Qualified Team Leader – St Peter & Paul OSHC Program

Community Services #1; Canberra; On-site; AUD 32,000 - 38,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Part-time role: 25 hours per week

Salary packaging

Development opportunities

Values-driven workplace

Job summary

Community Services #1 (CS#1) is seeking a dedicated Qualified Team Leader to join our OSHC program in Garran on a part-time basis. This role focuses on building strong connections with children, families and staff to support development in a safe, engaging environment.

You’ll lead day-to-day room operations, mentor team members, plan and document observations for program planning, and ensure compliance with child protection and health and safety requirements. Apply via our careers page.

Qualifications

• Diploma of Early Childhood Education and Care or ACECQA-approved equivalent qualification.
• Knowledge of Education and Care Services National Law and Regulations and National Quality Framework.

Responsibilities

• Lead and be accountable for day-to-day room operations, provide direction and mentoring for team members on running program activities, supervising, and interacting with children.
• Plan, document and maintain records of observation for each child's development and program planning.
• Create and maintain a safe, inclusive and engaging environment with active supervision and compliance with health and safety requirements.

Skills

Team leadership

Mentoring

Child development

Observation & documentation

Education

Diploma of Early Childhood Education and Care

ACECQA-approved equivalent qualification

Job description

Community Services #1 (CS#1) is seeking dedicated and enthusiastic Qualified Team Leader to join our Out of School Hours Care (OSHC) program at Garran (Part-Time).

About the role:

As a Qualified Team Leader, you’ll build strong connections with children, families, colleagues, and the community to support children’s development in a safe and engaging environment that encourages learning, play, and social interaction.

Key responsibilities include:

Lead and be accountable for the day-to-day room operations and provide direction and mentoring for team members on running program activities, supervising, and interacting with children and applying their daily care routines.

Plan, document and maintain records of observation for individual children for program planning and assessment of each child's short- and long-term development needs.

Create and maintain a safe, inclusive and engaging environment, ensuring active supervision, child wellbeing, and compliance with child protection, health and safety requirements.

For a copy of the position description, please visit our website: communityservices1.org/careers/

About you:

ACECQA-approved qualification relevant to Out of School Hours Care (minimum Diploma of Early Childhood Education and Care or other ACECQA-approved equivalent qualification).

Sound knowledge of the Education and Care Services National Law and Regulations and the National Quality Framework.

What we offer:

Part-time role (25 hours per week). This role may be expected to work split shifts (morning and afternoon) when required. Remuneration aligned to Children Services Award Level 6 plus super and salary packaging. Supportive leadership, development opportunities and a values-driven workplace.

Requirements:

Current driver’s licence and ability to obtain/maintain required pre-employment checks and certifications (including National Police Check, Working with Vulnerable Cards and First Aid), plus mandatory training as required.

About us:

Community Services #1 is a not-for-profit supporting people and families across the ACT and surrounding NSW. We deliver practical, person-centred services that strengthen community wellbeing and belonging.

Diversity & Inclusion:

We welcome applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, people with disability, culturally and linguistically diverse communities, and LGBTQIA+ individuals. Workplace adjustments are available.

Contact People & Culture on 6126 4717 or email**************@communityservices1.org