OSHC Educators - Dee Why
We are currently looking for Educators to actively supervise and engage children in activities and participate in all aspects of the program.
Summary about this job
Childcare & Outside School Hours Care
Company: YMCA
Location: Sydney
Work type: Part Time
Salary: n\a
Phone: +61-2-6234-6648
Fax: +61-7-2960-8555
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Detail information about job OSHC Educators - Dee Why. Terms and conditions vacancy
Part Time & Casual roles available
Supportive team environment
Opportunities for growth and development
We are currently looking for a Part Time & Casual Educators to work within our service in Dee Why as well as support our Elanora Heights service when required. The successful candidate will be available to work before and after school care Monday to Friday as well as various hours during vacation care.
About the Y
At YMCA NSW, we believe in the power of inspired young people. We provide pathways for healthy living, where children and young people are empowered and supported to reach their potential, through access and participation.
We create community impact through focusing on:
Community recreation
Outside hours school care
Camping and outdoor education
Community services.
We have a long history in NSW and the ACT, and we're now evolving into an organisation that gives young people a voice. To guide us on this journey, we're looking for staff who are passionate about empowering youth and contributing to YMCA NSW's legacy.
About your new role
We are looking for committed Educators who have experience and knowledge around before and after school care, your main role will be to ensure the safety of all the children under our care whilst in our service.
You will have the opportunity to work in our Dee Why & Elanora Heights services which are both a close knit, family like environment and we will provide you with lots of learning opportunities through YMCA to ensure your growth within the organisation.
In your role you will also ensure
The safety, security and wellbeing of the children in our care are protected
The service policies and procedures are in place and followed
Services offered reflect the multi-cultural diversity and holistic ethos of the community
Services create and deliver high quality and age appropriate programming
A child friendly, inviting and clean environment is maintained
Children are provided with interactive and stimulating activities
The interaction with children is continually positive, sensitive and respectful
Staff connect and respond to families and internal/external stakeholders
What you will come with
Your strong focus on child safety and developed observation skills will ensure your success in this role. In addition, you will have:
HLTAID004 First Aid or willing to obtain
Previous experience working with children preferred
Ability to recognise the needs of children and skills to nurture and support children new to the service
Ability to cope in an emergency or in a stressful situation
Ability to demonstrate a commitment to safeguarding children and young people
Knowledge of age appropriate recreational activities
Commitment to Safeguarding
YMCA NSW, including its Board of Directors, commits to creating and maintaining an environment that ensures all people involved in YMCA NSW activities, programs or services act in the best interests of children, young people and vulnerable adults, and take all reasonable steps to ensure their safety, welfare and wellbeing. The successful applicant is required to undergo probity checks which include Reference checks, a Working with Children Check and Criminal History Check before commencement. Employment is subject to clearance of all these checks