OSHC Coordinator - Kew

Junior Adventures Group; City of Boroondara; On-site; AUD 52,000 - 59,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid parental leave

Retention bonuses

Health, gym and wellbeing discounts

Superannuation

Police check covered

Job summary

Junior Adventures Group in Melbourne's Kew service seeks an OSHC Coordinator to lead a team of Educators and oversee before- and after-school programs for children aged 5–12, with Early Learning Centre involvement.

You will work 21.5 hours per week, 2:30-6:00pm, Monday to Friday, with 4 non-contact paid admin hours. The role offers support from Regional Managers and a strong focus on child safety and program quality.

Qualifications

• Experience leading a team of educators in an OSHC/childcare setting.
• Willing to obtain a national police check (covered by us).
• State Working-with-Children check.
• National Child Safety Training completion prior to onboarding.

Responsibilities

• Lead a team of Educators and manage an engaging before- and after-school program for children aged 5–12.
• Oversee rosters, day-to-day operations, compliance and admin tasks.
• Collaborate with regional managers and office support to grow leadership skills.

Skills

Leadership

Team management

Communication

Child safety knowledge

Education

VIC Diploma-Level Education

Job description

Partnering with parents and school communities, at Junior Adventures Group (JAG) our goal is to help today’s children navigate their tomorrow by supporting children's development through play in fun, engaging environments. We live and breathe our company values every day by being considerate, passionate, courageous, and making a difference.

Job Description

Join us at our service in Kew, as an OSHC Coordinator and lead a team of passionate Educators while making a real impact on the lives of children!This is a fixed-term, part-time role offering21.5 hours per week, including 4 non-contact paid admin hours.You’ll work Monday to Friday: 2:30-6:00pm (Stay and Play).

Why You'll Love Working With Us

• Work-Life Balance: Our split shift model gives you your middle of the day back, so you can study, manage family life, or enjoy personal time.
• Competitive Pay: Up to $43 per hour + super, rewarding the important role you play every day.
• Regional Manager Support: Leading a service doesn't mean doing it alone. Your Regional Manager will provide coaching, guidance and practical support every step of the way.
• Coordinator Loyalty Program: Enjoy $1,250 in retention bonuses during your first year as a thank you.
• Family-Friendly Support: Access paid parental leave (10 weeks) and up to 50% off childcare fees, supporting you and your family now and in the future.
• Career Growth & Development: Build your skills through paid training and clear pathways to progress within JAG.
• Health, Wellbeing & Lifestyle Benefits: Access discounted gym & wellbeing memberships, health insurance and retail savings, helping your money go further.
• Referral Rewards: Earn $1,000 cash for every successful referral and help us grow our exceptional team.

About the role

As an OSHClub Coordinator, you’ll be leading a team of passionate Educators and overseeing an engaging before- and after-school program for children aged 5-12 years.This school also caters to Early Learning Centre (ELC) children, so a Early Childhood qualification would be highly beneficial. You will be confident supporting children across both the ELC and school-age settings.

• You’ll create and lead a dynamic, child-centered program, filled with exciting activities like STEM, sports, cooking, arts and crafts—all designed to inspire and engage.
• You’ll take full ownership of your team’s roster, manage day-to-day operations, ensure compliance, and handle admin tasks—all while fostering an environment of teamwork and growth.
• With mentorship from regional managers and support from a dedicated office team, you’ll have everything you need to develop your leadership skills and make a real impact.

Qualifications

• A natural leader who enjoys guiding a team and helping others grow
• Hold or be willing to obtain a national police check (which we will cover!)
• State working-with-children check
• National Child Safety Training completion prior to onboarding (via Gecko)
• VIC Diploma-Level - Working towards or completed a relevant qualification to work as a Diploma-levelEducatorin VIC in accordance with ACECQA

Additional Information

At Junior Adventures Group, child safety and child safeguarding principles are our top priorities. Our recruitment process includes thorough background checks and screenings to ensure the wellbeing of all children in our care.

We welcome individuals from all backgrounds, abilities, and identities, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people.