OSHC & Vacation Care Director

Xavier College; Buckland Park; Presencial; AUD 110 000 - 150 000; Tempo integral

Resumo da oferta

Xavier College, Riverlea Park Campus, is seeking an experienced OSHC & Vacation Care Director to shape the culture, programs and operations from the ground up. Commencing January 2027, this permanent full-time role offers 37.5 hours per week over 48 weeks.

You will lead and mentor a high-performing team, oversee child-centred programs, manage staffing, enrolments, budgets and compliance, and build strong partnerships with families and the community.

Qualificações

• ACECQA-approved qualification or equivalent
• Experience leading OSHC, Vacation Care or education settings
• Ability to inspire, mentor and develop staff
• Strong leadership, organisational and operational management
• Knowledge of legislative, regulatory and child safety requirements
• Experience managing service administration, budgets and resources
• Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement
• Ability to build positive relationships with children, families and staff
• Commitment to high-quality, inclusive outcomes for children
• Proficiency with relevant computer systems

Responsabilidades

• Provide leadership and strategic direction for the OSHC and Vacation Care service
• Lead, mentor and develop a high-performing team of educators
• Oversee the delivery of engaging, child-centred programs that promote children's learning and wellbeing
• Manage service operations, including staffing, enrolments, budgets and administration
• Ensure compliance with all legislative, regulatory and child safety requirements
• Build strong partnerships with children, families, staff and the wider community
• Champion continuous improvement and service excellence
• Support the establishment and growth of the Riverlea Park OSHC and Vacation Care service

Conhecimentos

Leadership

Mentor staff

Stakeholder engagement

Budgeting & admin

Legislation & compliance

Child safety

Team management

Communication

Community relationships

Catholic ethos

Formação académica

ACECQA qualification

Descrição da oferta de emprego

Position Type: Out of School Hours Care | Employment Status: Permanent/Ongoing | Classification Level: ESO5

Xavier College is seeking a an experienced and passionate OSHC & Vacation Care Director to join our Riverlea Park (R-6) Campus as a founding staff member. This is a unique opportunity to join the service and play a key role in shaping the culture, programs, systems and future direction of OSHC and Vacation Care from the ground up.

Commencing January 2027, this permanent, full-time position is offered across 48 weeks of the school year, working 37.5 hours per week (as per fortnightly roster).

As the OSHC & Vacation Care Director, you will:

Provide leadership and strategic direction for the OSHC and Vacation Care service

Lead, mentor and develop a high-performing team of educators

Oversee the delivery of engaging, child-centred programs that promote children's learning and wellbeing

Manage service operations, including staffing, enrolments, budgets and administration

Ensure compliance with all legislative, regulatory and child safety requirements

Build strong partnerships with children, families, staff and the wider community

Champion continuous improvement and service excellence

Support the establishment and growth of the Riverlea Park OSHC and Vacation Care service

For a complete list of key responsibilities, please view the Position Information Document.

About You

The successful candidate will be an experienced and highly organised leader with demonstrated experience in an OSHC, Vacation Care or education and care setting. They will possess strong leadership, administrative and organisational skills, along with a sound understanding of relevant legislative, regulatory and child safety requirements. They will demonstrate the ability to effectively lead and support staff, build positive relationships with children and families, and manage the day-to-day operations of a quality service. Strong communication, problem-solving and time management skills, together with a commitment to providing safe, inclusive and engaging environments for children, will be essential to success in this role.

What You Need to Be Successful

• RelevantACECQA-approved qualification (or equivalent) appropriate to the position
• Experience leading teams within an OSHC, Vacation Care or education and care setting
• Demonstrated ability to inspire, mentor and develop staff
• Strong leadership, organisational and operational management skills
• Sound knowledge of legislative, regulatory, child safety and compliance requirements
• Experience managing service administration, budgets and resources
• Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement skills
• Ability to build positive relationships with children, families, staff and the wider community
• Commitment to high-quality, inclusive outcomes for children
• Proficiency in relevant computer systems and applications
• Commitment to supporting the Catholic ethos and values of Xavier College

Why Join Us?

At Xavier College, we are more than a workplace; we are a community. You will play a pivotal role in supporting teaching staff to ensure the success of our students. You will have the opportunity to make a meaningful impact, fostering a culture of growth, collaboration, and academic development. Join us and be part of a workplace that values your contribution and empowers your career journey.

https://www.xavier.catholic.edu.au/about/values-vision/

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