About Sydney Catholic Early Childhood Services (SCECS)

Sydney Catholic Early Childhood Services (SCECS) is a not-for-profit organisationdedicated to supporting children and families within our Catholic schools and parishes. SCECS delivers high-quality education and care while fostering strong connections within the Catholic community. By joining SCECS, you become part of a purpose-driven organisation committed to making a positive impact.

Sydney Catholic Early Childhood Services currently operates Outside School Hours Care services in Catholic schools across the Sydney metropolitan area. The number of OSHC services operated by SCECS is expanding and we now require a new energetic person with OSHC industry experience to lead and develop a variety of services.

The Regional Operations Officers (ROO) will work closely with centre staff, supporting them with their Quality Improvement Plans and the associated practices required to offer a high-quality OSHC service for all children and their families.

Responsibilities:

The Regional Operations Officer will report to the SCECS Operations Manager and be responsible for

- The induction of new Service Coordinators and Educators.
- Mentor and work closely with service Coordinators as they develop the educational and care programs.
- Maintain a close relationship with Parish/ School leaders, providing regular communication on the day-to-day operations of the service and seeking feedback.
- Step in as a floating ratio when required.
- Services to support will be but not limited to Eastern & Inner West Suburbs




- Work with SCECS management to ensure the safe and effective operationsof our OSHC services.
- Guide centre Coordinators in preparation for Assessment and Rating visits.
- Evaluate services to ensure compliance with Regulations , NationalQuality Frame Work and Child Safety Standards.
- Conduct interviews for Coordinators and Educators

Skills and Experience:

- Management and leadership experience in the OSHC/Early Childhood service environment.
- 3-5 years leadership experience in the OSHC and Early Childhood service environment.
- Developed expertise in childcare and guide educators to deliver education and leisure programs.
- Highly developed interpersonal skills and capacity to engage with stakeholders.
- Current knowledge of Laws, Regulations, NQS & Child Safe Standards that apply to OSHC.
- Lead and mentor others to deliver high quality services.
- Current knowledge of the National Quality Framework (Laws, Regulations and Standards) for out-of-school care.
- Hold relevant qualifications such as Diploma in Childcare
- Hold a current Driver's Licence and own a car.
- Completed the mandatory national child safety training via GECCKO.Register GECCKO
- A valid Working with Children Check

Qualifications:

Essential: Diploma in Early Childhood

Desirable: Early Childhood Teaching Degree

Ready to make a difference?

Working with Children Clearance:

This role is classified as child-related work and therefore we require a working with children clearance to be completed before your commencement with us.

Visa sponsorship is not available for this position. All applicants require current and valid working rights in Australia.

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📌 Regional Operations Officer - OSHC (Inner West Council)
🏢 Sydney Catholic Early Childhood Services
📍 Inner West Council