Outside School Hours Care Manager – ELC

Applications for this position close: Friday 9.00am 24 July 2026, although we reserve the right to make an early appointment should a suitable candidate apply.  Applications will be reviewed as they’re received.

The position

As a Manager:

• Work collaboratively with the Director of Junior School (Early Years) to ensure the smooth day to day management of the ELC Outside School Hours Care and Holiday Programs;
• Assume the position of “Responsible Person” from 3pm – 6pm term time, and as required in School Holiday periods;
• Undertake direct supervision of ELC OSHC staff, in collaboration with the Director of Junior School (Early Years);
• Build strong relationships with families and act as the direct point of contact for questions, concerns;
• Act as a liaison between class teachers/co-educators and OSHC staff regarding room usage;
• Oversee high quality planning, implementation and evaluation of the care and education programs in the Early Learning Centre Outside School Hours Care Program, in accordance with the Centre’s philosophy;
• Ensure compliance to National Quality Framework across OSHC Program, in collaboration with the Director of Junior School (Early Years);
• Manage staffing absences when the Director of Junior School (Early Years) is on leave;
• Manage Holiday Program rosters, breaks, parent communication administration; and
• Upskill on elements of CCS software in order to manage basic functions (in absence of ELC Clerical Assistant).

As an Early Childhood Educator:

• Demonstrate at all times active support of the School’s aims, objectives, policies and rules, and at all times provide a model for learning and living;
• Treat each child with dignity and respect and build a positive relationship with each child as an individual;
• Undertake all duties in a competent manner;
• Act as a qualified educator, included in required staff: child ratios for delivery of the OSHC and Holiday Program (3pm – 6 pm Term time and as required in School Holidays);
• Undertake some periods of class cover (term time), relieving Teachers and co-educators for breaks as required;
• As required attend Chapel, Assemblies, special services and ELC/School activities;
• Work collaboratively as part of a team to keep complete and accurate records of each child’s progress and the program;
• Carry out administrative tasks thoroughly and in accordance with School policies and procedures; and
• Undertake professional development, such as reading and attending courses, for the purpose of increasing knowledge and skills relating to the needs of the children and requirements of the program.

As a provider of pastoral care:

• Communicate to teaching staff any information regarding the physical, social, emotional and intellectual development of each child;
• As appropriate, assist children to resolve problems;
• Establish and maintain effective communication with and between families and staff at the ELC; and
• Inform and consult with the Director of Junior School (Early Years) any concerns regarding the welfare and wellbeing of children in their care. 

As a Member of Staff:

• Attend and actively participate in team and staff meetings;
• Contribute to policy formation and development;
• Ensure a high standard of hygiene is maintained and that the centre is kept clean and tidy, being mindful of the importance of keeping an aesthetically pleasing environment;
• Share responsibilities for the safety, cleanliness and tidiness of the centre environment and equipment, both indoor and outdoor;
• Maintain confidentiality on information about the children and their families; and
• Perform duties in a responsible manner in relation to duty of care.

Other Duties:

• Undertake such other duties as may be required by the Principal.

To note: It is the nature of the work at CGGS that tasks and responsibilities are, in many circumstances, unpredictable and varied. All staff members are therefore expected to work in a flexible way when the occasion arises and undertake tasks that are not specifically covered in the position description.

Skills and experience

• Diploma of Early Childhood Education and Care or equivalent
• First Aid (HLTAID004)