EDUCATIONAL LEADER /ASSISTANT DIRECTOR WANT TO BE PART OF OUR AWARD WINNING CHILD-LED SERVICE? An amazing opportunity exists for a strong leader to lead our dynamic team in one of the best Out of School Hours Care in Canberra, You would be leading and developing a team of passionate educators within a Playwork-based setting, underpinned by our philosophy of Risk & Play in a child-led program. You have the unique opportunity to be supported and mentored by our existing Educational Leader as part of your successful transition to our service. Forrest Out Of School Hours Care is a Not-for Profit service proudly operated by our community of Parents & Citizens meeting the needs of our diverse community. We pride ourselves on our connection with the local community and our commitment to embracing diversity, both within our pedagogical practice and our team. We are a large service (157 places) offering Before, After and School Holiday program out of a government school where we are generally open 49 weeks per year. More information can be found on our website: forrestpandc.com.au COMMITMENT TO CHILD SAFETY AND WELLBEING FOOSHC is deeply committed to safeguarding the safety, wellbeing, and rights of all children and young people. We uphold a zero-tolerance approach to child abuse and harm and actively foster a culture of safety through robust policies, strict recruitment process, ongoing staff training, and high-quality reflective practice. Our service is inclusive, respectful, and child-centred, ensuring every child feels safe, valued, and empowered to have their voice heard. POSITION STATEMENT To work as part of the Director team, guiding and assisting in the provision of a high quality out of school care program based on sound and current pedagogies. POSITION – Educational Leader - 32 hours per week- with the possibility of full-time or part-time with salary negotiable Above award conditions apply. Hours negotiable, days negotiable but could include a possible before shift - Monday to Friday 7:30 am to 9:30am or afternoons 1:30pm-6:30pm, with a possible opportunity to act as Responsible Person if desired, in the absence of the Director and during school holidays. POSITION RESPONSIBILITIES To work as part of Director team that leads , co-ordinates, directs and supervises the Educators to support children's engagement in a program that involves risk-taking, experimentation and exploration of both indoor and outdoor environments throughout of the year. Professional training in Playwork and FOOSHC pedagogy will be provided with an expectation that you will continue to commit to maintaining your own pedagogical development. To develop and implement FOOSHC’s professional development plan. This would be based on the services training needs which is informed by the strategic plan and the team’s individual Training Need Analysis. This would include: planning and facilitating professional development sessions, sourcing internal and external training and expenditure & acquittal of the training budget. Ensure relevant risk management strategies are used in daily operations. Comply with the requirements of the National Quality Framework and the School Age Care framework – My Time Our Place 2.0 Work as part of the programming/planning team that assists educators implement and evaluate a high quality and diverse educational program with the collaboration of children. Comply with all service policy and procedures. Contribute to development and implementation of Quality Improvement Plan and the continual evolution of our philosophy. Actively participate in both internal and external Professional Development throughout the year as identified during the Annual Employee Appraisals. SELECTION CRITERIA- Qualifications and other requirements – minimum Diploma Childrens Services or studying towards an ACECQA approved qualification HLTAID012 First Aid, Asthma and Anaphylaxis certificate or equivalent Current ACT Working With Vulnerable People registration. 2 years or more experience leading a team in Education and Care Your personal philosophy should align with our service philosophy. Excellent interpersonal, organisational and time management skills with attention to detail Demonstrated initiative and being able to work independently and as part of a team Sound Understanding of National Quality Framework including My Time Our Place. Demonstrated ability to work with and provide leadership to team members If you are interested in applying for this position, please send current CV and addressed selection criteria to : fooshc.org.au Salary and conditions negotiable to the right applicant Above award conditions apply For further information please ring Ali Sewter -Executive Director on 0417 690 , or email fooshc.org.au .
