OSHC Centre Director: Lead Quality & Community Impact

Wellington Shire Council; Adelaide; Hybrid; AUD 110,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Flagstaff Hill Primary School invites an experienced OSHC Director to lead a 120-place service in Adelaide's leafy suburbs. You will provide strategic and operational leadership, oversee day-to-day management, implement the Quality Improvement Plan, and ensure compliance with the National Quality Framework while mentoring educators.

You will bring MTOP knowledge, strong financial acumen, and a demonstrated track record in senior leadership.

Qualifications

• Advanced Diploma or Diploma in OSHC or Children's Services or relevant Degree or Early Childhood Education Qualification (or ACECQA-approved equivalent)
• Working with children (WWC) Check
• First Aid Certificate (HLTAID012)
• CPR Certificate
• Foundations of Child Safety training
• RRHAN-EC (Responding to Risks of Harm, Abuse and Neglect - Education and Care) Certificate or Child Safe Environments Certificate
• MTOP, NQS, NQF familiarity and early childhood pedagogical practice
• Strong written and verbal communication and relationship-building skills
• Sound observation and reporting skills
• Strong technology skills including MYOB and MS Office

Responsibilities

• Deliver strong, values-led leadership to educators and support staff
• Oversee day-to-day operations, compliance, and governance in line with the National Quality Framework
• Drive continuous improvement and quality outcomes across all seven quality areas
• Foster positive relationships with children, families, and the surrounding community
• Lead and support educational practice aligned with MTOP guidelines
• Manage staffing, budgets, and operational planning constraints
• Promote a positive, collaborative, and supportive workplace culture that prioritises staff wellbeing
• Ensure all children have access to high-quality programming, focusing on play-based learning that is engaging and educational
• Lead and support ongoing professional learning and development for all educators and staff

Skills

MTOP knowledge

Leadership

Communication

Budgeting

Staff development

Education

Diploma in OSHC/Children's Services

WWC Check

First Aid HLTAID012

CPR

Foundations of Child Safety

RRHAN-EC/Child Safe Environments

Tools

MYOB accounting

Outlook/Excel/Word

Job description

Flagstaff Hill Primary School invites an experienced OSHC Director to lead a 120-place service in Adelaide's leafy suburbs. You will provide strategic and operational leadership, oversee day-to-day management, implement the Quality Improvement Plan, and ensure compliance with the National Quality Framework while mentoring educators.

You will bring MTOP knowledge, strong financial acumen, and a demonstrated track record in senior leadership.