School Holiday Program Educator - Metro

The Y Australia; Melbourne; Hybrid; AUD 46,000 - 66,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free gym access

Discounts for children

Dual staffing policy

Supportive management

Split shift allowance

Flexible rostering

Career development

Health insurance savings

Cinema ticket discounts

Job summary

YMCA Victoria is looking for casual OSHC Educators to support our Before and After School Care and School Holiday Programs in the Melbourne metro region, including Ashburton and Boroondara areas. Roles are casual with holidays varying across 6:30am–6:30pm between 4 January and 22 January.

The hourly rate starts at $40.59 per hour, plus ECEC retention payment and superannuation. You will be part of a supportive team facilitating engaging activities for children and families.

Qualifications

• You’ll need ACECQA-approved qualification or be enrolled soon.
• You’ll need a First Aid in Education & Care Setting certificate (or willing to obtain).
• Mandatory Reporting & Other obligations in Early Childhood.
• National child safety training – Foundation training.

Responsibilities

• Empower and engage children in OSHC sessions and school holiday programs.
• Work with OSHC team and Coordinator to support families and the school community.
• Facilitate Before/After School Care sessions and holiday programs.
• Build positive relationships with children, families and staff.

Skills

OSHC Educator

First Aid

Child safety

Team collaboration

Education

ACECQA-approved qualification

First Aid in Education & Care

Victorian Working with Children Check

Job description

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

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.