OSHC Educator - Qualified - ESO2

Position Type: Out of School Hours Care

Employment Status: Casual – BSC / ASC, Pupil Free Days and Vacation Care

Classification Level: ESO2 – Qualified Tier 2

• Dedicated OSHC Educators
• Vibrant, supportive & nurturing environment
• High sense of community

St Thomas More School is seeking a Qualified Tier 2 - OSHC Education Support Officer to join our vibrant and dedicated OSHC team. We are looking for someone who brings genuine enthusiasm and a deep care for children.

Our Outside School Hours Care service is a valued and respected part of the St Thomas More School community, ensuring students are nurtured in a safe, supportive, and caring environment Before and After School as well as pupil free days.

• Ensure a safe environment is maintained for children and employees.
• Apply skills, knowledge and experience, commensurate with qualification and role requirements, to ensure work is undertaken in accordance with OSHC policies and procedures to support the service in attaining and maintaining compliance with National Quality Framework and Standards.
• Actively contribute to the development of strong team work skills and the creation of a supportive team environment.
• Actively and positively participate in school and OSHC service activities, events, meetings, professional reviews, training and professional development activities to remain current with school protocols and industry standards and best practice.

To be successful in the role, you will have experience and passion for working with young people in growth-focused, positive and professional ways:

• Demonstrated ability working and communicating effectively with children. Experience working with children with additional needs 
• Ability to implement positive and supportive behaviour management practices and be a good role model for students 

• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills  

• Proven ability to develop a strong positive rapport with students, staff, and parents/caregivers and foster effective professional relationships. 

• Willingness to uphold the culture and ethos of Catholic schools
• An active commitment to ongoing professional learning and development

For further information refer to the Position Description

You will have:

• Applicants must have an approved ACECQA qualification (A Certificate III qualification in a relevant discipline or other suitable qualification that meets the ACECQA approved standard for a Tier 2 Educator. Review a list of approved qualifications here and/or share demonstrated experience in a similar or comparative role.  

• Approved Responding to Risks of Harm Abuse and Neglect – Education and Care (RRHAN-EC) certificate.
• Current Provide First Aid in an Education and Care Setting (HLTAID012) certificate
• Current acceptable Department of Human Services (DHS) Working With Children Check (WWCC)
• Geccko – Mandatory National Child Safety training or the willingness to complete before commencement
• Food Safety training

Additional Information 

• Applications will be reviewed as they are received, and we reserve the right to interview shortlisted candidates and appoint prior to the closing date.  

The successful candidates will be required to undergo our screening process, which includes a Working with Children Check, E-Screen, Applicant Declaration Form, First Aid Certificate and RRHAN. 

At St Thomas More School, Elizabeth Park, you will be part of a welcoming and inclusive Catholic school community where every person is valued, respected, and supported to thrive. Guided by the Mercy Values of compassion, justice, respect, hospitality, service, and courage, our dedicated team enjoys a supportive and collaborative workplace, opportunities for professional growth, and the chance to contribute to our school community in a meaningful way. 

If you are passionate about making a positive impact and want to be part of a school community that is committed to working in partnership with staff and families to support every child to achieve their best, we would love to hear from you. 

To learn more about our school community, visit our website https://sttmore.catholic.edu.au/ and connect with us on Facebook https://www.facebook.com/StThomasMoreElizabethPark/.

About Us?

St Thomas More School, is a welcoming and inclusive Catholic primary school located in Elizabeth Park, South Australia. Founded by the Sisters of Mercy, we are guided by the values of compassion, justice, respect, hospitality, service, and courage, and are committed to nurturing the spiritual, academic, social, and emotional growth of every child. 

At the heart of our school is a strong sense of community, where students and families are known, valued, and supported. We aim to build positive partnerships with families and create a learning environment where every child feels a sense of belonging and is encouraged to succeed. 

Our vibrant learning environment is complemented by recently renovated facilities, including a modern STEM Room, Resource Centre, and Performing Arts Space, providing engaging opportunities for creativity, innovation, an...