TeamKids - OSHC / Childcare - Coordinator (Director of Service)

Kids Capers OOSH; Melbourne; Hybrid; AUD 125,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

A child care service provider in Melbourne is looking for a Coordinator (Director of Service) to lead and manage an engaging program for children. This role involves building relationships with schools, overseeing compliance, and fostering a team of educators. The ideal candidate will have a passion for teaching and a relevant qualification. Flexible working hours are available, including opportunities to work from home.

Benefits

ECEC Grant: Extra 10%

Set admin hours

Access to development programs

Staff Discounts up to 95%

Employee Assistance Program support

Career progression opportunities

Referral program with bonuses

Qualifications

• Natural leader with a passion for teaching children.
• Thrives in a fast-paced environment.
• Confident communicator with students, parents, and team members.

Responsibilities

• Lead a team to create a safe and engaging program for children.
• Build relationships with schools and the community.
• Manage service compliance and documentation.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Problem-solving

Creativity

Education

Relevant Diploma qualification as per ACECQA standards

Job description

Overview

TeamKids - OSHC / Childcare - Coordinator (Director of Service)

At TeamKids, we're not just an OSHC provider. Owned and run by teachers, we are a team of passionate educators dedicated to enriching children's lives

Job Description

This permanent, full-time opportunity offers flexibility to work from home for your admin hours between service times. You'll be supported every step of the way by a Mentor and Regional Manager, ensuring you have everything you need to thrive in your role.

Service Location: Wollert, VIC 3750 Dedicated space

Responsibilities

• Lead a team to create a safe, fun, and compliant programme, plan engaging activities, supervise children, and build strong relationships with the school and community while managing the service.
• Build a fantastic relationship with your school and be an active member within the school and local community.
• Provide creative freedom to plan and deliver enriching experiences every day.
• Foster genuine relationships with children and their families.
• Lead and roster a passionate team of educators.
• Manage service compliance and medical documentation.

The Successful Candidate

• You're a natural leader with a passion for teaching children.
• Thrives in a fast-paced environment and remains enthusiastic.
• Confident communicator with children, parents, team members, and school principals.
• Strong problem-solving skills and a can-do attitude.
• Passionate about creating enriching experiences for primary-aged children.
• Energetic, enthusiastic, and loves to have fun.
• Relevant Diploma qualification (equivalent or working towards it) as per ACECQA standards.

Perks

• We’re approved for the ECEC Grant: Get an extra 10% with us.
• Flexibility: Set admin hours your way – work from home or spread across one to five days.
• Development Opportunities: Access structured training programs, professional development days, and mentorship from our Operations team.
• Staff Discounts: Enjoy up to 95% discount on enrolment fees at any TK service.
• Wellbeing: Employee Assistance Program support.
• Career Progression: With a 60% internal promotion rate, your next big career move could be just around the corner.
• Employee Referral Program: Earn up to $500 for referring a friend.

Other Information

We’re approved for the Early Childhood Education & Care Retention Payment. Final salary is confirmed during offer, aligned to our internal salary bands and the Children’s Services Award.

The safety and well-being of children is our highest priority. As part of our recruitment process, we carry out thorough background checks, reference checks, and screening to ensure all potential employees are committed to safeguarding children and have no history of behaviour that could compromise their safety.

We are proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity employer, and we are committed to ensuring the safety of all children in our care. This means at TeamKids we are passionate about equality and diversity, we value every individual, we passionately protect and ensure every child’s safety, and are always seeking to be better and do better than yesterday.