OSHC Service Manager | Harrison

Junior Adventures Group; Australia; On-site; AUD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading service provider in Australia seeks a Service Manager to oversee a large OSHC service. This role involves leading a team of educators, developing child-centered programs, and managing day-to-day operations to ensure quality service delivery. With a focus on creating healthy relationships and compliance with educational standards, the ideal candidate will have significant experience in a leadership role and a relevant diploma. Competitive perks include discounts on health insurance and fitness memberships.

Benefits

Discounted Health Insurance

Discounted Fitness and Wellbeing

Lucrative Employee Referral Program

Employee assistance program

Discounts for your children

Access to the Early Childhood Worker Retention Grant

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years’ experience working with children in a leadership position.
• Current and valid Working with Children Check.
• Clear and professional communication.

Responsibilities

• Develop and facilitate an engaging, child-centered program.
• Foster healthy relationships with children, the school, community, and parents.
• Lead a team of Educators onsite, including roster management.
• Manage the day-to-day operations of your service.
• Ensure quality and compliance in service delivery in line with the NQF.
• Grow attendance to support children and families.

Skills

Leadership

Child supervision

Communication

Education

Diploma in Early Childhood Education and Care

Job description

Partnering with parents and school communities, at Junior Adventures Group (JAG) our goal is to help today’s children navigate their tomorrow by supporting children's development through play in fun, engaging environments. We live and breathe our company values every day by being considerate, passionate, courageous, and making a difference.

Job Description

This Service Manager role is to oversee a large OSHC service in Harrison,with an existing team of Coordinator, Assistant Coordinator, and Educators, this service is designed for excellence. Licensed for over 180 children per day, this role offers an exciting opportunity to lead and grow a high-quality OSHC program.

In addition to paid admin hours every week, every term you will have opportunities for professional development and staff meetings.As a part of a national company, we have centralised teams to manage administrative tasks, allowing you to focus on providing exceptional experiences for children and leading your team

About the role:

Leading a team of Educators, you will manage a service in the hours before and after school for children aged 5-12 years. You'll have the support of a state-specific office, regular visits and mentorship from an experienced Regional Leader.The role is fulltime (38 hours per week), structured in block shifts to support work-life balance, with approximately 5.5 hours per week in direct ratio hours, along with responsibilities as an Educational Leader.

• Develop and facilitate an engaging, child-centered program.
• Foster healthy relationships with children, the school, community, and parents.
• Lead a team of Educators onsite, including roster management.
• Manage the day-to-day operations of your service.
• Ensure quality and compliance in service delivery in line with the NQF.
• Grow attendance to support children and families.

Who are we looking for?

• Minimum 2 years’ experience working with children in a leadership position or a similar role.
• Minimum Diploma in Early Childhood Education and Care
• Current and valid Working with Children Check, or state-required check.
• Clear and professional communication.

What's in it for you?

• Discounted Health Insurance– get a discount off your premium with Bupa.
• Discounted Fitness and Wellbeing– discounted gym membership at over 400 Gyms/Studios, up to 50% off fitness & wellbeing benefits through Wherefit.
• Lucrative Employee Referral Program– earn up to $750 for an employee referral via Care Friends.
• Employee assistance programfor your wellbeing.
• Discounts for your childrento attend our services.
• Extra Perks– Access to the Early Childhood Worker Retention Grant.

Additional Information

At Junior Adventures Group, child safety and child safeguarding principles are our top priorities. Our recruitment process includes thorough background checks and screenings to ensure the wellbeing of all children in our care.

We welcome individuals from all backgrounds, abilities, and identities, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people.