OSHC Service Co-Ordinator

Happy Haven OSHC is a South Australian-owned and operated company managing 48 OSHC services across the state. We are an Approved Provider with an expert team capable of running outstanding OSHC programs on school sites.

About the role:

As the Service Leader, you will oversee the OSHC service, ensuring high-quality care, engaging programs, and regulatory compliance. Your responsibilities include providing pedagogical leadership, mentoring educators, fostering community relationships, and building trust with families. Your leadership and commitment to excellence are key to the success of our OSHC service.

Services with vacancies:

Service Co-Ordinator Positions:

Pooraka

School Aged Care Co-Ordinator Positions:

Avenues College

Duties include:

• Oversee operational and administrative aspects
• Ensure compliance with Education and Care regulations, Happy Haven OSHC policies, and legislative requirements
• Maintain and exceed National Quality Standards
• Provide leadership and drive improvement
• Collaboratively develop and update the Quality Improvement Plan and Strategic Inclusion Plan
• Develop and implement guidance support plans
• Model and facilitate effective communication between staff
• Induct new employees and maintain confidentiality and privacy standards
• Manage budget and resources
• Manage documentation, medication, and Risk Minimisation and Communication Plans for children with health needs
• Develop and maintain service-specific risk assessments, supervision plans, and guidelines
• Ensure accurate prescribed information is displayed
• Liaise with school Advisory Committees and Governing Councils as appropriate, including school Principal, Business Manager, and Contract Manager
• Liaise with families and outside agencies, engaging positively in the school community
• Assist in staff recruitment in collaboration with head office teams
• Ensure service rosters meet legal ratios
• Provide a safe workplace meeting work health and safety standards, both physical and psychosocial

Requirements:

• Strong organisational and communication skills
• Previous managerial and leadership experience
• A can-do attitude and passion for child development
• Understanding of the National Quality Framework
• Diploma of Early Childhood Education and Care or a degree in Early Childhood from a recognised university
• Alternative qualifications recognised by ACECQA as Qualified in South Australia
• Willingness to accept the role of Nominated Supervisor under the Education and Care Services National Law
• Hold or be willing to obtain a valid Working with Children Check
• Hold or be willing to obtain a valid National Police Check
• Hold or be willing to obtain RRHAN-EC certificate
• First aid training (HLTAID004 or HLTAID012)
• CPR training (HLTAID001 or HLTAID009)

Why Happy Haven OSHC?

At Happy Haven OSHC, our values—Continuous Improvement, Community Mindedness, Resilience, Trust, and Respect—shape our culture. We aim to create a positive, community-focused workplace built on mutual respect and trust.

You will receive support from your line manager and head office teams, including guidance from our Professional Development team, ensuring your success.

We are committed to making a positive impact and delivering exceptional OSHC programs in a collaborative team environment.

If interested, apply today and tell us more about yourself.

*Note: The application may close early if a suitable candidate is found. Early submissions are encouraged.

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Your application will include the following questions:

• Which statement best describes your right to work in Australia?
• How many years' experience do you have as a service coordinator?
• Do you have a current Working With Children (WWC) Check?
• Do you have professional child care experience?
• Have you worked in a role requiring knowledge of the National Quality Framework?

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