Director Out of School Hours Care (OSHC)

Director Out of School Hours Care (OSHC)

Position Type

School Leadership

Commence Date

ASAP

Employment Status

Permanent / Ongoing

FTE/Hours per week

Full Time

Role Details

About Us
St Mary’s College is the oldest continuously operating girls’ school in South Australia. A Reception to Year 12 Catholic Dominican College in the heart of Adelaide, we provide a nurturing, purpose-driven education where every student is seen and supported to grow into their full potential.

While we are steeped in tradition, we are not traditional. We understand the challenges and
opportunities facing girls today and intentionally design learning environments that empower
students to find their voice - and to use it. Girls at St Mary’s are encouraged to become confident and courageous learners - unafraid to lead, challenge norms, and speak up for what matters.

About the Role
St Mary’s College is seeking an experienced and passionate leader to oversee our Out of School Hours Care (OSHC) service, including Before School Care, After School Care and Vacation Care programs.

As Director, you will provide strategic, operational and educational leadership, ensuring a child-safe, inclusive and engaging environment for children and families.

This is an exciting opportunity to make a meaningful impact by leading a high-quality OSHC service where children feel valued, supported and inspired to thrive.

Key Responsibilities include:

• Lead consistent relational practice that is respectful, responsive, strengths-based and protective of each child’s dignity, agency, culture and sense of belonging.
• As Educational Leader, lead the design, implementation, documentation and evaluation of a child-centred recreation and leisure program that aligns with My Time, Our Place and reflects the strengths, interests, cultures, identities and capabilities of children.
• Drive high-quality educational practice by guiding educators to observe, interpret, support and extend children’s participation, agency and learning, while establishing effective assessment and planning processes
• Develop, implement, monitor and review risk-minimisation systems covering supervision, arrivals and departures, excursions, transport, emergency and evacuation, incidents, medical conditions, medication, allergies, infectious illness, food safety, sun protection, digital safety and safe physical environments.
• Ensure educator deployment and rosters meet regulated child-to-educator ratios, qualification requirements and the service’s supervision plan at all times.
• Plan, monitor and in collaboration with College leadership evaluate indoor and outdoor environments so they are safe, inclusive, well-maintained, developmentally appropriate and support diverse forms of play, leisure, learning and rest.
• Lead daily workforce planning and deployment, including preparing rosters, relief arrangements and allocation of responsibilities
• Identify capability and development needs, coordinate professional learning, provide regular feedback and support individual development plans in consultation with the Principal or delegate.
• Develop respectful, reciprocal partnerships with families and provide regular, accessible information about the program, children’s participation, service operations and opportunities for involvement.
• Develop, implement and review effective management systems, policies, procedures, risk controls, records and delegations that enable a quality, child-safe and compliant service.
• Maintain readiness for regulatory, funding and organisational requirements and ensure accurate statutory notifications, returns, records and reports are completed within required timeframes.

Key Outcomes of the role:

• The OSHC service is an authentic expression of the College’s Catholic and Dominican values and traditions.
• Children experience a safe, inclusive, engaging and responsive program in which their agency and wellbeing are evident.
• Quality practice is consistently embedded across all seven NQS quality areas, supported by clear evidence, critical reflection and demonstrable improvement over time.
• The Quality Improvement Plan is current, evidence-based, actively implemented and routinely reviewed with educators and stakeholders.
• Educators understand expectations, contribute to decisions, engage in reflective practice and demonstrate growth in capability and consistency.
• Risks, incidents, complaints and compliance obligations are managed promptly, accurately and with effective corrective action.
• Families and partners experience respectful communication, meaningful engagement and confidence in the service.
• Operations, staffing, records and resources are effectively managed within approved delegations and available resources.

The successful candidate will demonstrate:

• Advanced Diploma or Diploma in OSHC or Children's Services or relevant Degree or Early Childhood Education Qualification (or ACECQA-approved equivalent)
• Proven experience as a OSHC Director
• Knowledge of ACECQA guidelines
• Demonstrated specialised knowledge of the National Quality Framework, National Quality Standard, Education and Care Services National Law and Regulations, My Time, Our Place and contemporary OSHC practice
• Knowledge and experience in developing and implementing age-appropriate and curriculum-aligned learning models
• Excellent written and verbal communication and relationship-building skills
• Sound observation and reporting skills
• Intermediate computer literacy skills, or other and proficiency in Outlook, Excel, Word
• Knowledge in business and financial acumen
• Relationship Building – is capable of establishing and maintaining productive, respectful, and collaborative relationships with a diverse range of people
• Planning and Organisation – is able to effectively manage time, priorities, resources, and workload to achieve objectives and meet deadlines
• Problem Solving – is able to identify issues, analyse information, consider options, and implement practical and effective solutions
• Continuous Improvement - seeks opportunities to learn, develop, and enhance processes, systems, and outcomes
• Provides effective leadership by inspiring, guiding, and supporting others to achieve shared goals while fostering accountability, development, and engagement
• Strategic Thinking – is able to consider long-term impacts, align actions with organisational goals, and contribute to future-focused planning

Why work for us?

• Leadership opportunity within a highly regarded Catholic Girls School.
• Make a meaningful impact on the wellbeing and success of young children.
• Work within a supportive and collaborative leadership team.
• Contribute to a vibrant school community.
• Access professional growth and leadership development opportunities.

For details about St Mary’s College and a copy of the position description, please visit the School’s website at *****************************

The work pattern will be determined in discussion with the successful candidate.

For a confidential discussion, please contact Mr Chris Martin, Deputy Principal: Community,
Standards and Wellbeing on ************

The School reserves the right to shortlist and interview candidates prior to the closing date.
The successful applicant will be required to maintain a valid Working with Children Check,
Protective Practices and Responding to Risks of Harm, Abuse and Neglect – Education and Care training, A First Aid and CPR Certificates as well as adhere to the School’s Child and Young Person Safe Environment Policy.

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