About the opportunity

The Uniting Wahroonga Prep OSHC  is licensed for 45 children during After School Care and Vacation Care. As a specialist in  Prep - Outside of School Hours Care and having a strong knowledge of the National Quality Standards, you will build a strong community culture in the centre and school, liaising with parents and developing staff.

Hours of operation are:

• 7am - 9am Monday to Friday
• 2:30pm- 6:00pm Monday to Friday
• Vacation Care  service operates 8am-6pm

In this role, you will be required to work 38 hours per week, with time off allocated for administration tasks. 

Essential Requirements

• Certificate IV in Children Services and/or OSHC Services
• Approved child protection clearance
• Valid First Aid Course
• Valid Working With Children Check
• Understanding of diversity and inclusive practice
• Effective written and verbal communication skills
• Commitment to working within the values of Uniting Children, Young People and Families.

What do I need to succeed?

• Approved asthma emergency and anaphylaxis training
• Experience and knowledge of the National Quality Standard – My Time Our Place framework.
• Able to demonstrate a genuine love of working with children or caring for children
• Keen eye for identifying and mitigating risks
• Previous experience in leadership role and mentoring colleagues
• Good decision-making and problem-solving skills

Who are we?

At Uniting, we believe in taking real steps to make the world a better place. We work to inspire people, enliven communities and confront injustice.

Our services are in the areas of aged care and disability, community services, and chaplaincy and we get involved in social justice and advocacy issues that impact the people we serve.  We commit to respecting children and act to keep them safe.

As an organisation we celebrate our diversity and welcome all people regardless of ethnicity, faith, sexual orientation and gender identity.

“We commit to respecting children and take action to keep them safe” 

 At Uniting we believe vaccination to be the best way to keep our employees and clients safe from COVID-19.  We require all employees to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 as a condition of employment.

Employment with Uniting is subject to satisfactory background checks which may include a National Police Check, Working with Children Check and Reference Checks.