related field

Leadership experience in OSHC or a similar educational setting

Strong knowledge of the National Quality Framework, My Time, Our Place, and state regulations

Proven expertise in team leadership, program development, and stakeholder engagement

Excellent organisational abilities with experience managing budgets, compliance, and multiple priorities

Current Working with Children Check, First Aider, and CPR certification