Job Description

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SA Early Childhood Education Permanent(Full Time)

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McArthur is partnering with Flagstaff Hill Primary School recruiting for an experienced and knowledgeable OSHC Director.

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- Lead with Purpose - Make a difference in your OSHC community
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- Inspire Your Team - Mentor and develop educators
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- Drive Quality - Lead high-quality care, programs and compliance
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About the Rolen

This thriving 120-place OSHC service is a highly regarded part of the local community, ideally located in the leafy suburbs just 18kms from Adelaide CBD. This is an exciting opportunity to lead a well-established service that is committed to providing high-quality education and care in a safe, inclusive, and engaging environment where every child is valued and supported to thrive.

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Guided by a philosophy that values children's voices, meaningful play experiences, strong family partnerships, and a collaborative community, the service is dedicated to delivering exceptional outcomes for children and families.

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As Centre Director, you will be accountable to the Flagstaff Hill Primary School Governing Council through the Principal while providing strategic and operational leadership and overseeing the day-to-day management of the service while fostering a positive and supportive team culture. You will lead the implementation of the Quality Improvement Plan (QIP), ensure compliance with the National Quality Framework, mentor and develop educators.

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The successful candidate will be an inspiring leader with proven people management experience, strong operational and financial management skills, sound knowledge of the Child Care Subsidy (CCS), and a genuine commitment to quality improvement and achieving the best outcomes for children, families, and educators.

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An excellent remuneration package is on offer for the successful candidate, together with the opportunity to lead a respected community-based service and make a lasting impact.

Key Responsibilitiesn

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- Deliver robust, values-led leadership to educators and support staff
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- Oversee day-to-day operations, compliance, and governance in line with the National Quality Framework
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- Drive continuous improvement and quality outcomes across all seven quality areas
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- Foster positive relationships with children, families, and the surrounding community
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- Lead and support educational practice aligned with MTOP guidelines
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- Manage staffing, budgets, and operational planning constraints
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- Promote a positive, collaborative, and supportive workplace culture that prioritises staff wellbeing
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- Ensure all children have access to high- quality programming, focusing on play-based learning that is engaging and educational
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- Lead and support ongoing professional learning and development for all educators and staff
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Essential Qualifications / Compliancen n
- Advanced Diploma or Diploma in OSHC or Children's Services or relevant Degree or Early Childhood Education Qualification (or ACECQA-approved equivalent)
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- Working with children (WWC) Check
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- First Aid Certificate (HLTAID012 - Provide First Aid in an Education and Care Setting)
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- CPR Certificate
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- Foundations of Child Safety training
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- RRHAN-EC (Responding to Risks of Harm, Abuse and Neglect - Education and Care) Certificate or Child Safe Environments Certificate
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- Strong understanding of MTOP, NQS, NQF and early childhood pedagogical practice
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- Excellent written and verbal communication and relationship-building skills
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- Sound observation and reporting skills
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- Strong technology skills, including experience with MYOB or other accounting platforms and proficiency in Outlook, Excel, Word
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- Proven experience as a Centre Director or a senior leadership role
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- Commitment to inclusive practice, child safety, and community engagement
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- Robust knowledge in business and financial acumen including payroll processing
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- Ability to develop and uphold external stakeholder relationships
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Applicants must hold permanent Australian working rights or permanent residency.

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📌 OSHC Director (South Australia)
🏢 Wellington Shire Council
📍 South Australia