Educational Leader | Wahroonga

Educational Leader

Flexible conditions for the right Educator.

Wahroonga After School Care Centre is seeking an Educational Leader to join our team.

The successful applicant will be joining a supportive and creative team of educators at a Centre
known for its high-quality programming.

The Educational Leader will create and implement the weekly play-based program based on current
interests of the attending children and input from the Educator team. They will support and connect
with children and their families and develop a respectful and collaborative relationship with the
Educator team and management.

Applicants should be passionate about the OOSH industry, have a solid knowledge of children’s
development, and a clear understanding of how to provide a child-safe environment. Applicants
must have good communication skills to build connection, understanding and empathy with
children, colleagues and families.

Key responsibilities include:

• Preparation and implementation of educational programs, including vacation care.
• Respecting, fostering, and building relationships with all children.
• Support, management, and mentoring of Educators.
• Connecting with and supporting families.
• Understanding and implementing WHS requirements.

The successful candidate must have:

• Current Working with Children Check
• A current First Aid, CPR, Anaphylaxis and Asthma Certificate
• Proof of Child Protection training
• A recognised qualification of at least Certificate IV or have three or more years’ experience in a
  relevant field, and demonstrate the ability to create play-based educational programs, and play,
  facilitate and engage with children.
• An understanding of Out of School Hours Framework (My Time our Place)
• An understanding of the National Quality Framework
• Proven ability to apply different management styles when managing children.
• Experience assisting in providing and facilitating an environment that is safe, interesting, and
  appealing.
• Experience leading and mentoring teams.
• Well developed communication skills and demonstrated ability to work constructively with
  supervisors, peers, children, and parents.

For further information on the role or to view the job description please email: Linda.Russell11@det.nsw.edu.au