OSHC Assistant Educator

Are you an OSHC Assistant Educator, eager to join our supportive and welcoming team? Perhaps you’re studying or have carer responsibilities and looking for part time and regular hours?  Do you have a passion for providing exciting and engaging activities for primary school aged children and are you familiar with the My Time Our Place: Framework for School Age Care in Australia, then look no further and join our dynamic team!

Our OSHC Team is dedicated to providing quality childcare in a school setting for children aged 5 to 12 years. You’ll help to deliver a variety of leisure-based programs – from arts and crafts to sport games - where you will Inspire young minds.

What are the specifics of the role?

We are seeking a superstar educator at Drouin South to provide quality before and after school care. The hourly rate range is $29.70 - $34.65 per hour + super + salary tax packaging + allowances. Additional hours provided for training, team meetings and more. Split Shift Allowance of $21.38 per shift is also payable. 

The hours will be;

Monday: 6:30am-9:00am & 3:15pm-6:30pm
Tuesday: 6:30am-9:00am & 3:15pm-6:30pm 
Wednesday: 6:30am-9:00am & 3:15pm-6:30pm 
Thursday: 6:30am-9:00am & 3:15pm-6:30pm     

As Windermere is a not-for-profit organisation, employees are able to claim everyday living expenses up to $15,900 against their annual Pre-Tax Salary.  Use the salary packaging calculator available here - Salary Packaging Calculator | Accesspay - (*******************************************************************>

If this sounds like the role for you, refer to Key Selection Criteria below.

Why work for Windermere?
We are an organisation with a big heart; we care about our people and strive for continuous improvement; we are committed to a culture of individualised flexibility and support.

In our May 2026 employee survey - 84.4% of our employees would recommend Windermere as a place to work and 87.7% felt we are committed to diversity, equity and inclusion, view the results here - *******************************************************>

Staff Benefits and Entitlements
This is where we stand out from the crowd and Windermere offers a wide range of unique benefits such as:
•    Above Award Personal Leave and 17.5% annual leave loading
•    Gifted days off (between Christmas and New Year)
•    Annual Wellbeing Leave Day - no reason needed, it's just for you!
•    Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Cultural and Ceremonial Leave
•    Public Holiday Substitution - e.g. work Australia Day or Good Friday and take leave on another day.
•    Employee Referral Program - $500 per referral
•    Structured performance and 1-on-1 development check-ins
•    Secondment and career growth opportunities
•    Staff discount program for everyday items e.g. groceries, movie tickets, health insurance and more
•    Reward & Recognition Program - become a Windermere All Star!
•    Opportunities for professional development
•    High quality IT and access to fleet cars

Key Selection Criteria

• ACECQA approved qualification for Educators working with over preschool children
• Current Victorian Working with Children’s Check
• Level 2 First Aid, including CPR and anaphylaxis and asthma management training
• Understanding of the needs and development of children aged 4 to 12 years
• Previous experience and/or Food Safety Handling certificate would be an advantage
• Demonstrated experience in working within the National Quality Framework
• Demonstrated ability and understanding of developing positive relationships with children and families
• Good planning and evaluation skills
• Willingness to promote and support practices that are inclusive, culturally responsive, safe and accessible.
• Current Victorian Drivers’ Licence or valid licence recognised by VicRoads, that is also free from conditions.  Please note: Whilst it is an inherent requirement of the position to hold a current and valid Victorian Driver’s Licence free from conditions/restrictions, Windermere may provide consideration to individual circumstances where reasonable adjustments are required.
• Willingness to undertake relevant pre-employment screening and checks - including, Police Check, Pre-Employment Medical and Working with Children Employee check.
• Right to Work in Australia e.g. Australian Citizen, Permanent Resident or Visa holder with full working rights.

How to Apply
If this job excites you, then click the “Apply” button to view the detailed Position Description and submit your application. Please also ensure you address the Key Selection Criteria in your application letter.

If you require any specific access adjustments or support within the Windermere recruitment, interview or onboarding process please contact our Recruitment Team via phone +************* or email *******************************. Please do not directly email applications, instead click the "Apply" button.

You belong at Windermere
At Windermere, we believe that diverse teams build stronger communities. We want every single person who works with us to feel genuinely safe, valued, and celebrated for exactly who they are - regardless of their background, identity or identity expression.

For us, inclusion isn’t a checklist, it is the heartbeat of our culture. We are deeply committed to walking alongside Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples through our Reconciliation Action Plan, and we actively nurture a safe, affirming workplace for our LGBTIQA+, CALD, and disability communities. We welcome unique perspectives and encourage people with varied work and life experiences to apply.

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