OSHC Educator (Responsible Person in Charge)

Westside Christian College; Ipswich City; On-site; AUD 52,000 - 68,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Well-resourced facilities

Onsite cook

Supportive team culture

Job summary

Westside Christian College OSHC is seeking an experienced Educator (Responsible Person in Charge) to support planning and delivery of engaging programs for children aged 4–12 during before/after school and vacation care sessions. The role emphasizes safety, inclusion, and play-based learning within a caring, faith-driven environment.

You will supervise children, assist in program delivery, prepare food, and help maintain a clean and welcoming space while fostering strong relationships with

Qualifications

• Experience as an OSHC Educator (Responsible Person in Charge) with 4–12-year-olds.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills essential.
• Excellent organisation and time management abilities.

Responsibilities

• Actively supervise children indoors and outdoors and during excursions.
• Assist in Before School, After School and Vacation Care programs.
• Support play-based learning and positive interactions.
• Prepare and serve food with safe practices.
• Maintain a clean, safe, welcoming environment.
• Contribute ideas to improve the program.
• Build strong relationships with children, families, and staff.

Skills

Communication

Time management

Interpersonal skills

Organization

Education

Certificate III in Child Care

ACEQA-approved education degree

Job description

1mo ago , from Westside Christian College

Westside Christian College Outside School Hours Care (OSHC) is seeking an experienced, passionate and dedicated Educator (Responsible Person in Charge) to join our enthusiastic team! In this role, you will support the planning and delivery of engaging programs for children aged 4–12 during before school, after school, and vacation care sessions. You'll create a safe, inclusive, and fun environment that fosters learning and development through play.

About the position

Westside Christian College OSHC is a beautiful Reggio Emilia inspired centre operating in Goodna and accommodating up to 130 children. We are passionate about providing a safe, nurturing and calm environment for all children and are motivated to scaffold children's learning through play.

We operate out of our own purpose-built large building with kitchen, storage room and toilet facilities. We have access to a playground, sandpit, oval and undercover areas. We also have access to additional classrooms and the school library during vacation care.

Responsibilities

As an OSHC Educator, you’ll work closely with our OSHC leadership team to create a safe, fun, and engaging environment for children aged 4–12 years. Your responsibilities will include:

• Actively supervising children across indoor, outdoor, and excursion environments.
• Assisting in the delivery of Before School, After School and Vacation Care programs.
• Supporting children through play-based learning and positive interactions.
• Preparing and serving food using safe food-handling practices.
• Helping maintain a safe, clean, and welcoming environment.
• Contributing ideas and reflections to continually improve our program.
• Building strong, positive relationships with children, families, co-workers and the wider school community.

Our service operates Monday to Friday during school terms and holidays:

• Before School Care:6:30 am – 8:30 am
• After School Care:2:00pm – 6:00pm
• Vacation Care / Pupil Free Days:6:30 am – 6:00 pm (variety of long shifts available between these hours).

Requirements of the position

The successful applicant will have:

• At least 2 years’ experience working as an OSHC Educator (Responsible Person in Charge) caring for 4-12 year old children and a team of educators
• Experience working with children with additional needs and ability to display supportive calming behaviour management skills
• Hold a Certificate III or higher in a child-care related qualification
• Current paid Blue Card (working with children check)
• Current First Aid, CPR, Asthma & Anaphylaxis Management Training Certificates (or be willing to obtain)
• Comprehensive knowledge of My Time, Our Place 2.0 and the learning outcomes
• Understanding of the National Quality Framework (NQF) and National Quality Standards (NQS)
• Understanding of the assessment and rating process including updating a QIP (Quality Improvement Plan)
• Knowledge of child protection requirements
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Excellent organisation and time management skill
• Excellent organisation and time management skills.

Prior experience working in a position of added responsibility (Responsible Person in Charge) in an OSHC service would be highly regarded.

The College reserves the right to perform additional qualification, criminal history or other relevant background checks as necessary to this position and you will be notified of any relevant checks if you are offered a position at the College.

About You

• A practicing Christian with the ability to actively support and promote the College’s spiritual ethos
• A genuine passion for working with children and enhancing their learning and wellbeing
• Required:
• Certificate, Diploma or a degree in Education or another ACECQA-approved equivalent (essential)
• Paid Working With Children Check (Blue Card) (essential)
• National Child Safety Certificate (essential)
• First Aid, CPR, Asthma & Anaphylaxis certifications (or willing to obtain)
• I'm ALERT Food Safety Certificate (Ipswich City Council's free online training) (or willing to obtain).

Why Join Us

• Supportive and collaborative team culture
• Well-resourced facilities, featuring a purpose-built building and an onsite cook!
• Leadership that values wellbeing and innovation