OSHC Educator - Horsham

The Y Victoria; Horsham; On-site; AUD 46,000 - 66,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Gym access across state

Discounts for children

Split shift allowance

Flexible rostering

Career development

Health insurance discounts

Job summary

YMCA Victoria in Horsham is seeking an Outside of School Hours Care (OSHC) Educator for casual rosters, delivering Before and After School Care and School Holiday programs. Hours vary from 7:00–9:00 and 14:30–18:00 on weekdays, with split shifts paid when both blocks are worked.

You’ll be supported by an OSHC team and Coordinator, focused on creating engaging experiences, building relationships with children, families and the school community, and maintaining safe, high-quality care.

Qualifications

• ACEQCA-approved qualification completed or in progress.
• First Aid in an Education & Care Setting certificate (or willing to obtain).
• Protecting Children - Mandatory Reporting & Other Obligations.
• National child safety training - Foundation training.
• Victorian Working with Children’s Check – employee check (or willing to obtain).

Responsibilities

• Deliver engaging OSHC activities and facilitate Before/After School Care sessions and School Holiday programs.
• Support coordination and work alongside a Coordinator and OSHC team.
• Build positive relationships with children, families and the school community.
• Promote safety and positive relationships during all activities.

Skills

Child engagement

Teamwork

Communication

Flexible rostering

Education

ACECQA-approved qualification

First Aid in Education & Care Setting

Victorian Working with Children Check

Foundation training

Mandatory reporting training

Job description

What’s the opportunity?

Y Victoria is currently seeking Casual Educators for our Before and After School Care and School Holiday Programs within Horsham. This is a casual position, with working hours varying from Monday to Friday, on a rostered basis between 7:00am - 9:00am and 2:30pm - 6:00pm (you’ll also be paid split shift loading if you work both)! School Holidays shifts vary across 6:30am - 6:30pm.

The hourly rate for the position is between $40.59 p/hour onwards (depending on your qualification & experience) + ECEC retention payment + super.

As an Outside of School Hours Care (OSHC) Educator you will be dedicated to empowering young children and have a passion for providing engaging experiences. Supported by the OSHC team and an experienced Coordinator, you will enhance positive relationships with children, families and the school community while facilitating our Before and After School Care sessions and School Holiday programs.

What’s in it for me?

At the Y Victoria, we value our people. Working for us means you’ll enjoy great work-life balance and a range of benefits which improve your wellbeing and help you develop as an individual, such as:

• Free access to gyms, recreation, and aquatics centres across the state, including Horsham Aquatic Centre
• Discounts for your children to attend a Y Victoria OSHC service or Early Learning centre
• Dual staffing policy – when you work at a Y OSHC service, you will always work alongside a Coordinator or another Educator
• Supportive management teams – Coordinators and Regional OSHC Coordinators who work on the floor, mentoring and providing guidance to our teams
• Split shift allowance – if you work both before and after school in the same day, you’ll receive additional loading on all rostered hours for the day
• Flexible working and rostering arrangements
• Opportunities for career development and growth
• Savings on health insurance, discounted cinema tickets & access to workplace banking benefits

What will I need?

• You’ll need to have either completed or be working towards an ACECQA-approved qualification (see the link below) – or willing to enrol in a course
• You’ll need to have, or be willing to obtain a First Aid in an Education & Care Setting certificate (or equivalent)
• Protecting Children - Mandatory Reporting & Other Obligations Early Childhood
• National child safety training - Foundation training
• You’ll need to have, or be willing to obtain a valid Victorian Working with Children’s Check – employee check

There are a variety of qualifications that ACECQA has approved to work within OSHC ranging from education to community services to healthcare. Please copy the below ACECQA webpage into your browser to check your qualifications: https://www.acecqa.gov.au/qualifications/nqf-approved

Y Victoria is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and social inclusion. We warmly welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds.

Commitment to Child and Young People Safety

YMCA Victoria (the Y) has robust policies and practices to prevent harm to children and young people. The Y is committed to identifying and removing potential risks and hazards. All positions are subject to a satisfactory Police Check, Working with Children Check and a pre-employment medical declaration prior to commencement.

About the Y Victoria

Our Vision is to inspire and empower young people and communities to thrive. With over 5,000 staff and volunteers, Y Victoria delivers services at more than 150 locations every day, including: Children's Programs, Action Sports, Camps, Recreation and Youth Services.

Y Victoria are proud to be a 2026 Circle Back Initiative Employer, we commit to respond to every applicant.

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