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SalaryAbout the business
Palmwoods Kids Club is a unique Outside School Hours Care service. We are a proud not for profit P&C operated service, where all the fees goes back to the children and families of Kids Club and Palmwoods State School.
Our policies and procedures are developed by us for us. Our curriculum and program are 100% developed, reviewed and maintained by our team of educators, our management committee, our parents, our children and community.
We have a well established curriculum which includes a focus on environment, inclusion and our children's changing needs and interests.
We have a life sized Fairy Garden with bush tucker plants. An Astroturf area with tables and chairs. A beautiful forest environment to enjoy as well as loads of outdoor space to run as well as two adventure playgrounds.
Our indoor space is purpose built and extensively resourced. It includes a seniors area, indoor active spaces and a wonderful balance of; creative, dramatic, IT, literacy, numeracy, quiet spaces, social spaces and general fun.
We pride ourselves on our genuine commitment to the Reconciliation process, Inclusion as well as Sustainability and as such maintain a SIP, RAP and Sustainability Action Plan.
Our team philosophy is very much that our team is what makes Kids Club wonderful and for this reason Educators are responsible for a variety of aspects of our program. This ensures our educators feel a genuine sense of belonging which in turn creates wonderful team cohesion and as a result we have a group of children who are always cared for in the way every parent would expect.
About the role
We are looking for a dedicated team member who is active and fun! You will of course love the outdoors and exploring children's curiosities.
As an experienced OSHC Educator you will have a genuine desire to build relationships with all our children and cherish your time with them.
Your experience as a Responsible Person will set you up to hit the ground running, as our service moves on from the current health crises.
Your previous experience means you are comfortable with giving team members direction when needed and you are calm under pressure.
You will be responsible for opening and closing the service, making sure all children have arrived at Kids Club, responding to parents emails and requests on our booking system.
Benefits and perks
We provide extensive Training and Professional Development as well as fun Team building opportunities every term.
Your uniform is provided and we operate a flexible roster which can change to align with your study and other regular commitments.
Shift allowance when you work both Before School Care and After School Care.
Daily Laundry allowance.
Responsible Person allowance
working with an experienced and welcoming staff.
Skills and experience
We require an experienced OSHC educator who is Diploma qualified or studying towards an approved Diploma or Degree. May be Diploma Equivalent on ACECQA.
You must have previous experience in the Responsible Person role and management of other educators.
To be considered for this role you must also be skilled and confident in the management of children with challenging behavior's.
