Second in Charge | Bellambi Fun Club

Job Description

Join our new team at Bellambi Fun Club! Permanent, part-time - Monday - Friday, 17.5 hours per week. ASC only We are excited to announce the opening of Fun Club @ Bellambi. Our service stands out due to our strong connection with families, children, and the community, alongside our nearby preschool. Right now, we’re looking for a 2IC for our new Bellambi Fun Club service, located at Bellambi Public School. This is a permanent, part-time opportunity to work during After School Care, Monday to Friday. If you are passionate about making a difference and being part of our team, we would love to hear from you! Big smiles and bigger opportunities We’re Big Fat Smile. A not-for-profit that plays a pivotal role in the lives of thousands of children and families across Australia. We’re early education enthusiasts, with 40+ community preschools, long day care centres and fun clubs, and a variety of community and inclusion programs. Each one dedicated to giving every child the best start in life. And each well-respected for the work it does. Working at Big Fat Smile, there’s a lot to smile about. The trust you’ll be given in exchange for your expertise. The freedom you’ll have to use your judgement, adapt learning approaches, and bring creativity and playfulness to a child’s day. The joy you’ll get from doing work you love with team members who are as invested as you. And the beautiful relationships you’ll form with peers, children, and families – through shared experiences that are as rich as they are rewarding. Due to our size, there are big opportunities for those who want to go further. You’ll find meaningful career paths with lots of promotions across our centres. And because professional learning and growth is at the heart of everything we do, you’ll have the support and knowledge to succeed. More than a job, this is an opportunity to make a child’s world a better, brighter place. Get greater enjoyment from your work and make more of a difference in the lives of every child in our child-first organisation. A supportive and safe workplace When the going gets tough (as it sometimes does in this sector), you’ll find teammates and leaders have your back. There’s a real in-it-together feeling here thanks to a safe and supportive environment, and well-established policies and processes that outline exactly what’s expected and needed in any situation. Everyone’s in it together, making it easier for you to thrive. We treasure the expertise of our educators As a 2IC, you’ll play a critical role in shaping young minds. You’ll create happy, healthy relationships between a child and the most important people in their lives. You’ll bring fun, laughter, and play to each day, but most importantly, you’ll create magical moments for children to experiment and grow. What you need to succeed A cleared valid for paid work, Working With Children Check (WWCC) Diploma of Children's Services or related qualification (desirable) Experience as a support worker, SLSO, OOSH Educator/2IC, or engagement with school-aged children Outstanding skills in communication with families and the community Demonstrated commitment to work health and safety Strong understanding and experience in the implementation of educational programs and leadership within the centre as the Educational Leader A fun-loving attitude! There are lots of reasons why a role with us is rewarding You will feel supported by a Total Well-being Platform that gives you access to self-assessments, articles, toolkits, podcasts, perks and savings, and other resources. We are proud to be part of the multi-employer bargaining process. Join us to experience the rewards of a 15% pay increase over the next two years. You will have financial peace of mind with a 60% discount on early learning and care and out of school hours care services. You can save money with our Benefits platform with meaningful discounts from over 500 retailers on everyday purchases, including groceries, cinema tickets, clothing, homewares, tech, gym membership, and more. You can focus on what matters most because you have support from head office specialists and expertise, such as inclusion professionals and pedagogy and practice. How to apply Please send us: A copy of your resume A brief cover letter that outlines why you are a good fit for the role Join us and you’ll be smiling too, when you make more of a difference. Safeguarding children is embedded in all we do. Through our Child Safe Framework and Values, we are committed to ensuring the safety and well-being of all children entrusted to our care. #J-18808-Ljbffr