Educational Leader

Samford State School Outside School Hours Care

We are seeking a passionate and experienced Educational Leader to lead the planning, implementation and evaluation of our OSHC educational program.

Working closely with the Coordinator, Assistant Coordinator and programming team, you will lead a collaborative approach to programming, mentor Educators and ensure our program reflects My Time, Our Place, our service philosophy and the interests, strengths and needs of the children.

Hours: Minimum 28 hours per week, including 16 hours of non-contact time.
Roster: Three 8-hour days, with BSC and/or ASC across the remaining two days.

• Lead the planning, implementation, documentation and evaluation of the educational program.

• Drive the ongoing cycle of planning, reflection and continuous improvement.

• Support Educators to understand and implement My Time, Our Place through mentoring and professional guidance.

• Lead and support the programming team, including Room Leaders, Outdoor Leader and Family and Community Leader.

• Develop engaging, play-based experiences that respond to children’s interests, ideas, strengths and needs.

• Lead the development of vacation care programs within required timeframes and budgets.

• Facilitate daily Educator huddles to support communication, planning and team coordination.

• Promote positive guidance strategies and meaningful interactions with children.

• Support professional development, induction, mentoring and performance of Educators.

• Gather feedback from children, families, Educators and the wider community to inform continuous improvement.

• Support compliance with policies, procedures, National Quality Standards and the Quality Improvement Plan.

• Promote inclusion and meaningful connections to Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander cultures.

• Maintain accurate programming documentation and ensure resources are effectively managed.

• Work collaboratively with the Coordinator and Assistant Coordinator to support the effective operation of the service.

You will be a passionate, organised and collaborative leader who:

• Has a strong understanding of My Time, Our Place and play-based learning.

• Is confident mentoring and supporting Educators.

• Has strong communication, leadership and organisational skills.

• Values critical reflection and continuous improvement.

• Builds positive relationships with children, families and the wider community.

• Is committed to creating engaging, inclusive and high-quality OSHC experiences.

If you are ready to lead, inspire and support a team while making a meaningful difference to children’s experiences at Samford OSHC, we would love to hear from you.