Fun Factory Out of School Hours and Vacation Care Service
Principle Functions
To work as a part of a committed, professional and energetic team, providing high quality childcare to primary school age children before and after school and during school holidays.
Accountability
· This position reports to and works under the supervision of the Fun Factory Coordinator and is accountable to the Management Committee of North Richmond Community Centre (NRCC) through the Fun Factory Coordinator and the NRCC Manager.
Networks and works in partnership with
· Fun Factory Coordinator, Educational Leader and Educators
· Children and families who use the Service
Conditions of Employment
24-30 hours per week (neg)., including split shifts Monday - Friday between 6.45am and 6.30pm
Morning shifts during school terms are from 6.45am – 9am and afternoon shifts from 2.15pm – 5.30 /6.30 pm.
· Rates of pay will be per Children’s Services Award 2010, according to qualifications, and above award conditions according to NRCC’s conditions of employment
Essential Selection Criteria
· Experience in working with primary school aged children
· Current Employee Working With Children Check
· National Child Safety Training
Understand child safety and mandatory reporting requirements
Be committed to uphold and maintain a child safe environment
· Current First Aid Certificate, including Asthma and Anaphylaxis training or willingness to obtain within 4 weeks of employment
· Good communication skills and the ability to build rapport with children, co-workers and families
· Positive, fun-loving, patient, kind, compassionate and supportive attitude and demeanour
· Physical and mental ability to complete all tasks required in the position
· Commitment to ongoing professional development
· Reliability and availability and some flexibility regarding shifts
Desirable Selection Criteria
· Current Child Protection Training
· Food Safety Training
· Certificate 4 in OOSH or equivalent
· Working knowledge of National Quality Standards, National Quality Framework, and My Time Our Place
Statement of Duties
· Facilitate a wide variety of indoor and outdoor activities (such as art, craft, sport, music, cooking, gardening, safety and more), appropriate for the age and needs of children using the service, including children with additional needs
· Supervising children at all times, ensuring their well-being and safety, including collecting them from and/or delivering them to school (walking) in a group
· Contribute to the preparation of food
· Contribute to the planning and evaluation of programs
· Develop and maintain good relationships with parents and children
· Communicate with parents about their child/ren’s day to day activities as required
· Contribute to maintaining a safe and stimulating environment for children, including children with special needs
· To be aware of children’s special needs, allergies, parents’ requests (such as cultural values, behaviour management or other), and implement agreed upon strategies
· Actively participate in maintaining the centre as a clean and safe space, which includes setting up, packing down and cleaning resources, and keeping the spaces clean
· Report any safety, behaviour or other concerns to the Coordinator, discuss any issues or concerns regarding children or programs with the Coordinator and implement agreed upon strategies
· Treat all children, staff and community members with respect, regardless of their race, religion, cultural background, family situation, language or differing abilities
· Maintain appropriate records, for example messages, incidents, reports, as directed by the Fun Factory Coordinator
General
· Uphold the professional and ethical standards of NRCC by abiding by the Code of Conduct
· Read, understand and abide by NRCC’s policies and procedures
· Be willing to participate in ongoing professional development
· Work as part of a team – be supportive, reliable, committed, punctual, positive and have a good work ethic
· Participate in team meetings, planning meetings, staff appraisals and fund-raising events as required
· Any other tasks as consistent with the role and approved or directed by the Coordinator
Pay: $32.30 – $40.77 per hour
Work Location: In person
