OSHC Educator - Wilandra Rise

The Y Victoria; Melbourne; On-site; AUD 55,000 - 58,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Gym access

Family discounts

Split shift loading

Flexible rostering

Career development

Health insurance savings

Cinema discounts

Workplace banking

Job summary

The Y Victoria is currently seeking casual Educators to join our Before and After School Care and School Holiday Programs at Wilandra Rise Primary School in Melbourne. This casual role offers rostered hours Monday to Friday, with split shifts between 7:00am-9:00am and 2:30pm-6:00pm, plus school holiday coverage as needed.

You will support children, build positive relationships with families and the school community, and work under the OSHC team and a Coordinator to run programs.

Qualifications

• ACEQA/ACECQA-verified early childhood qualification required or in progress.
• First Aid in an Education & Care Setting certificate (or equivalent).
• Strong understanding of OSHC programs and child safety requirements.

Responsibilities

• Deliver engaging OSHC sessions before/after school and during school holidays.
• Support positive relationships with children, families and the school community.
• Work with Coordinator and OSHC team to run programs and ensure safety.

Education

ACECQA-approved qualification

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 Wilandra Rise Primary School. 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
• 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 5,000staff 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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