Education Support Officer - OSHC - unqualified

OSHC Educator (Unqualified) Casual | Before & After School Care | Vacation Care Our Outside School Hours Care (OSHC) service is seeking dedicated and professional educators to join our team. We provide high‑quality before‑school, after‑school, and vacation care programs that support the wellbeing, development, and safety of all children in our community.

Position Overview

Under direct supervision and instructions from OSHC Director and Assistant Director, the OSHC Educator contributes to the effective delivery of our OSHC service by supporting the coordination and supervision of daily programs. This role requires a commitment to maintaining a safe, inclusive, and engaging environment while upholding organisational policies, regulatory requirements, and best‑practice standards.

Key Responsibilities

Under Supervision, assist in the implementation of children’s programs Assist in the preparation of materials and equipment and safe food preparation as planned in the OSHC service. Assist in the developing good relations with families attending the OSHC service and refer families to senior employees in a supportive and professional manner.

Understand and work according to policies and procedures as trained and inducted associated with the children’s program and the National Quality Standards. Essential Requirements Current Working With Children Check (WWCC) clearance Current certification in Responding to Risks of Harm, Abuse and Neglect in Education and Care Settings.

Approved First Aid qualifications which meet school and OSHC service requirements as per ACECQA website. A genuine interest in working with children in an education and care setting Strong communication, interpersonal, and teamwork skills Demonstrated reliability, professionalism, and initiative Selection Criteria Commit to upholding and actively contributing to the Catholic ethos of the school.

Has experience and/or is committed to working with students who have needs. Has an ability (and willingness to learn) to implement positive and supportive behaviour strategies. Has a friendly, positive, collaborative, and supportive approach to working with others. Has sound organisational skills and abilities and is proactive in their time management.

About Us

St Joseph’s Catholic School Payneham is a community where learners from Preschool to Year 6 are nurtured and curiosity explored. We provide stimulating, creative and personalised learning experiences for students to help cultivate learning dispositions, preparing them for the future. Taking inspiration from Mary Mac. Killop and the Josephites, we welcome everyone, ensure all are treated with dignity, and live by the belief that education can empower and transform communities.

We value working in partnership with families and welcome all to be actively involved in the life of the school and Parish. Applications must include: Written Application addressing the selection criteria (no more than 2 pages) Curriculum Vitae, with 3 current referees (no more than 2 pages) CESA Declaration Application Form