At a Glance
- Tasks: Engage and supervise primary-aged children in fun, inclusive activities before and after school.
- Company: Join the YMCA, a caring not-for-profit focused on community and children's wellbeing.
- Benefits: Enjoy discounted health insurance, flexible hours, and career coaching opportunities.
- Other info: Be part of a supportive team with excellent growth potential in a vibrant environment.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in children's lives while having fun and being creative.
- Qualifications: Studying or holding a Cert III/Diploma in Children's Services; energetic and responsible.
The predicted salary is between 19.8 - 24.2 $ per hour.
About the role
Are you passionate about promoting children’s wellbeing and confidence? We are currently recruiting energetic and caring Educators to join our YMCA The Gap Outside School Hours Care team on a casual basis. As an Educator, you’ll help create a safe, fun and inclusive environment for primary-aged children before school, after school and during the school holidays. With a mix of structured and spontaneous play-based activities, you’ll be at the heart of children's social learning and creativity.
We’re a not-for-profit organisation with a strong community focus. We’ve recently been awarded government funding through the ECEC Worker Retention Grant that increases your take home pay and we are investing in the training, support and professional development of our Educators.
You’ll also enjoy:
- Discounted Private Health Insurance
- Working Between 6.00am – 9.00am & 2.00pm – 6.00pm
- Career Coaching and Progression Opportunities
What you’ll do
- Supervise and engage children in Before & After School sessions
- Run or assist with a variety of hands-on activities during Vacation Care
- Create a welcoming and inclusive space where all children feel safe, supported and inspired to grow
- Promote children’s wellbeing, confidence, and friendships through play
What you’ll bring
- Hold or studying towards a Cert III or Diploma in Children’s Services, School Age Education and Care or similar
- A great sense of fun, energy and creativity
- A strong sense of responsibility and commitment to ensuring a safe and inclusive environment for all children
- Current First Aid and CPR certificate (or willingness to obtain)
- A valid Paid Blue Card (or willingness to obtain)
About YMCA OSHC
The YMCA provides Outside School Hours Care services to 60 school communities across South East Queensland. Our programs are built around belonging, choice, and fun, and we work in close partnership with families, schools and communities. Children in our care explore, create, play and learn in safe, inclusive and engaging environments. We live our values every day — we are caring, honest, respectful, responsible and fun! The Y Queensland stand together with all people regardless of age, gender, ethnicity or belief. At the Y, we are committed to empowering all children and young people to feel safe and be safe at the Y. As such, we ensure that all candidates are appropriately screened.
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