Job Description

We're looking for someone with a passion for making time with kids awesome!

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Active OOSH (Out of School Hours) is not your average OOSH provider! We're all about movement, connection and community. We are dedicated and focused on providing high-quality care and education to primary school-aged children in a fun, safe and active environment.

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We are seeking a Coordinator for our service in the Tweed area. If you love interacting with children aged 5-12 years, working with a team, and making an impact in the community, we want to hear from you!

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The positions will report to our locally-based Area Manager and will focus on delivering a safe, inclusive and engaging environment for children in its care, while fostering positive relationships with parents, caregivers, the school community and regulatory bodies.

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The position includes -

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- Before School Care hours from 6.30am-9am;
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- After School Care hours from 2.30pm-6.30pm;
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- Plus 2.5 hours Administration time each week during the school term; and
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- Various 7.6 hour shifts between 7am-6pm during the school holidays.
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Key responsibilities

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- Lead the day-to-day operations of the service, ensuring compliance with relevant national standards;
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- Ensure the safety, wellbeing and engagement of children at all times through effective supervision and risk management practices;
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- Oversee service programming and activities to align with children's interests and developmental needs, including children with additional needs;
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- Oversee the completion of daily checklists, records and other administrative tasks to ensure that policies and processes are adhered to;
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- Provide leadership, supervision and support to Educators, including rostering, training, mentoring, and leading fortnightly team meetings to foster a positive workplace culture;
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- Build strong relationships with parents, caregivers and the broader school community,



and respond to queries in a timely and professional manner;
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- Be an active promoter of AO, upcoming programs and vacation care to families.
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Key skills and attributes

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- Experience working with children and/or an ability to interact with, and build a strong rapport with children;
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- Leadership skills and the ability to manage a small team effectively;
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- A friendly, positive and solutions-focused approach;
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- Good observation skills and an awareness of surroundings;
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- Good organisational skills with the ability to juggle multiple responsibilities;
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- Good communication skills and the ability to liaise effectively with various stakeholders;
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- Sound knowledge of the National Quality Framework (My Time, Our Place), and other relevant legislation and regulations.
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Qualifications / Certificates

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- A current Working With Children Check is required, or be willing to obtain;
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- Qualifications in Child Care First Aid, CPR and Child Protection would be advantageous, or be willing to obtain;
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- An understanding of the National Quality Framework and other relevant legislation and regulations would be advantageous, or be willing to learn;
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- Whilst experience in the education or childcare sector is beneficial, we are open to candidates who might be looking for a career change and looking to take on a new challenge!
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The successful candidate will be required to complete a National Police Check.

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Please note, we will be interviewing suitable candidates as applications are received.

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Benefits

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- A package of over $90,000 (including Super) is being offered for the position.
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- We also offer adaptable work hours, great rates, and a supportive work environment!
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- Fun, dynamic team culture where creativity is encouraged.
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- Work-life balance—enjoy varying hours!
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- Support from an Area Manager + dedicated head office team.
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- Career progression opportunities in a growing organisation & industry.
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- A regional team of 200+ staff & Educators enriching the lives of children.
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📌 Coordinator (Tweed Region) (Tweed Heads)
🏢 Active OOSH
📍 Tweed Heads