OSHC & Vacation Care Director

Xavier College; Riverlea Park; Hybrid; AUD 110,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

Xavier College is seeking an experienced OSHC & Vacation Care Director for the Riverlea Park Campus. The founding staff member will lead the service from January 2027, overseeing programs, staffing, enrolments, budgets, and compliance across 37.5 hours per week during 48 weeks of the school year.

The role requires ACECQA-approved qualifications, strong leadership and stakeholder engagement, and a commitment to safe, inclusive environments for children.

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• 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.

Skills

Leadership

Mentoring

Team management

Stakeholder engagement

Budgeting

Child safety

Regulatory compliance

Communication

Problem solving

ICT literacy

Education

ACECQA-approved qualification

Job description

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 requirementsExperience 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/

Catholic Education South Australia is committed to ensuring the safety, wellbeing and dignity of all children and young people. Screening requirements apply.