OSHC Qualified Assistant Director - Woodcroft Area

YOU MIGHT BE MORE QUALIFIED THAN YOU THINK

Diplomas and Degrees in Youth Work, Social Work, Allied Health, Health, Sport and Recreation, Creative Arts, Psychology, Behavioural and Social Sciences, Disability, Community Services and Leisure and Health, or two years completed of a four year Teaching degree are accepted as first qualified.

Certificate III or IV in Education, Care, or Disability, or successful completion of 50% of a Diploma in Education, Care, or Disability are accepted as second qualified.

Check the ACECQA website to see if your qualification is eligible:

https://www.acecqa.gov.au/site...

THE ROLE

We are seeking an OSHC Qualified Assistant Director to join us at our YMCA SA OSHC site in the Woodcroft area.

As our OSHC Qualified Assistant Director, you will play a pivotal role in leading our passionate and dedicated team to create a supportive work atmosphere and deliver outstanding programs that promote children's growth and development.

Your leadership and expertise will ensure that our care, recreation, and leisure programs
are of the highest quality, providing children with the best possible experiences. You
will inspire continuous learning and professional development among our educators,
sharing information and knowledge on best practices, policy developments, and
community changes.

As a motivated and customer-focused leader, you will go above and beyond to maintain the highest quality of service, placing a strong emphasis on the social, emotional, and interpersonal development of children.

The role is a part-time opportunity with 20 to 30 hours available.

ABOUT THE Y

YMCA South Australia is a not-for-profit organisation that has served the South
Australian community for more than 170 years. With around 800 staff (and growing),
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.

Our aim is to develop the whole person, helping all South Australians connect with a
better life. Not only their physical fitness and capabilities, but also their sense of
identity, purpose, hope and dignity; psychological health; resilience; social
connectedness; lifelong learning; and their own contribution back into the community.
All the elements that together constitute a full, healthy, productive and satisfying life.

SKILLS & EXPERIENCE

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

• ACECQA approved Qualification - Cert III/IV, Diploma or higher-level qualification
• Certificate of completion for “Responding to Risks of Harm, Abuse and Neglect – Education and Care” Masterclass Training
• HLTAID009 CPR
• HLTAID012 Provide First Aid in Education and Care
• Food Handling Training
• Sounds knowledge of OSHC Quality Assurance and recognised School Age Care Framework

To view the position descriptions for this role, please visit our website at https://www.sa.ymca.org.au/get....

THE BENEFITS

• The opportunity to join a leading provider of recreation, community, and children’s services.
• Free access to YMCA SA managed recreation centres (pools, gyms, courts) and for immediate family when visiting together*
• Additional allowance through our participation in the ECEC Worker Retention Payment scheme for eligible early childhood staff
• Enjoy 20% off discounts - programs, classes, café food, merch, and OSHC/Vacation Care services*
• Access to free flu vaccinations and our Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
• A culture of empowerment and growth with ongoing opportunities for learning and career/skill development.
• Join a passionate team of professional individuals that work to inspire the community.

*Terms and Conditions apply

LIKE TO KNOW MORE?

For a confidential discussion about this opportunity, please contact Tabitha Norris on 0484 907 081 or tabitha.norris@ymcasa.org.au

HOW TO APPLY

Does this sound like you? Then click on APPLY NOW!

You must address the key selection criteria in your application.

Applications close 10th October 2025.

Please note, only shortlisted applicants will be notified.

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 Criminal History Record Check
• Working With Children Check
• International Criminal History Record Check where applicable

To learn more about our screening processes, click here to view our Safeguarding
Children and Young People Policy: https://www.sa.ymca.org.au/who...
are/safeguarding-children

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