OOSH Assistant / Educator - St Nicholas Rutherford

Job Description

If you currently work at the Diocese of Maitland-Newcastle, including the Catholic Schools Office, please apply through our internal Careers Portal. OOSH Assistant / Educator - St Nicholas Rutherford Posted: 29/01/2025 Closing Date: 01/03/2025 Job Type: Permanent - Part Time Location: Rutherford Job Category: Education, Childcare & Training St Nicholas OOSH prides itself on core values of care, compassion, and inclusion and offers assurance of quality management and practices through our centres. We aim to provide an environment that recognises the value of family and developing secure, respectful, and reciprocal relationships. As an employee of St Nicholas, you will have access to a range of benefits, including: Enjoy up to 10% off at top retailers with our mnBenefits program Above award rate of pay $1,000 staff referral bonuses ($1,500 for eligible positions) 50% off childcare fees for all full and part-time employees Complimentary uniform 1 week shutdown over Christmas and New Year annually (includes 3 days of additional paid leave + public holidays) Paid Industry-leading training and professional development opportunities Part-time employment options to ensure you maintain a healthy work-life balance Corporate benefits, including EAP, flu injections, reduced gym membership and more We are currently seeking an OOSH Assistant / Educator to join our well-established service at Rutherford. This opportunity will be available on a permanent part-time basis working across our before and after school programs and vacation care programs for children aged 5 – 12 years old. As an OOSH Assistant / Educator, you are expected to be an active member of a team which provides high quality childhood education and care to children. Desired Skills and Experience EXPERIENCE/CRITERIA Experience in an OOSH service Computer literacy in order to document examples of learning stories Experience in sport directional coaching (desirable) The ability to engage with children through playing a musical instrument (desirable) Knowledge and practice of a second language (desirable) The ability to incorporate relaxing / meditation or yoga techniques (desirable) QUALIFICATIONS Certificate III in Children’s Services or Certificate IV in School Age Education as identified by Australian Children’s Education and Care Quality Authority or be studying towards an early childhood or Primary Teaching qualification Working with Children Check verification number Current First Aid Certificate, Anaphylaxis and Asthma Management training (desirable) If you genuinely share our passion for Childhood Education, we would love to hear from you! APPLY now. Applications for this position will only be considered if submitted through the following platforms: our careers page on our website, mnpeople, Indeed, Seek, or LinkedIn. Additional Information The Diocese of Maitland-Newcastle is committed to safeguarding children and vulnerable persons and preventing those in our care from suffering abuse or neglect. It is committed to implementing and maintaining compliance with the NSW Child Safe Standards and the National Catholic Safeguarding Standards and takes a zero-tolerance approach to abuse of children or vulnerable persons. All who work in the name of the Diocese must comply with the Diocesan Safeguarding Framework Policy and act in accordance with the Diocese’s Code of Conduct which includes the Diocese’s Safeguarding Commitment Statement. Employees are required to undergo a National Police Check and retain a valid NSW Working with Children Check where necessary, in accordance with legislation. St Nicholas promotes the safety and wellbeing of children from culturally or linguistically diverse backgrounds and encourages applications from people from culturally or linguistically diverse backgrounds. St Nicholas promotes the safety and wellbeing of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander children and encourages applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples. #J-18808-Ljbffr