OOSH / OSHC Educator Kotara South

Seeking enthusiastic, dependable Educators who are committed to child safety, positive relationships, and high quality care......

Before and After School Care and Vacation Care

Location: Kotara South Public School

Casual Educator positions available

Join a child safe, values driven OOSH service where children’s wellbeing comes first and Educators are supported to do meaningful, engaging work.
This role suits people who enjoy working with school aged children, value safety and professionalism, and want to contribute to a positive, inclusive environment.

About the role
As a casual OOSH Educator, you will support the delivery of before and after school care and Vacation Care programs at Kotara South Public School. You will work as part of a large, collaborative team to create a safe, welcoming, and engaging environment for children.

You will support daily routines, supervise play and activities, and build respectful, professional relationships with children, families, and colleagues. A strong understanding of appropriate boundaries, supervision, and child safe practices is essential in this role.

Our Kotara South service is licenced for 100 children and is in a dedicated OOSH hub within the school.

What we are looking for

We are seeking enthusiastic, dependable Educators who are committed to child safety, positive relationships, and high quality care.

You will bring energy, patience, and professionalism to your work, and understand the responsibility that comes with working directly with children. You are comfortable following policies, maintaining clear boundaries, and contributing to a culture where children feel safe, heard, and respected.

About us

For over 25 years, Wesley Out of School Hours Care has been delivering high quality before and after school care in environments where children’s safety and wellbeing are non negotiable. We operate 14 services across Sydney and the Central Coast and are guided by the My Time, Our Place framework.

Wesley OOSH is 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.

Demonstrated behaviours

• Commitment to child safe practices and professional boundaries
• Ability to work both independently and as part of a team
• Reliable, punctual, and accountable
• Calm, respectful communication with children and adults
• Emotional maturity and resilience
• Enthusiasm for play, physical activity, and group experiences

Essential criteria

• Genuine interest in working with school aged children in a child safe environment
• Ability to engage children in safe, inclusive, and age appropriate activities
• Good organisational and time management skills
• Current Employee Working with Children Check or willingness to obtain
• Willingness to complete child protection training and follow all child safe policies
• Ability to work collaboratively with Educators and leadership
• Strong communication skills with children, families, and colleagues

Desirable criteria

• Certificate III or IV in Children’s Services or willingness to undertake a traineeship
• Interest in completing a traineeship in School Age Education and Care
• First Aid, Asthma and Anaphylaxis certification or willingness to obtain
• Previous experience in OOSH or working with school aged children
• Experience facilitating games, sport, or creative activities
• Working knowledge of the National Quality Framework and My Time, Our Place
• Basic computer skills

What we offer

• Employment conditions in line with the Children’s Services Award
• Paid training and onboarding in child safe practices
• Opportunities to complete a traineeship in School Age Education and Care
• Ongoing support, supervision, and professional development
• Employee Assistance Program providing confidential wellbeing support
• A supportive team environment within a values driven, child safe organisation
  

Remuneration

Salary and employment conditions are in accordance with the Children’s Services Award with generous salary packaging available. Other benefits include discounted private health cover, study assistance and Employee Assistance Program.

Closing date:
Monday 6th April 2026 at 5pm

Apply now

Applications should include a brief cover letter and current resume.

Please quote “Educator – Kotara South” in the subject line and submit your application to:
Ariel Galbraith via the 'Apply to this Job' button below.

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.

Wesley Mission is a child safe organisation. The successful applicant will be subject to relevant pre employment checks, including a valid Working with Children Check and completion of mandatory child protection training. Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people are encouraged to apply.