School Holiday Program Educator - Metro

YMCA Children's Programs; Melbourne; On-site; AUD 46,000 - 66,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Gym access

Child discounts

Dual staffing policy

Mentoring by Coordinators

Split shift allowance

Flexible rostering

Career development

Health insurance savings

Cinema tickets

Workplace banking benefits

Job summary

YMCA Victoria invites applications for Casual Educators to support OSHC sessions at Ashburton Pool & Recreation Centre and Boroondara Sports Complex in Melbourne. The role covers Before and After School Care and School Holiday programs with shifts from 6:30am to 6:30pm during school holidays (4–22 January).

You will deliver engaging activities for children, work with a Coordinator, and collaborate with families and school communities to ensure a safe, positive program experience.

Qualifications

• ACEQCA-approved qualification required or pursued.
• First Aid in an Education & Care Setting certificate or equivalent.
• Victorian Working with Children’s Check required.
• Mandatory reporting training (Protecting Children) and Foundation training.
• National child safety training completed or in progress.

Responsibilities

• Facilitate Before and After School Care sessions and School Holiday programs.
• Engage with and support children, families and the school community.
• Work with OSHC team and a Coordinator to deliver quality care.
• Assist with program setup, rostering and safety procedures.

Skills

teamwork

communication

customer service

Education

ACECQA-approved qualification

First Aid in Education & Care Setting

Working with Children Check (Victorian)

Mandatory Reporting & Foundation Training

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 our Metro region - Ashburton Pool & Recreation Centre and Boroondara Sports Complex. This is a casual position, and the school holidays vary across 6:30am – 6:30pm from 4th of January – 22nd of January.

The hourly rate for the position is between $40.59 p/hour onwards (depending on your qualification & experience) + ECEC retention payment + 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 Ashburton Pool and Recreation Centre and Boroondara Sports Complex.
• 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
• Savings on health insurance, discounted cinema tickets & access to workplace banking benefits

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 5,000 staff 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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