Join the MOPS community and make a difference beyond the school day!

Memorial Oval Primary School (MOPS) is seeking a caring, confident and motivated Responsible Person to support our Outside School Hours Care (OSHC) service in Whyalla, South Australia.

This is an exciting opportunity for someone who is passionate about children's wellbeing, enjoys working collaboratively and has the leadership skills to help create a safe, inclusive and engaging environment for children outside the classroom.

About the role

As our OSHC Responsible Person, you will play an important role in overseeing the day-to-day operation of the service, supporting educators and ensuring children have a positive and enjoyable experience. You will help create an environment where children feel safe, connected and valued, with opportunities to build friendships, explore their interests and participate in engaging activities.

Working closely with the OSHC team and school leadership, you will contribute to a high-quality service that reflects the values of our school community.

Key responsibilities include:

- Supporting the effective daily operation of the OSHC service.

- Promoting children's safety, wellbeing, inclusion and sense of belonging.

- Supporting and guiding educators to deliver engaging, age-appropriate activities.

- Maintaining appropriate supervision and responding confidently to incidents and emerging situations.

- Building positive relationships with children, families, colleagues and the wider school community.

- Supporting compliance with relevant legislation, regulations, policies and procedures.

- Helping maintain a welcoming, protected and organised environment.

- Communicating effectively with school leadership and the OSHC team.





About you

You are a positive, reliable and proactive team member who can take initiative, exercise sound judgement and build strong relationships. You understand the importance of child safety and enjoy helping children feel welcome, supported and engaged.

You will bring

- Strong leadership, communication and teamwork skills.

- A genuine commitment to children's wellbeing and development.

- Confidence in supporting educators and managing day-to-day situations.

- Initiative, flexibility and a practical, solutions-focused approach.

- A commitment to creating a safe, inclusive and positive environment for every child.

Essential requirements

- An ACECQA-approved diploma or degree relevant to the role.

- Relevant approved First Aid qualifications.

- RRHAN training (Responding to Risks of Harm, Abuse and Neglect).

- Ability to meet applicable child safety screening and suitability requirements.

Applicants must meet the requirements applicable to the Responsible Person role under the Education and Care Services National Regulations.

What we offer

- Casual employment of approximately 9–15 hours per week.

- Consistent afternoon shifts, Monday to Friday, from 3:00 pm to 6:00 pm.

- The opportunity to contribute to a supportive school community.

- A rewarding role where you can make a meaningful difference to children's experiences beyond the classroom.

Interested?

If you have the qualifications, confidence and enthusiasm to help lead a quality OSHC service, we would love to hear from you.

For further information, contact Emma Castle on (08) 8645 7***.

Please submit your application through SEEK, outlining your relevant qualifications, experience and suitability for the position.

📌 OSHC Responsible Person (Whyalla)
🏢 Memorial Oval Primary School OSHC
📍 Whyalla