W****oden Community Service (WCS) is a for-purpose organisation that has been providing community-based services for over 50 years. Our vision of ‘A caring community where everyone belongs’ is achieved through our values of Inclusion, Compassion, Hope, Responsiveness, Integrity and Social Justice.

We deliver services across the ACT covering children, families, young people and seniors including housing and mental health services.

WCS is a child-safe organisation. Our staff and volunteers are required to uphold our commitment to the safety, wellbeing, and inclusion of all children and young people. All suitable applicants will undergo rigorous screening processes, including WWVP clearances, criminal history checks, and reference checks.

The Assistant Service Director - Out of School Hours Care (OSHC) at Torrens Primary School supports the Service Director in the delivery of safe, inclusive, high-quality and compliant OSHC services. The role assists with day-to-day operations, educational quality, team leadership, regulatory compliance, and engagement with children, families and school communities. In the absence of the Service Director, the Assistant Service Director provides operational oversight to ensure the smooth and effective delivery of services.

Our Offer:

- Salary packaging option up to $15,899 per Fringe Benefits Tax year, with an additional Meals and Entertainment package available up to $2,650 per Fringe Benefits Tax year.
- 15 days paid personal leave per annum (pro rata) for full & part-time employees.
- 24/7 nationally recognised Employee Assistance Program (EAP), including 3 additional holistic service sessions.
- Ongoing professional development and a supportive team environment.
- Monthly external clinical supervision.




- Enjoy exclusive discounts and everyday savings on essentials at leading Australian retailers such as Woolworths and Coles, all through our Flare Benefits program.

About the Role: Key Accountabilities include but are not limited to:

- Support the Service Director in the day-to-day delivery of high-quality OSHC services.
- Promote and maintain child safety, wellbeing, inclusion, and compliance with all legislative and regulatory requirements.
- Assist in providing educational leadership aligned with My Time, Our Place and continuous quality improvement practices.
- Support, mentor and develop educators to foster a capable and high-performing team.
- Contribute to a positive, inclusive and collaborative workplace culture.
- Assist with staffing, enrolments, rostering, and operational requirements to ensure effective service delivery.
- Build and maintain positive relationships with children, families, schools and community stakeholders.
- Support continuous improvement initiatives and contribute to achieving service and organisational goals.
- Provide operational leadership and service oversight in the absence of the Service Director.

About You:

- You are a passionate and emerging leader in children’s services with a strong commitment to child safety, inclusion, and quality outcomes for children.
- You lead by example, fostering positive relationships and supporting educators to deliver engaging and inclusive programs.
- You are organised, proactive, and confident in supporting daily operations within a busy OSHC setting.
- You are a collaborative team player who builds strong partnerships with children, families, schools, and colleagues.
- You are committed to continuous improvement and creating safe, welcoming, and child-focused environments.

📌 Assistant Service Director OSHC (Canberra)
🏢 Woden Community Service
📍 Canberra