We’re on the lookout for a passionate and experienced leader to join our Waratah service as a Nominated Supervisor & Educational Leader. If you thrive in a supportive, child-focused environment and love making a difference in the lives of children aged 5–12, this could be the perfect opportunity!
Description:
POSITION DESCRIPTION
In this key leadership role, you will be responsible for overseeing day-to-day operations, mentoring a team of educators, and ensuring the delivery of a high-quality, engaging program for children aged 5–12 years. You will lead with confidence, support compliance, and champion our commitment to care, inclusion and excellence in OOSH.
Skills and Experiences:
EXPERIENCE/CRITERIA
- Proven ability in all areas of administrative procedure, curriculum development, parent and community liaison, staff professional development and training
- Understanding and working knowledge of WHS legislation
- Demonstrated knowledge of services requirements of the CCS (childcare subsidy system) and ability to perform software application for compliance
- Be willing to accept the role of Nominated Supervisor under the Children (Education and Care Services National Law Application) Bill 2010 and Education and Care Services National Regulations
- Demonstrated ability to successfully support the My Time Our Place Framework for School Aged Children with the centre curriculum
- Previous experience in successfully managing a budget for an Early Education or OOSH Centre
- Diploma in Children’s Services or Certificate III in Children’s Services (minimum of 3 years’ experience) as identified by Australian Children’s Education and care Authority
- Working with Children Check verification number
- Current First Aid Certificate, Anaphylaxis and Asthma Management training
- Child protection qualification
**Please note that by not addressing the selection criteria may affect your application and you may not be shortlisted.**
Applications for this position will only be considered if submitted through the following platforms: our careers page on our website, mnpeople, Indeed, Seek, or LinkedIn.
Additional Information
The Diocese of Maitland-Newcastle is committed to safeguarding children and vulnerable persons and preventing those in our care from suffering abuse or neglect. It is committed to implementing and maintaining compliance with the NSW Child Safe Standards and the National Catholic Safeguarding Standards and takes a zero-tolerance approach to abuse of children or vulnerable persons.
All who work in the name of the Diocese must comply with the Diocesan Safeguarding Framework Policy and act in accordance with the Diocese’s Code of Conduct which includes the Diocese’s Safeguarding Commitment Statement. Employees are required to undergo a National Police Check and retain a valid NSW Working with Children Check where necessary, in accordance with legislation.
St Nicholas promotes the safety and wellbeing of children from culturally or linguistically diverse backgrounds and encourages applications from people from culturally or linguistically diverse background.
St Nicholas promotes the safety and wellbeing of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander children and encourages applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples.