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Form of workThe Assistant Coordinator is responsible for working closely with the Coordinator to provide programs for children aged 5 – 12 years in Before School Care & After School Care at our Balgowlah location.
This is a permanent full time position term time only. There will be the option of additional casual work during the school holidays at our other local Vacation Care services.
Duties
- Working in support of the coordinator on administrative tasks and efficient day to day operation of the service.
- Regularly evaluating the program to ensure it caters for the interests and needs of school age children and meets the requirements of the 'My Time - Our Place' Framework.
- Ensure Compliance and best practice programming under the National Quality Standards and Regulations.
- Advising families about the program, policies and procedures when required.
- Working in support of the coordinator on administrative tasks and efficient day to day operation of the service.
- Completion of CHCPRT025 "Identify & report children and young people at risk" certificate or willingness to obtain
- Hold a current First Aid and CPR Certificate including Asthma and Anaphylaxis Training or willingness to obtain
- Have a current and valid Working with Children Check
- Agree to be a Responsible Person in Charge in the absence of the Nominated Supervisor
- Knowledge of regulation relevant to Outside School Hours Care under the Education and Care Services National Regulations and Law.
- Qualifications or significant experience in working in outside school hours care.
- Skills and experience in team leadership.
We know that changing roles is a big decision – so here is what we can offer you:
- Salary packaging – also known as salary sacrifice - means allocating a portion of your salary to pay certain expenses before income tax is calculated. So, on pay day you pay less income tax and have more money for the things that matter.
- A focus on employee well-being, with regular reflective/practice supervision opportunities.
- Access to training and learning opportunities.
- An Employee Assistance Program offering free and confidential counselling and support.
- Additional paid leave day over Christmas.
At CatholicCare, we understand the importance of children getting off to a good start in happy, creative and supportive environments that provide opportunities for children to explore, make friends, build on their strengths and get any extra help they need to set them on a positive learning journey.
Our dedicated teams of educators embrace a child’s right to play and facilitate rich learning environments which are relevant, meaningful and full of possibilities, so children are safe, happy, healthy and included. We offer a range of services for children to suit their age and family preferences including early learning and care centres, out of school hours care, vacation care and family day care.
We are a safe, respectful, and inclusive employer. We welcome all applicants, regardless of their cultural background, gender, faith or disability. Our organisation will accommodate any reasonable requests to support you to thrive during the recruitment process and beyond.
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