THE ROLE
YMCA SA is seeking an OSHC Assistant Director to join us at our OSHC site in McLaren Vale, opening on the 12th of October 2026. As our OSHC Assistant Director, reporting to and assisting the OSHC Service Director, you will play a pivotal role in leading our passionate and dedicated team to create a supportive work atmosphere and deliver outstanding programs that promote children's growth and development.
Your leadership and expertise will ensure that our care, recreation, and leisure programs are of the highest quality, providing children with the best possible experiences. You will inspire continuous learning and professional development among our educators, sharing information and knowledge on best practices, policy developments, and community changes.
As a motivated and customer-focused leader, you will go above and beyond to maintain the highest quality of service, placing a strong emphasis on the social, emotional, and interpersonal development of children. The role is a part-time opportunity, with 32 hours per week on offer (negotiable).
SKILLS & EXPERIENCE
Successful candidates will also have, or be willing to obtain:
Tertiary Qualification in Children’s Services (relevant field), or equivalent knowledge or experience
HLTAID009 Provide CPR
HLTAID012 Provide First Aid in Education and Care
Certificate of completion for “Responding to Risks of Harm, Abuse and Neglect – Education and Care” Masterclass Training
Food Handling Training
National Child Safety Training
Sound knowledge of OSHC Quality Assurance and recognised School Age Care Framework
To view the full position description for this role, please visit our website at https://www.sa.ymca.org.au/get-involved/careers/find-a-job.
ABOUT THE Y
YMCA South Australia is a not-for-profit community organisation that has served the South Australian community for more than 175 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.
THE BENEFITS
The opportunity to join a leading provider of recreation, community, and children’s services
Free access to YMCA SA managed recreation centres (pools, gyms, courts) and for immediate family when visiting together*
Additional allowance on top of your pay through our participation in the ECEC Worker Retention Payment scheme
Enjoy 20% off discounts - programs, classes, café food, merch, and OSHC/Vacation Care services*
Access to free flu vaccinations and our Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
A culture of empowerment and growth with ongoing opportunities for learning and career/skill development
Join a passionate team of professional individuals that work to inspire the community
- Terms and Conditions apply
HOW TO APPLY
For a confidential discussion about this opportunity, please contact Ellie Adams on 0460 029 885 or [email protected].
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 14th of September 2026.
COMMITMENT TO SAFEGUARDING CHILDREN
At the Y, we are committed to empowering all Children and Young People to feel safe
and be safe, at the Y, in their families and in their communities. As such, we ensure that
all of our candidates are appropriately screened to make sure that the right people are
in the right roles. This includes:
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)
Children and Young People Policy: https://www.sa.ymca.org.au/who-we-are/safeguarding-children
YMCA South Australia is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to
safeguarding children and young people and other vulnerable people.
