- Before and After School Care and Vacation care
- Location: Northern Beaches
- Full-Time 38 hours per week
Lead a new OOSH service with the support of a values driven not for profit organisation that genuinely invests in its people. This is a hands-on leadership role suited to an experienced OOSH professional ready to take ownership of a service while being well supported.
About us
For over 25 years, Wesley Out of School Hours Care has been creating environments where children feel safe, families feel supported, and Educators feel genuinely valued. As part of Wesley Mission, a trusted not for profit organisation with over 200 years of community service, we are proud to deliver care that makes a lasting difference.
Wesley OOSH operates 15 services across Sydney, the Central Coast and Hunter regions. Our programs are guided by the My Time, Our Place framework and shaped by strong relationships with schools, families, and local communities. We are committed to child safe standards. All staff are expected to uphold strict professional boundaries, follow child protection policies, and actively contribute to a culture where children feel safe, respected, and supported.
About the role
As the Centre Coordinator, you will lead a vibrant team of educators, be the Nominated Supervisor and be in charge of the day-to-day operation of the service. This role suits an experienced OOSH professional who enjoys hands on leadership, values strong relationships, and is confident managing compliance within a supportive organisational structure. You will have the autonomy to lead your service while being backed by an experienced Area Manager and a wider organisational network.
To be successful in this position you will have strong leadership qualities, be passionate and love working with children. You will be highly motivated, enthusiastic, energetic and dedicated to providing children with the best possible childhood experiences. You will also have a cooperative approach to working with stakeholders.
Demonstrated behaviours:
- ability to engage and inspire a passionate team through clear decision making and the provision of a supportive and collaborative management style
- demonstrated ability to work unsupervised as well as an effective team player with a positive can-do attitude
- relate well to a range of people with sound listening and problem-solving skill
- be spontaneous, energetic and enthusiastic
- confident professional with strong initiative
- be reliable
- display emotional maturity and resilience
Essential skills and knowledge
an Early Childhood Education and Care qualification or equivalent
sound working knowledge of the National Quality Framework and My Time Our Place
minimum 1-year experience working in a Children’s service.
demonstrated experience in coordinating a team
ability to direct the development, planning, implementation and review of innovative, stimulating, high quality
programming for the service
First Aid, Asthma and Anaphylaxis qualification
knowledge of Workplace Health and Safety
current Working with Children Check
completion of DEC approved Child Protection Training
current driver’s licence
proven organisational skills, ability to multi-task, prioritise workloads and meet deadlines
demonstrable skills in conflict resolution and change management
thorough attention to detail
excellent written and verbal skills
be prepared to work split shifts as required
excellent interpersonal skills, flexible and patient
proficient computer skills in Microsoft Office
What we offer
- Salary and conditions in line with the Children’s Services Award
- Generous salary packaging through AccessPay to increase take home pay
- Educational Assistance Scheme including fee reimbursement and study leave
- Fitness Passport with discounted access to gyms and pools across NSW
- Blue Light Card discounts across retail, travel, and entertainment Employee Assistance Program offering confidential counselling, wellbeing, financial, and legal support
- Ongoing professional development and leadership support
- The opportunity to work within a values driven organisation that invests in its people
Apply now
Applications should include a cover letter addressing the selection criteria and a current resume.
Please quote “Centre Coordinator – Northern Beaches” in the subject line and send your application to:
[email protected]
Closing date: Monday 20th July 2026 at 5pm
Wesley Mission is committed to diversity and inclusion and welcomes applications from people of all backgrounds and social demographics. Wesley Mission is a Christian organisation requiring all staff to affirm its values. We are committed to providing an environment in which children can feel safe and valued. Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people are encouraged to apply.
The suitable applicant will be subject to the relevant pre-employment checks for appointment to positions within Wesley Mission (including provision of a valid Working with Children Check clearance number).
