OSHC Educator | Springvale

Macseye; Melbourne; On-site; AUD 41,000 - 52,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible work options

Supportive team environment

Professional development & pathways

Job summary

MACSEYE is hiring an OSHC Educator for its Springvale service in Melbourne. The permanent part-time role runs afternoons (3:00 pm–5:30 pm) with hourly rates of AUD 30–38, plus super and allowances; casuals available up to AUD 46/hr.

You’ll foster safe, engaging spaces and support children's wellbeing in a warm team environment. Applicants need Cert III or higher (or studying), First Aid/CPR/WWCC, and Australian work rights.

Qualifications

• Genuine passion for working with children.
• Warm, collaborative approach with strong communication skills.
• Credential in ACECQA recognised qualification (or currently studying).
• Valid First Aid, CPR, WWCC and Australian work rights (or ability to obtain).

Responsibilities

• Create safe, inspiring spaces for children before and after school.
• Plan engaging, hands‑on activities that spark curiosity and learning.
• Build positive relationships with children, families and colleagues.
• Support wellbeing and development across social and emotional needs.
• Collaborate with the team to co‑design programs reflecting children's interests.

Skills

Passion for children

Collaborative mindset

Strong communication

Education

Certificate III in ACECQA recognised qualification

Tools

First Aid

CPR

WWCC

Australian work rights

Job description

• Department: Service Delivery - in-service roles
• Compensation: AUD 30 - AUD 38 - hourly

Company Description

OSHC Educator Opportunity – Springvale

At MACSEYE, we’re committed to creating warm, engaging spaces where children feel safe, supported, and inspired to learn. Our Out of School Hours Care (OSHC) program in Springvale is expanding, and we’re looking for a permanent part-time educator to step in and help the service thrive.

We offer permanent and casual opportunities, ideal whether you’re beginning your journey in education or bringing experience to a vibrant, supportive team. You’ll help guide children before and after school through fun, enriching, and purposeful activities.

Permanent Part-Time $30–$38/hr + Super + Allowances | Casual up to $46/hr

Hours of Work

Afternoon: 3:00 pm – 5:30 pm

Why Join MACSEYE?

• Flexible Work Options – Split shifts that adapt to your lifestyle.
• A Supportive Team Environment – Work within a welcoming, collaborative team that puts children at the centre.
• Professional Development & Pathways – Ongoing training and clear opportunities to grow your career with MACSEYE.
• Creativity Encouraged – Bring your ideas, interests, and energy to programs that spark children’s curiosity.

If you’re caring, motivated, and excited to make a positive difference in children’s lives, we’d love to hear from you.

Job Description

Your Role as an Educator

• Create Safe and Inspiring Spaces Design environments where children feel secure, supported, and motivated to explore and learn.
• Plan Engaging Experiences Lead hands-on, fun, and creative activities that spark curiosity, imagination, and a love of learning.
• Build Strong Connections Develop positive relationships with children, families, and colleagues, fostering a welcoming, community-focused environment.
• Champion Wellbeing and Growth Support each child’s social, emotional, and developmental needs while promoting overall wellbeing.
• Collaborate and Innovate Work closely with your team to co-create programs that reflect children’s interests, ideas, and voices.

Qualifications

What You’ll Bring

• A genuine passion for working with children
• A warm, collaborative approach with strong communication skills
• Cert III (or higher) in an ACECQA recognised qualification(or currently studying)
• Valid First Aid, CPR, WWCC, and Australian work rights (or able to obtain these)

Additional Information

About Us

MACSEYE is committed to providing high-quality early learning and Out of School Hours Care (OSHC) programs across the Melbourne Catholic Archdiocese. Our approach focuses on holistic development — supporting children’s wellbeing, identity, learning, and sense of belonging within their communities.

At MACSEYE – Springvale, you’ll work in a child-led, collaborative environment where your contribution truly matters.

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].