Position: Assistant OSHC Coordinator
Commencement Date: As soon as able
Employment Status: Part-Time
Hours per week: 18.5
Hourly Rate: $33.75
Applications Close: 5 July 2024About usSt. Joseph’s Catholic Primary School North Mackay is a co-educational P-6 Primary School with a total current enrolment of 340 children. St Joseph’s is also enriched by the contribution of our students who can claim cultural links to our Indigenous, Torres Strait and Islander communities here in Mackay. All students and their families are welcome at St Joseph’s and we view cultural diversity as an asset for our community. St. Joseph’s offers a Catholic education for all children. Participation in all curriculum areas including religious education, sport and cultural events are encouraged. There are numerous opportunities for both children and their parents to be fully involved with the school.Your RoleSt Joseph's Catholic Primary School is seeking a part-time Assistant Outside Schools Hours Care (OSHC) Coordinator to join their team. This is a part-time (18.5hpw) position, comprising of before and after school care as well as vacation care. Commencement date will be as soon as able or as negotiated with the successful applicant.The 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 and Vacation Care.Typical duties (but not limited to):
- 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;
- Advising families about the program, policies and procedures when required;
- Where appropriate take on the role of Educational Leader within the service, provide guidance, and support to the team on best practice programming;
- Working in support of the Coordinator on administrative tasks and efficient day to day operation of the service;
- understanding of and a commitment to the ethos of a Catholic school
- strong communication and interpersonal skills
- the ability to maintain high levels of confidentiality in dealing with young people and their needs
- the ability to work well either individually or collaboratively in a team and to accept direction and support
- genuine care for the wellbeing of students
- adaptability and flexibility in a dynamic educational setting
- Competitive salary range
- Superannuation of 12.75% contribution
- Broken shift allowance of $35.98 per day, available for split shifts
- Modern facilities and resources
- Access to long service leave after 7 years of continuous service (portability of Long Service Leave may also be applicable)
- Access to corporate health discounts with either Bupa or Westfund Health Insurance
- Excellent leave entitlements to suit various situations
- Induction, professional development and learning opportunities
- A current valid Blue Card under the Working with Children (Risk Management and Screening) Act 2000 (WWC Act) and valid Suitability Notice is a requirement of the position.
- A minimum Diploma in Children’s Services or equivalent is preferred. Applicants studying towards or willing to obtain an
- Ability to perform the physical requirements of the role in a safe manner.
- Australian work rights
- Complete the application below
- Applicants must read, understand and accept, as an explicit term of contract, the requirements of the
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- For a confidential conversation please contact Marcelle Price, Acting Principal, St Joseph's Catholic Primary School, Mackay 07 4994 8250.
- For further information regarding the remuneration package, please contact Employee Support Services
- Applications during the shortlisting phase will be kept confidential.