Service Leader | Our Patch Braeview School

Our patch; Adelaide; On-site; AUD 75,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Our Patch Braeview School is seeking a Service Leader to lead and support a team of educators on the floor, coaching and guiding day-to-day operations across Before School Care, After School Care and Vacation Care. You will create a safe, inclusive environment, build strong relationships with children and families, and oversee program planning and implementation, compliance and quality practices.

This full-time leadership role offers career progression, professional development, and the chance

Qualifications

• Diploma in School Age Education and Care, Early Childhood Education and Care, or ACECQA-approved equivalent qualification.
• Experience leading, mentoring or supporting educators within an OSHC, Early Childhood or education setting.
• Strong understanding of the National Quality Framework.
• Current Blue Card (Working with Children Check).
• Current First Aid, CPR, Asthma and Anaphylaxis qualifications (or willingness to obtain).
• Genuine commitment to child safety and wellbeing.
• Strong communication and relationship-building skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead and support a team of educators through coaching, mentoring and day-to-day guidance
• Create a safe, welcoming and inclusive environment for children
• Build positive relationships with children, families, colleagues and the school community
• Support the planning and delivery of engaging, play-based programs
• Oversee daily operations, compliance and quality practices
• Champion child safety and wellbeing in everything you do
• Foster a positive team culture where educators feel valued and supported

Skills

Leadership

Mentoring

Child safety

Communication

Team coaching

Education

Diploma in School Age Education and Care

ACECQA-approved equivalent qualification

Blue Card / Working with Children Check

First Aid / CPR / Asthma / Anaphylaxis qualifications

Job description

Service Leader | Our Patch Braeview School

Ready to take the next step into leadership?

At School Plus, we're looking for a passionate Service Leader to join our team at Braeview School.

This is a full-time, on-the-floor leadership role with 10 hours of dedicated admin time each week, ideal for someone who enjoys working directly with children while leading and supporting a team of educators.

Working across Before School Care, After School Care and Vacation Care programs, you'll play a key role in creating a safe, engaging and inclusive environment where children can learn, grow and belong.

About the Role

• Lead and support a team of educators through coaching, mentoring and day-to-day guidance
• Create a safe, welcoming and inclusive environment for children
• Build positive relationships with children, families, colleagues and the school community
• Support the planning and delivery of engaging, play-based programs
• Oversee daily operations, compliance and quality practices
• Champion child safety and wellbeing in everything you do
• Foster a positive team culture where educators feel valued and supported

Why Join School Plus?

• Full-time leadership opportunity
• Lead from the floor and make a direct impact on children's experiences every day
• Competitive salary based on qualifications and experience
• Professional development and leadership support
• Genuine career progression opportunities across the School Plus network
• Opportunities to work across multiple services and broaden your experience
• Staff discounts on School Plus programs
• A supportive Area Manager and leadership team committed to your success

About School Plus

At School Plus, we're guided by our G.R.O.W. values: Grounded, Relationships, Ownership and Wonder.

These aren't just words on a wall. They shape how we work with children, support our teams and create positive experiences every day.

We believe great programs start with great people, which is why we invest in our educators and leaders, creating environments where children, families and teams can thrive.

About You

We're looking for someone who is passionate about leading people and creating positive experiences for children.

You’ll have:

• A Diploma in School Age Education and Care, Early Childhood Education and Care, or an ACECQA-approved equivalent qualification
• Experience leading, mentoring or supporting educators within an OSHC, Early Childhood or education setting
• A strong understanding of the National Quality Framework
• A current Blue Card (Working with Children Check)
• Current First Aid, CPR, Asthma and Anaphylaxis qualifications (or willingness to obtain)
• A genuine commitment to child safety and wellbeing
• Strong communication and relationship-building skills

Ready to Make Your Mark?

Lead with purpose. Inspire your team. Help children thrive.

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Education, Training & Professional Development 101-1,000 employees

Our Patch Group is a values-based OSHC provider operating across QLD, VIC and SA, with services supporting around 5,200 children each week through Our Patch and School Plus.

Since 2014, we’ve been creating OSHC communities where children feel a genuine sense of wonder as they learn, play and grow. We believe great educators create great experiences for children, giving families peace of mind and earning the confidence of our school communities.

Our mission is simple: to create a patch for every child to grow.