OSHC Assistant Director - Reynella Primary School OSHC

THE ROLE

Are you passionate about working with children, supporting educators and helping create a fun, safe and inclusive environment? Do you have a passion for leadership and a desire to make a positive difference in the lives of children and families? YMCA Reynella OSHC is looking for an enthusiastic, motivated and dedicated Assistant Director to join our team!

Working alongside the Director, you will play an important role in the day-to-day operation of our service. You will help lead and support our team of educators, build positive relationships with children and families, and ensure our service continues to provide engaging, meaningful and high-quality care. This is a hands-on leadership role for someone who enjoys being involved in children's experiences while also taking responsibility for important operational and compliance tasks.

Key Responsibilities:

• Support the Director with the daily operations and leadership of the service.

• Lead and facilitate engaging group times and activities for children.

• Build positive, respectful and trusting relationships with children and families.

• Provide guidance, encouragement and support to educators.

• Assist with maintaining compliance and ensuring service policies and procedures are followed.

• Maintain accurate and up-to-date medication records and documentation.

• Support effective programming and the delivery of engaging experiences for children.

• Contribute to a positive, inclusive and supportive team culture.

• Help create an environment where every child feels safe, valued and a sense of belonging.

ABOUT YOU

We are looking for someone who:

• Has a genuine passion for working with school-aged children.

• Has strong leadership, communication and organisational skills.

• Can build positive relationships with children, families and educators.

• Is confident supporting and guiding a team.

• Has a good understanding of National Quality Standards and regulatory requirements.

• Is organised, proactive and takes pride in maintaining accurate documentation.

• Can bring enthusiasm, creativity and a positive attitude to our service.

Successful candidates will also have, or be willing to obtain:

• Tertiary Qualification in Children’s Services (relevant field), or equivalent knowledge or experience (Highly desirable)

• HLTAID009 Provide CPR

• HLTAID012 Provide First Aid in Education and Care

• Certificate of completion for “Responding to Risks of Harm, Abuse and Neglect – Education and Care” Masterclass Training

• Food Handling Training

• National Child Safety Training

• Sound knowledge of OSHC Quality Assurance and recognised School Age Care Framework

ABOUT THE Y

YMCA South Australia is a not-for-profit community organisation that has served the South Australian community for more than 175 years. Our aim is to develop the whole person, helping all South Australians connect with a better life - not only physical fitness and capabilities but also sense of identity, purpose, hope and dignity, psychological health, resilience, social connectedness, lifelong learning and contribution back into the community. We are a leading provider of recreation, community, and children’s services and we deliver programs and services across the state in settings including community recreation centres, swimming pools, health and fitness facilities, community centres, camps, early education and schools and youth services.

THE BENEFITS 

• Paid Parental Leave Top-Up – From 1 January 2027, we top up government Parental Leave Pay to bring you closer to your usual pay, with 12 weeks for primary carers and 2 weeks for secondary carers (eligibility criteria apply)

• Free Access – Free casual entry to YMCA SA managed recreation centres, including the gym, group fitness, swimming and stadium sports, plus free entry for up to 5 people from your household when they visit with you (maximum 2 adults)

• YMCA SA Discounts – 20% off registered programs for you and your immediate family, such as swimming lessons, birthday parties, OSHC and Vacation Care, plus 20% off café food and merchandise

• Health and Wellbeing – Free, confidential Employee Assistance Program (EAP) support for you and your immediate family, 24/7, plus a free flu vaccination each year

• Career Growth Opportunities – Free, on-demand YLearn courses in leadership, wellbeing, workplace skills, and digital and AI, with ongoing opportunities for career and skill development

• Additional Allowance – Receive an additional hourly allowance on top of your base pay through our participation in the ECEC Worker Retention Payment Scheme

HOW TO APPLY

For a confidential discussion about this opportunity, please contact Jodie McCracken at reynella.oshc@ymcasa.org.au or 0439 432 722.

Does this sound like you? Please submit your resume and cover letter via Apply Now! You must address the key selection criteria in your application. Please note, only shortlisted applicants will be notified.

Applications close 25th of November 2026.

COMMITMENT TO SAFEGUARDING CHILDREN

At the Y, we are committed to empowering all Children and Young People to feel safe and be safe, at the Y, in their families and in their communities. As such, we ensure that all of our candidates are appropriately screened to make sure that the right people are in the right roles. This includes:

• National Police Check (issued in the last 6 months)

• DHS Working with Children Check

• International Criminal History Record Check (if worked overseas in the last 5 years)

To learn more about our screening processes, click here to view our Safeguarding Children and Young People Policy.

YMCA South Australia is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to safeguarding children and young people and other vulnerable people.