OSHC Qualified Director - McDonald Park School - Mt Gambier

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.

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

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

Even if you're not ACECQA qualified, if you have experience leading a team, managing people and handling rosters, and you are capable and ready to take on responsibility, we'd love to hear from you.

THE ROLE

Love working with children and leading a team? We’re seeking an OSHC Qualified Service Director to lead our vibrant after school care program at McDonald Park School Mount Gambier.

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

At the Y, we are committed to providing an exceptional level of care and education for children. 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 offering up to 33 hours per week.

ABOUT THE Y

YMCA South Australia is a not-for-profit community organisation that has served the South Australian community for more than 170 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.

REQUIREMENTS FOR THE Y

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

• ACECQA approved Qualification - Cert III/IV, Diploma or higher-level qualification
• National Police Check (issued in the last 6 months)
• DHS Working With Children Check
• International Criminal History Record Check (if worked/lived overseas in the last 5 years)
• Certificate of completion for “Responding to Risks of Harm, Abuse and Neglect – Education and Care” Masterclass Training
• HLTAID012 Provide First Aid in Education and Care
• HLTAID009 CPR
• Food Handling Training
• Sound knowledge of OSHC Quality Assurance and recognised School Age Care Framework
• Strong leadership experience to staff, including training, quality improvement, support, and maintaining the standards of service (Desirable)

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

BENEFITS WITH THE Y

• Free Access - Free access to YMCA SA managed recreation centres (pools, gyms, courts) and for immediate family when visiting together
• YMCA SA Discounts - 20% off programs, classes, café food, merch, and OSHC/Vacation Care services
• Health and Wellbeing - Access to free flu vaccinations and our Employee Assistance Program (EAP) with 24/7 support
• Career Growth Opportunities - A culture of empowerment and growth with ongoing opportunities for learning and career/skill development
• Additional Allowance – Receive an additional allowance on top of your pay through our participation in the ECEC Worker Retention Payment Scheme

HOW TO APPLY

For a confidential discussion about this opportunity, please contact Wayne Copley on 0460 029 885 or wayne.copley@ymcasa.org.au.

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 14th January 2026.

COMMITMENT TO SAFEGUARDING CHILDREN

At the Y, we're committed to empowering all Children and Young People to feel safe and be safe, at the Y, in their families and in their communities. We ensure all of our candidates are appropriately screened to make sure the right people are in the right roles.

To learn more about our screening processes, view our Safeguarding Children and Young People Policy: https://www.sa.ymca.org.au/who...

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