OSHC Centre Manager

Big Childcare; High Wycombe; On-site; GBP 19,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

A family-owned childcare provider in High Wycombe is seeking an experienced OSHC Centre Manager to lead daily operations at their service. The ideal candidate is passionate about caring for children, with leadership experience in OSHC or Early Childhood settings. Responsibilities include managing programs, maintaining compliance, and building community relationships. The role offers above-award pay and opportunities for career growth in a supportive environment.

Benefits

Above-award pay

End-of-year staff celebration

Opportunities for career growth

Qualifications

• Valid WA Working With Children Check required.
• National Criminal History Clearance Certificate must be valid within the last 6 months.
• Must have completed Mandatory Child Protection Training.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage daily operations of an OSHC service.
• Plan and deliver engaging, age-appropriate programs.
• Build positive relationships with families and the community.

Skills

Leadership experience in OSHC or Early Childhood settings

Strong communication skills

Organisational skills

Education

Diploma of Early Childhood Education and Care

Tools

First Aid, CPR, Asthma & Anaphylaxis Certificate

Food Safety Certificate

Job description

OSHC Centre Manager Role - High Wycombe Primary School

Big Childcare is a family-owned OSHC provider with a strong reputation across Australia for our quality care and enriching programs. We're passionate about creating engaging, safe and fun environments where children can thrive outside of school hours and we pride ourselves on putting children, families and our team at the heart of everything we do.

We’re currently seeking an experienced and motivated Outside School Hours Care (OSHC) Centre Manager to lead our vibrant service at High Wycombe Primary School.

About the Role

As a Centre Manager, you'll lead the daily operations of your OSHC service, support a team of passionate educators, create meaningful programs, build strong community relationships and ensure quality care before school, after school, and during holidays.

You'll work across split shifts Monday to Friday:
Before School Care: 6.30 am to 8.30 am
After School Care: 3.00 pm to 6.00 pm
Total hours per week: 38 (including admin time)

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and manage the daily operations of an OSHC service.
• Plan and deliver engaging, age‑appropriate programs.
• Build positive relationships with families, schools and the wider community.
• Ensure compliance with NQF, regulatory requirements and internal policies.
• Manage enrolments, staffing rosters, budgets and service administration.

About You

You're a confident and capable leader with a genuine passion for working with children and supporting your team. You thrive in dynamic environments and bring energy, professionalism and care to everything you do.

• A valid WA Working With Children Check.
• A National Criminal History Clearance Certificate (issued from the Dept of Education) valid within the last 6 months (or willingness to obtain).
• Diploma of Early Childhood Education and Care.
• Mandatory Child Protection Training Certificate.
• First Aid, CPR, Asthma & Anaphylaxis Certificate.
• Food Safety Certificate.
• Rights to work in Australia.
• Leadership experience in OSHC or Early Childhood settings.
• Knowledge of NQF & “My Time, Our Place” framework.
• Strong communication & organisational skills.

What We Offer

• Above‑award pay + ECEC Wage Retention + super.
• End‑of‑year staff celebration.
• Supportive Area Managers & Head Office with a high retention rate in the role.
• Opportunities for genuine career growth and development.

Apply Today!

We have a BIG opportunity waiting for the right person at Big Childcare, so what are you waiting for?
Apply now with your resume and cover letter, we’d love to hear from you.
e‑mail your CV to **@bigchildcare.com

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