OSHC Educators

OSHC Educators - St Mark's Lutheran School Mount Barker Department: Children's Services (OSHC & ELC) Type: Casual Posted: 25 November 2025 Closes: 23 December 2025 YOU MIGHT BE MORE QUALIFIED THAN YOU THINK Diplomas and Degrees in Youth Work , Social Work , Allied Health , Health , Sport and Recreation , Creative Arts , Psychology , Behavioural and Social Sciences , Disability , Community Services and Leisure and Health , or two years completed of a four-year Teaching degree are accepted as first qualified . Certificate III or IV in Education , Care , or Disability , or successful completion of 50% of a Diploma in Education , Care , or Disability are accepted as second qualified . Check the ACECQA website to see if your qualification is eligible: Are you interested in making OSHC an enjoyable and supportive experience for children, and would like to join a team that values collaboration, wellbeing, and continuous improvement (with access to professional development and growth opportunities throughout the organisation)? Join YMCA South Australia as an OSHC Educator at St Mark's Lutheran School Mount Barker today YMCA SA's Outside School Hours Care (OSHC) services provide safe, supportive and engaging environments for children aged 5–12 before and after school and during school holidays. Our programs are designed to support children's social, emotional and physical development through inclusive play-based learning and structured activities. We’re looking for enthusiastic, energetic and proactive individuals who are passionate about working with children and keen to actively engage with them in meaningful ways. Key responsibilities: Deliver safe, engaging and developmentally appropriate programs for children aged 5–12 Support children’s social, emotional and physical wellbeing through inclusive and fun activities Create a welcoming environment that builds trust with children, families and schools Actively supervise and support children, ensuring safety and wellbeing at all times Collaborate with your team and service director to plan, evaluate and improve programs Maintain accurate records and uphold regulatory, safety and safeguarding standard REQUIREMENTS FOR THE Y Successful candidates will also have, or be willing to obtain: ACECQA approved Qualification - Cert III/IV, Diploma or higher-level qualification (Qualified educators only) National Police Check (issued in the last 6 months) DHS Working With Children Check International Criminal History Record Check (if worked/lived overseas in the last 5 years) Certificate of completion for “Responding to Risks of Harm, Abuse and Neglect – Education and Care” Masterclass Training HLTAID012 Provide First Aid in Education and Care HLTAID009 CPR Sound knowledge of OSHC Quality Assurance and recognised School Age Care Framework To view the position descriptions for this role, please visit our website at Current vacancies. ABOUT THE Y YMCA South Australia is a not-for-profit community organisation that has served the South Australian community for more than 170 years. Our aim is to develop the whole person, helping all South Australians connect with a better life - not only physical fitness and capabilities but also sense of identity, purpose, hope and dignity, psychological health, resilience, social connectedness, lifelong learning and contribution back into the community. We are a leading provider of recreation, community, and children’s services and we deliver programs and services across the state in settings including community recreation centres, swimming pools, health and fitness facilities, community centres, camps, early education and schools and youth services. BENEFITS WITH THE Y Free Access - Free access to YMCA SA managed recreation centres (pools, gyms, courts) and for immediate family when visiting together YMCA SA Discounts - 20% off programs, classes, café food, merch, and OSHC/Vacation Care services Health and Wellbeing - Access to free flu vaccinations and our Employee Assistance Program (EAP) with 24/7 support Career Growth Opportunities - A culture of empowerment and growth with ongoing opportunities for learning and career/skill development Additional Allowance – Receive an additional allowance on top of your pay through our participation in the ECEC Worker Retention Payment Scheme HOW TO APPLY For a confidential discussion about this opportunity, please contact Erinne Chung Gon on or Does this sound like you? Please submit your resume and cover letter via Apply Now You must address the key selection criteria in your application. Please note, only shortlisted applicants will be notified. COMMITMENT TO SAFEGUARDING CHILDREN At the Y, we're committed to empowering all Children and Young People to feel safe and be safe, at the Y, in their families and in their communities. We ensure all of our candidates are appropriately screened to make sure the right people are in the right roles. YMCA South Australia is an equal opportunity employer committed to safeguarding children, young people, and other vulnerable people. #J-18808-Ljbffr