School Holiday Program Educator - Bendigo

YMCA Children's Programs; Greater Bendigo; On-site; AUD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Gym and aquatics facilities access

Discounts for dependents to attend OSH

Dual staffing policy with Coordinator

Supportive management on the floor

Split shift allowance

Flexible rostering

Career development opportunities

Virtual Y access

Job summary

YMCA Victoria in Bendigo is seeking casual Educators for Before and After School Care and School Holiday Programs. Roles involve 7am–6pm shifts during holidays, with pay starting at $40 per hour plus 12% super and retention payments.

You’ll work with an OSHC team to create engaging experiences for children, under supervision of an experienced Coordinator. Applicants should have ACECQA qualifications or be pursuing them, First Aid in Education & Care, and Victorian Working with Children Check.

Qualifications

• Commitment to safety and well-being of children.
• Ability to engage and support school-age children.
• Compliance with ACECQA and OSHC standards.

Responsibilities

• Deliver engaging OSHC activities across before/after school sessions.
• Support School Holiday programs across 7am–6pm.
• Collaborate with Coordinator and OSHC team.
• Ensure safety and safeguarding of children.

Skills

Empathy for children

Teamwork

Education

ACECQA-approved qualification

First Aid in an Education & Care Setting

Working with Children Check (Victoria)

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 Bendigo. This is a casual position, with School Holiday shifts varying across 7am - 6pm.

School Holiday programs will run between the 20th of December - 23rd of December & 4th of January - 27th of January.

The hourly rate for the position is between $40 p/hour onwards (depending on your qualification & experience) + ECEC retention payment + 12% 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, including Peter Krenz Leisure Centre
• 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
• Free access to the Virtual Y - online health and wellness

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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