10 Feb 2012
Eglinton OOSH is a not for profit childcare facility situated within the Eglinton Public School grounds from 7.30am to 9.30am and 3.30pm to 6.00pm daily during school terms. Vacation Care during school holidays is also offered from 8.00am to 6.00pm. Eglinton OOSH is overseen by the school P&C association. We are looking for an OOSH Assistant Coordinator willing to work with the Coordinator. Salary will be above the Award.
Position: Eglinton Assistant OOSH Coordinator
Essential Criteria:
Relevant Tertiary Qualification in Childcare/Teaching
Current first aid certificate
Current experience supervising and managing children from 5-12years of age.
Experience liaising with Coordinator, staff and families
Ability to contribute to planning, programming and evaluation of activities for children
Ability to follow the daily routine whilst understanding the need for flexibility
An ability to follow the policies that are integral to the successful operation of the service
Awareness and/or understanding of the fundamentals of Outside School Hours Care.
Awareness of implementing the new Federal Government initiative ‘My Time, Our Place - Framework for School Age Care in Australia'
Effective communication skills both verbal and written
Innovative and enthusiastic person who understands the varying needs of children
Desirable:
Computer literacy with a willingness to learn OOSH management and bookkeeping
Knowledge of current children services regulation and child protection legislation
Food handling certificate
The successful applicant will need to support the policies of the school, undergo a successful Working with Children and Police Check and will be subject to a probationary period.
If you feel you have these qualities and would love to be part of our team at Eglinton OOSH, please send your application addressing the essential criteria to:
Eglinton OOSH
PO Box 1655
Bathurst NSW 2795
If you would like any further information, contact Gina Prokop - Eglinton OOSH Coordinator on 0429 371 205. Applications close Thursday 23rd February, 2012 at 3pm.