Outside School Hours Care Coordinator

Are you ready to make a difference in the lives of children every day? ABOUT US Learning and growing through adventure-based play. We are a proud Tasmanian not‑for‑profit childcare provider of Long Day Care, Outside School Hours Care and Vacation Care services and state‑wide Family Day Care services. We encourage outdoor and self‑directed play, getting messy and having fun within caring and safe boundaries. CHILD SAFE STATEMENT We are committed to the safety and wellbeing of all children and young people and understand our responsibilities and duty of care to comply with the Tasmanian Child and Youth Safe Organisations Framework and Reportable Conduct Scheme. We promote the cultural safety for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander children, safety for children from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds and the LGBTIQA+ community. We are also committed to providing a safe and inclusive environment for children with a disability. We value diversity and do not tolerate any discriminatory practice. DIVERSITY & INCLUSION At Adventure Patch, we believe that diversity and inclusion is about actions not just words – it's an integral part of who we are. We want to attract talent to join our team that reflect the diverse community in which we operate. We are committed to fostering a safe, inclusive and diverse workplace where everyone is valued and respected. We believe that diversity leads to more creativity, better decision‑making and innovation in our workplace. We invite you to be a part of our adventurous team where everyone has the opportunity to thrive and succeed. DUTIES Support and guide the OSHC educators to deliver effective and valuable documentation of children’s learning in accordance with the service’s philosophy. Ensure a safe and stimulating physical environment where all staff and children are protected from hazards or harm. Develop and maintain respectful, supportive, collaborative and responsive relationships with children and their families. Be proactive in the promotion and marketing of the service (in conjunction with the OSHC Manager) to ensure optimum utilisation of the service. Contribute to the continuous improvement of the service through reflective practice (including the Quality Improvement Plan) and as directed by the OSHC Manager and educational leader. Assist the OSHC Manager in matters relating to leadership, pedagogical leadership, management support, service administration, as directed. Ensure that the Xplor Master Roll is up to date and accurate (bookings, fees, absences etc.). Ensure an adequate number of Xplor observations are documented for all children in care at the service. QUALIFICATIONS Demonstrated experience in the education and care of school aged children Demonstrated experience and ability to establish warm nurturing and responsive relationships with children and to sensitively meet their needs Well‑developed interpersonal and communication skills with both children and adults Demonstrated ability to work with families, children and educators in a culturally competent manner The ability to work cooperatively and flexibly within a team environment BENEFITS The Worker Retention Payment 10% boost to wages for Educators and other Services positions Up to Twenty percent discount in childcare fees. Health Insurance discount and other benefits through St. Luke's Corporate Health Plan. Bonus leave over the Christmas/ New year period. Flexible working hours to support work‑life balance Superannuation salary sacrifice options. Employee Assistance Program & focus on employee wellbeing. If you have any questions or to obtain a copy of the position description, please email to**************@adventurepatch.org.au The job will close on Friday 5th December at 5pm. #J-18808-Ljbffr