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Educators Wanted – Before & After School Care (OOSH)

Casual, Part-Time & Permanent Part-Time Opportunities

Are you passionate about working with children? Looking for a rewarding role where every day is different?

Denistone East Before & After School Care Association (DEBASCA) is a community-based, not-for-profit Outside School Hours Care service providing high-quality Before School Care, After School Care and Vacation Care for children from Kindergarten to Year 6.

We are seeking enthusiastic, motivated and skilled educators to join our exceptional team.

Whether you have experience in OOSH, schools, sport, youth work or are currently studying education or a related field, we'd love to hear from you.

We encourage applications from:

• OOSH Educators
• Primary/Secondary Education/Physical Education students
• Occupational Therapy, Social Work or Counselling students
• Teacher's Aides / SLSOs
• Sports coaches and instructors, or anyone with children's sports coaching experience
• Youth workers or youth/recreation leaders
• Anyone with experience working with children aged 5–12 years

Why Join DEBASCA?

At DEBASCA you'll become part of a supportive, professional and fun team that values creativity, collaboration and children's voices.

We foster a vibrant, positive workplace culture, reflected in our long-standing team and the many former students and community members who return to work with us. We pride ourselves on creating a supportive, welcoming environment where every team member feels valued, connected and part of the DEBASCA community.

We offer:

• $36 - $47 per hour + super.
• We are approved for the Australian Government's ECEC Worker Retention Payment. Eligible staff receive the fully funded 15% above-award wage premium, delivered as an hourly allowance.
• Split shift allowance - an additional $21 per day whenever you work a split shift.
• Flexible hours - have the middle of the day free for great work/life balance!
• Opportunities for professional development and career progression.
• Supportive leadership and mentoring.
• Discounted childcare fees.
• The chance to make a genuine difference in children's lives every day

Essential Criteria

• Current Working With Children Check (WWCC)
• National Police Check or willingness to obtain
• Completion of the National Child Safety Training (Geccko) or willingness to complete prior to commencement
• Understanding of Child Protection Mandatory Reporting requirements
• Commitment to Child Safe Standards and child safeguarding practices
• Experience working with children aged 5–12 years
• Ability to build positive, respectful relationships with children
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills
• Reliable, proactive and professional
• Skills or interests in areas such as sport, craft, cooking, STEM, performing arts or group games
• Experience supporting children with additional needs is highly regarded

Desirable Qualifications:

• Diploma in Children's Services or Outside School Hours Care
• Bachelor of Education or currently studying Education, Occupational Therapy, Social Work, Counselling or Early Childhood
• First Aid, CPR, Asthma and Anaphylaxis qualifications
• Experience working in OOSH, schools, vacation care, sport or youth programs
• Knowledge of the National Quality Framework and My Time, Our Place

About the Role

As an educator you will:

• Provide high-quality care for children from Kindergarten to Year 6
• Plan and facilitate engaging activities based on children's interests
• Support children's learning, wellbeing and inclusion
• Assist children with additional needs to fully participate in the program
• Build positive relationships with children, families and colleagues
• Set up and pack away activities and assist with maintaining a safe environment
• Complete observations and evaluations linked to My Time, Our Place
• Follow all child protection, health and safety policies and procedures

Availability

Applicants should be available for a minimum of 3–4 shifts per week,preferably the afternoons.

School Term

• Morning shifts: 7:00am–9:30am
• Afternoon shifts: 2:00pm–6:00pm

School Holidays

• Various shifts available Monday–Friday
• Availability during Vacation Care is essential.

Please indicate whether you are seeking casual, part-time or permanent part-time employment.

To Apply

Please submit:

• A cover letter addressing the selection criteria
• Your current resume
• Contact details for at least two professional referees, including one from your most recent employer or placement
• Your availability during school terms and school holidays

Join a team where children are valued, educators are supported, and every day brings new opportunities to inspire, create and have fun.

CHILD SAFE COMMITMENT STATEMENT

At DEBASCA, the safety, wellbeing and participation of children and young people is our highest priority.

We are committed to the paramountcy principle, ensuring the best interests of every child guide everything we do. We seek educators who actively promote children's rights, understand their responsibilities under Child Protection legislation, and are committed to creating a culture where children feel safe, respected, included and heard.

We have zero tolerance for child abuse and harmful conduct and are committed to maintaining a child-safe, inclusive and culturally safe environment for all children.

All employees, volunteers and visitors are expected to uphold our Child Safe Policies, Code of Conduct, Mandatory Reporting obligations and the Child Safe Standards. Through robust child-safe recruitment, ongoing training and clear professional boundaries, we work to prevent, identify and respond appropriately to child safety concerns.

We believe child safety is everyone's responsibility and are dedicated to ensuring all children—including First Nations children, children from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, children with disability, and those experiencing vulnerability—feel safe, valued, respected and empowered.

Rigorous child-safe recruitment procedures are followed to ensure all employees, volunteers and contractors are appropriately screened and appointed in accordance with our Child Safe Recruitment Policy and the Child Safe Standards.

Job Types: Part-time, Permanent, Casual

Pay: $36.00 – $47.00 per hour

Benefits:

• Childcare assistance
• Employee discount
• Professional development assistance

Work Authorisation:

• Australia (Required)

Work Location: In person