Educator - Outside School Hours Care (Oshc) Program

Introduction:
About the Educator – Outside School Hours Care (OHSC)

CRCS is seeking enthusiastic and energetic professionals to join the Outside School Hours Care (OSHC) team based across Charnwood and Florey!

We have multiple casual positions, and the details are provided below:

3 Casual Educators (minimum Certificate level qualification in any related areas including Youth Work, Leisure and Health, Education Support etc.) working morning and/or afternoon shifts between Monday to Friday.

We are seeking individuals with diverse life experiences in sports, art, music, drama, craft, coaching, or teaching to enrich the children's learning experiences. In addition to Before and After School Care roster, there are also opportunities for shifts during School Holiday programs across Charnwood and Florey areas and opportunity to work in our Early Childhood Centres if eligibility criteria are met for roles based in the Centres.

Main duties and responsibilities include:
Plan and deliver age-appropriate activities for children.
Ensure the safety and well-being of all children in your care.
Build positive relationships with children, parents, and staff.
Support the development and implementation of the program's educational goals.
Maintain a clean and organized environment.

To be successful in this role you will need to have:
The successful candidate will possess excellent people skills, high energy levels, and a patient demeanor. Your passion for delivering high-quality play-based care will bring satisfaction as you assist children in mastering new skills, ensuring they enjoy their time and actively participate in activities. Whether you have experience in OSHC, teaching, coaching, or are currently studying in related fields, we wholeheartedly welcome you.

Desirable qualification and experience:
Certificate III or studying towards a Diploma in Children Services or a primary/early childhood education qualification is desirable.
Food Safety, Handling, and Hygiene training.

We are a supportive and inclusive workplace with excellent conditions, including:

• Commitment to supporting your professional development.
• Access to our Employee Assistance Program.

Diversity

We encourage applications from all backgrounds. These include, but are not limited to:

• Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people
• LGBTIQ+
• Those from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds
• Carers
• Mature age people
• People with lived experience of disability

The organisation

Capital Region Community Services (CRCS) provides a wide range of high quality, integrated and inclusive programs and services to individuals, families, children and young people in the Belconnen and wider Capital Region. CRCS works with community members, local organisations and businesses to develop responsive programs, services and activities that support self-determination and reduce social isolation. Strong relationships with government and other community services enhance CRCS’s capacity to achieve our vision of an inclusive, connected community.

To apply

Please click the apply button and submit your resume and a one page cover letter detailing why you are the right candidate we are looking for. We would love to hear from you!

For further information about this exciting role, please contact Qin Bao, via qin.bao@crcs.com.au email.

Kindly note that applications received via email will not be considered. All applicants will need to submit through the link provided through the Apply icon here.

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Educator