OOSH Service Coordinator

To lead, coordinate and manage the overall operation of the Out of School Hours (OOSH) Program, including Before School Care, After School Care and Vacation Care.

·        Lead and empower a dedicated OOSH team

·        Share our strong commitment to child safety

·        Make a difference while enjoying work-life balance

·        9 day fortnight

About us

We are seeking passionate and enthusiastic OOSH Service Coordinators to join our Council‑operated services. This role offers the opportunity to work with children aged 5–12 years, families and educators to deliver high‑quality, inclusive OOSH programs that support the needs of our local community. The successful applicant will promote child safety and wellbeing, support children of all abilities and backgrounds, and work collaboratively with OOSH Educators to meet the needs of our local community. If you bring strong leadership, collaboration and teamwork skills, we’d love to hear from you.

Qualifications & experience

·        Diploma in Early Childhood Education and Care or related field or relevant equivalent experience

·        Experience within an Out of School Hours program

·        Engaging, implementing, and evaluating the program to ensure it caters for the interests and needs of school age children and meets the requirements of the ‘My Time – Our Place’ Framework.

·        Understanding the requirements of being the Nominated Supervisor under the Education and Care Services National Regulations.

·        Ensuring compliance to the National Quality Standards and the Regulations.

·        Building ongoing positive relationships with the schools, families, and employees.

·        Working on administrative tasks and efficient day to day operation of the service.

Tasks & responsibilities

·        Manage the relevant OOSH Program staff performance and development, work planning, staff motivation and team development.

·        To evaluate the OOSH service and facilitate change as appropriate.

·        To ensure that the Program is accessible to children with additional needs.

·        To ensure a suitable and viable service is provided to meet the needs of the community, in an efficient and effective manner.

·        Observe requirements of the WHS Legislation, relevant to the job and adhere to AlburyCity Policies and Procedures regarding WHS.

 

Pre-employment Checks:

·         Prohibited workers check in NQAITS

·         Declaration of prohibition (ACECQA)

·         Current Australian National Police Check (within 3 months)

 

As a part of Child Safe recruitment and employment, Education and Care Services must undertake reasonable enquiries that ensure people who work with children are suitable.

These enquiries include:

·         Verifying Prohibition notice of declaration for prospective staff members

·         Complete National Mandatory Child Safe Training prior to starting


Child Safety Statement

AlburyCity is committed to providing a safe, supportive, and empowering environment for all children and young people. We believe every child has the right to feel safe, valued, and respected, regardless of their background, abilities, or circumstances. We have zero tolerance for any form of child abuse, harm or neglect. Child safety is paramount and overrides all other considerations, at all times, without exception.

 

Hours

Based on a 35-hour week, with actual days and times being Monday to Friday, with an RDO in accordance with AlburyCity's RDO guidelines. Actual hours to be worked 9.30-6pm.

Service hours of operation:

After School Care during school terms

•              Monday to Friday, 1pm - 6pm.

Before School Care during school terms

•              Monday to Friday, 7am – 9am.

Vacation Program during School Holidays (38 hours per week during NSW School

Holiday periods)

Rosters prepared to incorporate the following spread of days and hours:

•              Monday to Friday, 8.00am – 5.30pm, staff on occasion may be asked to work split shifts.          

Benefits

Live and work in a culture rich location minutes from the Murray River, just a short drive to one of Victoria’s best wine regions. The Alpine region is on our backdoor step where you can enjoy mountain bike riding the summer and snow sports in the winter. 

Our employee benefits include professional development, flexible working conditions and health & wellbeing initiatives. Our conditions of employment support equal opportunities and is an ethical, diverse, and inclusive workplace.

We also recognise and value your priorities beyond work. It’s important to us that you have a sustainable work–life balance, so we offer flexible working arrangements, a nine-day fortnight (full-time staff) and a range of leave options and support programs.

AlburyCity is committed to being a child safe organisation by creating cultures, adopting strategies and taking action to empower children. We work hard to keep them safe from harm because child safety is everyone’s responsibility. AlburyCity Council is a Child Safe Organisation

This role closes on the 16 August 2026. The role may close earlier for the right applicant. Should you require any further information for this role please email Melanie Flethcer on melanie.fletcher@alburycity.nsw.gov.au or call on 02 6023 8200

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