OOSH Manager

CommunityOSH Pty Ltd; Sydney; On-site; AUD 92,000 - 113,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Mentoring and leadership development

Professional growth opportunities

Job summary

CommunityOSH is seeking an experienced OOSH Manager for its Lindfield program on Sydney's North Shore. The role is full-time (38 hours per week) and includes leadership of a boutique, community-focused OOSH service for children aged 3–8.

You will lead programming, staff support, and family partnerships in a calm, relationship-driven setting. The position offers ongoing mentoring, leadership development and compliance support from senior managers.

Qualifications

• Current Working with Children Check (WWCC) in Australia.
• National Child Safety Training completion.
• First Aid with CPR, Asthma, Anaphylaxis.
• OSHC/children's services experience.
• Ability to lead and mentor a small team.

Responsibilities

• Lead OOSH program planning and on-site supervision.
• Create a warm, safe, and engaging environment for children aged 3–8.
• Collaborate with families and the school to build a strong sense of community.
• Support and mentor educator team with ongoing professional development.

Skills

Warmth

Initiative

Leadership

Relationship building

Education

Cert 3 / Diploma in School Age Education and Care

Diploma in Early Education and Care

Diploma in Children's Services

Degree in Primary/Secondary Education or Early Childhood Studies

Job description

At CommunityOSH, we’re not just a boutique provider of Outside School Hours Care – we’re a community! We specialize in creating vibrant, safe, and nurturing spaces where children thrive, families feel supported, and educators grow.

What Makes CommunityOSH Unique?

Boutique Service: Personalised care and attention – we know our children, families, and team by name.

Wonderful Children: Each day is an adventure as we guide curious, creative, and brilliant young minds.

Supportive Families: We work hand‑in‑hand with families to create a genuine sense of community.

Dedicated Educators: A collaborative team that values innovation, care, and professional growth.

Why This Program Is Truly Special

Nestled in the leafy Lindfield area, on Sydney’s North Shore, CommunityOSH Highfields offers high‑quality care for children aged 3–8 years in a calm, boutique environment. We are seeking a passionate and dedicated OOSH Manager who thrives in a smaller, relationship‑driven setting and is excited to make a meaningful impact during these important early years.

What Makes This Program Exceptional

A warm, connected school community where children, families, educators and the school work in genuine partnership, creating a strong sense of belonging.

A boutique OOSH environment that feels calm, personal and deeply community‑focused — a place where every child is known, supported and celebrated.

A highly regarded OOSH provider that places quality education, meaningful relationships and children’s wellbeing at the centre of everything we do.

Strong operational support, including ongoing guidance, mentoring and leadership development from a dedicated Operations Support Manager and Senior OOSH Manager.

A passionate, knowledgeable and caring educator team committed to delivering engaging experiences and consistent, high‑quality care.

Dedicated non‑contact time for programming, administration and professional development, supporting a healthy balance between leadership responsibilities and hands‑on engagement with children.

Opportunities for professional growth and leadership development, with collaboration across the wider CommunityOSH network.

Who we’re looking for

You’re an experienced OOSH professional or emerging leader who brings warmth, initiative and a genuine passion for early and middle childhood. You enjoy building relationships, leading with kindness and clarity, and creating a space where children feel safe, engaged and inspired.

Location/School

Lindfield area, full time, 38 hours per week. TFR $102,391.38 includes allowances and 12% superannuation.

Ideally hold or working towards any of the below; (must show evidence of working towards)

Cert 3, 4/ Diploma of School Age Education and Care

Cert 3, 4/ Diploma of Early Education and Care

Cert 3, 4/ Diploma in Children's Services or other equivalent

Degree in Primary/ Secondary Education or Early Childhood Studies or other equivalent.

Experience working in OSHC, Teaching or the children's services sector.

Current and valid First Aid Certificate including CPR, Asthma and Anaphylaxis.

Mandatory Requirements

A current and valid employer Working with Children's Check.

Completion of National Child Safety Training ( via Gecko)

CommunityOSH University, we want ourEducators to build a career with us, reach their full potential and become the best Educators they can be.

We pay for compliance certificates ie: First Aid Certificate including CPR, Asthma and Anaphylaxis (where required for role) AND for the time taken to complete.

Be Part of Something Special – Join CommunityOSH!

Because when you join us, you’re not just starting a job; you’re joining a family. Together, we’ll make every moment extraordinary!

Applications are encouraged from Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander people.