OSHC Coordinator | Mentone

SmartRecruiters, Inc.; Australia; On-site; AUD 56,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

MACSEYE is seeking a Coordinator to lead a dedicated team in Melbourne. The role focuses on safe, engaging learning spaces for children, balancing morning and afternoon sessions with planning time.

You’ll guide educators, foster relationships with families, and prioritize child well-being while growing professionally within a supportive culture. Ideal candidates have childcare experience, ACECQA-recognised qualifications or are working toward them, and a collaborative, growth-focused mindset.

Qualifications

• Experience in childcare or early childhood education.
• Diploma level qualification recognised by ACECQA completed or in progress.
• Excellent communication and collaboration.
• Passion for making a positive difference for children.

Responsibilities

• Create Vibrant Learning Spaces – foster a safe, welcoming environment where children can explore, play, and grow.
• Inspire Curiosity & Creativity – plan and lead activities that encourage learning, imagination, and skill-building.
• Build Strong Relationships – connect with children, families, and colleagues to create a supportive community.
• Prioritise Well-being – ensure every child’s safety, health, and overall development is a top priority.
• Lead & Mentor Your Team – guide, support, and motivate a team of Educators to deliver exceptional care and learning experiences.

Skills

Genuine passion for working with chil​

Excellent communication skills

Collaborative spirit

Education

Diploma level qualification (ACECQA)

Job description

• Department: Service Delivery - in-service roles
• Compensation: AUD 41 - AUD 45 - hourly

Company Description

Lead, inspire & make a difference in OSHC at MACSEYE (Mentone)

Looking to build valuable leadership experience in OSHC while studying? Or are you ready to step into a Coordinator role while maintaining flexibility around your other commitments?

As Coordinator, you’ll guide a dedicated team, build meaningful relationships with children and families, and bring engaging programs to life — creating a service where children feel safe, included and supported.

If you’re ready to step into a leadership role where your ideas, experience and voice are valued, we’d love to hear from you!

Approximate Hours:
Morning: 6:45am – 8:45am
Afternoon: 2:15 pm – 6:15 pm
Plus 3.5 hours weekly for planning and admin

Enjoy the flexibility of split shifts that fit around your lifestyle — perfect for balancing work, study, or personal time while making a real difference every day.

Why Join MACSEYE?
Supportive Culture – Be welcomed into a team that collaborates, encourages, and always puts children first.
Room to Grow – Access training, professional development, and opportunities for career progression within a future-focused organisation.
Space for Creativity – Your ideas matter. We’ll support you to bring them to life in programs designed with children.
Flexibility That Fits Your Life – Enjoy the balance of a split shift roster, giving you time for study, family, or personal priorities in between sessions.

Job Description

Your Role

Create Vibrant Learning Spaces – Foster a safe, welcoming environment where children can explore, play, and grow.

Inspire Curiosity & Creativity – Plan and lead activities that encourage learning, imagination, and skill-building.

Build Strong Relationships – Connect with children, families, and colleagues to create a supportive community.

Prioritise Well-being – Ensure every child’s safety, health, and overall development are always a top priority.

Lead & Mentor Your Team – Guide, support, and motivate a team of Educators to deliver exceptional care and learning experiences.

Qualifications

Do you have what it takes?

• A genuine passion for working with children and a commitment to making a positive difference
• Experience in childcare or early childhood education
• Excellent communication skills and a collaborative spirit
• Diploma level qualification as recognised by ACECQA completed or working towards

Additional Information

About MACSEYE

MACSEYE is creating a network of high-quality early childhood and school-aged care programs across the Melbourne Archdiocese. Our mission is to help every child reach their full potential through programs that nurture their development, identity, health, and well-being.

Guided by child-centred care, collaboration, lifelong learning, and evidence-based practice, we partner with schools, parishes, and communities to build connected, supportive environments for children and families.

Join MACSEYE — where every day is an opportunity to make a meaningful difference.

As a child safe organisation, MACSEYE prioritises the safety, wellbeing and protection of children in our care. We require applicants to undergo relevant child safety screening prior to appointment and for all employees to adhere with our child safe practices.

We welcome applications from people from all ages, genders, cultural and linguistic backgrounds, religious beliefs, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, and people with disabilities.

At MACSEYE we don't use AI to screen applications or conduct interviews. We ask that you don't use AI tools during the recruitment process, either in screening or interviews, as we want to get to know the real you.

If you have any questions please email [e-mail].

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