Job Description
Work alongside the Service Coordinator to support daily operations, lead the team in their absence, and deliver engaging, play-based programs that make a real difference.......
- Before and After School Care and Vacation care
- Location: Kotara South Public School
- Full-Time 38 hours per week
Join a values-driven organisation that genuinely invests in its people, and grow your leadership in a role that matters. At Wesley Mission, we uphold children’s rights, take the Child Safe Standards seriously and require all staff working in our service to hold a cleared Working with Children Check
About the role
As the Assistant Coordinator (Senior Educator) at our Kotara South service, you will work alongside the Service Coordinator to support daily operations, lead the team in their absence, and deliver engaging, play-based programs that make a real difference.
You will mentor fellow Educators, build genuine relationships with families and school staff, and uphold high standards of care and compliance in a service that backs you every step of the way.
This role suits someone with emerging leadership qualities, a passion for working with children, and the energy and enthusiasm to contribute to a close-knit, inclusive team culture.
Our Kotara South service is licensed for 100 children and located in a dedicated OOSH hub within Kotara South Public School. The team is welcoming, energetic, and committed to creating an inclusive environment where children can thrive. This role includes a mix of split shifts and block shifts.
What we are looking for
We are seeking a confident and capable leader who is passionate about working with school aged children and supporting Educators to thrive. You will bring energy, professionalism, and a calm, organised approach to managing a service. You enjoy working collaboratively with families, schools, and colleagues, and understand the importance of creating a welcoming, inclusive environment.
Demonstrated behaviours
- Sound working knowledge if the Child Safe Standards
- Ability to lead and inspire a team through clear decision making and a supportive management style
- Confidence working independently while contributing positively to a broader team
- Strong communication, listening, and problem solving skills
- Initiative, reliability, and professional judgement
- Emotional maturity, resilience, and adaptability
- Enthusiasm for creating engaging, play based experiences for children
About us
For over 25 years, Wesley Out of School Hours Care has been creating environments where children feel safe, families feel supported, where children’s safety and wellbeing are non-negotiable 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.
We operate 16 services across Sydney, the Central Coast and Newcastle regions. 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.
Essential skills and knowledge
- Early Childhood Education and Care qualification or equivalent
- Sound working knowledge of the National Quality Framework and My Time, Our Place
- Minimum one year experience working in a children’s service
- Demonstrated experience coordinating or leading a team
- Ability to plan, implement, and review high quality programs
- First Aid, Asthma and Anaphylaxis qualifications
- Knowledge of workplace health and safety
- Current Working with Children Check
- Completion of approved Child Protection Training
- Current driver’s licence
- Strong organisational skills with the ability to prioritise and meet deadlines
- Well developed written and verbal communication skills
- Proficient computer skills including Microsoft Office and QikKids
- Willingness to work split shifts as required
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 “Senior Educator – Kotara South” in the subject line and send your application to:
Michelle Birch via the 'Apply to this Job' button below.
Closing date: Monday 24th August 2026 at 5pm
Wesley Mission is a Christian organisation requiring all staff to affirm its values and Worker code of conduct. We are committed to providing an environment in which children can feel safe and valued
The suitable applicant will be subject to the relevant pre-employment checks for appointment to positions within Wesley Mission. Wesley Mission is committed to diversity, inclusion and reconciliation. Guided by our vision of doing all the good we can because every life matters, we welcome applications from people of all backgrounds and social demographics, and strongly encourage Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples to apply
Do Applicants need to have Permission to work in Australia?
Wesley Mission is a high profile, multi-faceted Christian organisation making a real difference in the community. We work with the most disadvantaged in our community by providing over 200 services ranging from aged care, homeless services, child and family care, counselling, employment, training and education, and health services.