THE ROLE
YMCA SA is looking for an OSHC Regional Manager to join our team on a full-time basis. This is an exciting opportunity to step into a pivotal leadership role where you will make a genuine difference in the lives of children, families and the dedicated teams who serve them every day. As OSHC Regional Manager, reporting to the Children's Services Operations Manager, you will lead across a portfolio of school-based services throughout South Australia, championing quality care, continuous improvement and a culture where both children and staff truly thrive.
As OSHC Regional Manager, reporting to the Children's Services Operations Manager, you will:
Provide leadership to ensure quality care, recreation and leisure programs for children, and direction, support, and continuous learning for staff according to the National Quality Standards
Build the YMCA of South Australia’s reputation as a quality provider of OSHC services
Provide first level support to OSHC Directors, including reviewing reports, Vacation Care programs, and timely response to questions
Support a culture of continuous learning in the workplace (including own workplace learning)
Attend Advisory Committee and School Leadership meetings as required
In conjunction with the Children's Services Operations Manager; prepare, monitor and review the service’s annual budget and fee structure
ABOUT THE Y
YMCA South Australia is a not-for-profit community organisation that has served the South Australian community for more than 170 years. Our aim is to develop the whole person, helping all South Australians connect with a better life - not only physical fitness and capabilities but also sense of identity, purpose, hope and dignity, psychological health, resilience, social connectedness, lifelong learning and contribution back into the community. We are a leading provider of recreation, community, and children’s services and we deliver programs and services across the state in settings including community recreation centres, swimming pools, health and fitness facilities, community centres, camps, early education and schools and youth services.
SKILLS & EXPERIENCE
Successful candidates will also have, or be willing to obtain:
Tertiary qualification in Children’s Services (relevant field)
Certificate of completion for “Responding to Risk of Harm, Abuse and Neglect” (RRHAN -EC) training
HLTAID012 Current Provide Emergency First Aid in an Education and Care Setting
HLTAID009 Provide CPR
Strong leadership experience to staff including training, quality improvement, support, and maintaining the standards of the service
BENEFITS WITH THE Y
Free Access - Free access to YMCA SA managed recreation centres (pools, gyms, courts) and for immediate family when visiting together
YMCA SA Discounts - 20% off programs, classes, café food, merch, and OSHC/Vacation Care services
Health and Wellbeing - Access to free flu vaccinations and our Employee Assistance Program (EAP) with 24/7 support
Career Growth Opportunities - A culture of empowerment and growth with ongoing opportunities for learning and career/skill development
HOW TO APPLY
For a confidential discussion about this opportunity, please contact Tabitha Norris at [email protected] or at 0484 907 081.
Does this sound like you? Please submit your resume and cover letter You must address the key selection criteria in your application. Please note, only shortlisted applicants will be notified.
Applications close 21 August 2026.
COMMITMENT TO SAFEGUARDING CHILDREN
At the Y, we're committed to empowering all Children and Young People to feel safe and be safe, at the Y, in their families and in their communities. All candidates are appropriately screened to ensure that they are in the right roles, including:
National Police Check (issued in the last 6 months)
DHS Working with Children Check
International Criminal History Record Check (if worked overseas in the last 5 years)
YMCA South Australia is an equal opportunity employer committed to safeguarding children, young people, and other vulnerable people.
