Director | Outside School Hours Care (OSHC / OOSH) | Inner West, SydneyAbout Us:
At Firefly HR, we redefine what it means to find exceptional talent in the education and care profession.
We work exclusively with a select group of exceptional clients and candidates, ensuring that only the best is connected with the highest quality opportunities - like this one:
The Role:
Lead a not-for-profit, community-based and genuinely focused OSHC service that prioritises quality, autonomy, and meaningful relationships with children and families.
This is a role where your leadership will be valued and respected, and your growth as a professional will be supported every step of the way.
About the Role:
This role is designed for a leader who's ready to bring both professionalism and personality to a community-based stand alone NFP OSHC service.
You'll take on the role of Director with autonomy and respect, crafting a positive, child-led environment aligned with the My Time, Our Place (MTOP) V2.0 principles, where children's wellbeing, curiosity, and agency are at the heart of everything.
Above Award Salary: Offering from $100K + super, with the potential for more based on experience / qualifications.Flexible Leadership: Enjoy flexible hours and block shifts that support work-life balance while allowing you to be present in the service when it counts.Quality Driven: Use your knowledge of the National Quality Framework (NQF) and National Quality Standard (NQS) to inspire quality practices that exceed expectations.Empowerment and Autonomy: Lead with independence, guiding a dedicated team to foster a safe, inclusive, and vibrant space.Connection with Families and Community: Forge strong bonds with families and establish a sense of belonging.Supportive Leadership: Work alongside an encouraging Principal and team.Day to Day and Strategic Operations: Enhance service efficiency and cultivate a continuous improvement methodology.About the Service:
This service is deeply rooted in its local community and committed to creating a safe, inclusive environment for all.
Own Space: A dedicated, private space on school grounds.Dedicated to Quality: Operates above ratio to ensure quality interactions.Trusted Community Hub: Known for its strong relationships with families.Child-Led Focus: Supports holistic, play-based learning, aligned with the MTOP V2.0 framework.Well-Respected Service: Known for prioritising wellbeing, engagement, and continuous improvement.Nourishing Growing Minds: Prioritises high-quality nutrition as an essential part of fostering holistic development.About You:
You're an experienced professional who thrives in a collaborative, community-focused environment.
Experienced in OSHC: Ideally, you bring 4-5 years of hands-on experience in leading and nurturing a thriving OSHC program.A Strategic Leader: Confident in your knowledge of the NQF, NQS, and MTOP.Relational and Personable: Building relationships with families and the community comes naturally.Growth-Minded and Reflective: Committed to reflective practice and continuous improvement.Child Safeguarding:
Looking for an individual that will understand and promote The National Principles for Child Safe Organisations.
In your position, you will help to take action to promote child wellbeing and prevent harm to children and young people.
A NSW Working With Children Check (WWCC) or willingness to obtain.Thorough screening.Reference checks.A national criminal history check.What now?
Please apply through the link.
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