Outside School Hours Care Manager – Early Learning Centre

Outside School Hours Care Manager – Early Learning Centre

Canberra Girls Grammar School

DEAKIN, ACT

Kindergarten / ELC / Early Childhood

Contract Type: Permanent/Ongoing Position Full Time

Applications Close: 24 July 2026

Work collaboratively with the Director of Junior School (Early Years) to ensure the smooth day to day management of the ELC Outside School Hours Care and Holiday Programs

The position

As a Manager:

• Work collaboratively with the Director of Junior School (Early Years) to ensure the smooth day to day management of the ELC Outside School Hours Care and Holiday Programs;
• Assume the position of “Responsible Person” from 3pm – 6pm term time, and as required in School Holiday periods;
• Undertake direct supervision of ELC OSHC staff, in collaboration with the Director of Junior School (Early Years);
• Build strong relationships with families and act as the direct point of contact for questions, concerns;
• Act as a liaison between class teachers/co-educators and OSHC staff regarding room usage;
• Oversee high quality planning, implementation and evaluation of the care and education programs in the Early Learning Centre Outside School Hours Care Program, in accordance with the Centre’s philosophy;
• Ensure compliance to National Quality Framework across OSHC Program, in collaboration with the Director of Junior School (Early Years);
• Manage staffing absences when the Director of Junior School (Early Years) is on leave;
• Manage Holiday Program rosters, breaks, parent communication administration; and
• Upskill on elements of CCS software in order to manage basic functions (in absence of ELC Clerical Assistant).

As an Early Childhood Educator:

• Demonstrate at all times active support of the School’s aims, objectives, policies and rules, and at all times provide a model for learning and living;
• Treat each child with dignity and respect and build a positive relationship with each child as an individual;
• Undertake all duties in a competent manner;
• Act as a qualified educator, included in required staff: child ratios for delivery of the OSHC and Holiday Program (3pm - 6 pm Term time and as required in School Holidays);
• Undertake some periods of class cover (term time), relieving Teachers and co-educators for breaks as required;
• As required attend Chapel, Assemblies, special services and ELC/School activities;
• Work collaboratively as part of a team to keep complete and accurate records of each child’s progress and the program;
• Carry out administrative tasks thoroughly and in accordance with School policies and procedures; and
• Undertake professional development, such as reading and attending courses, for the purpose of increasing knowledge and skills relating to the needs of the children and requirements of the program.

As a provider of pastoral care:

• Communicate to teaching staff any information regarding the physical, social, emotional and intellectual development of each child;
• As appropriate, assist children to resolve problems;
• Establish and maintain effective communication with and between families and staff at the ELC; and
• Inform and consult with the Director of Junior School (Early Years) any concerns regarding the welfare and wellbeing of children in their care.

As a Member of Staff:

• Attend and actively participate in team and staff meetings;
• Contribute to policy formation and development;
• Ensure a high standard of hygiene is maintained and that the centre is kept clean and tidy, being mindful of the importance of keeping an aesthetically pleasing environment;
• Share responsibilities for the safety, cleanliness and tidiness of the centre environment and equipment, both indoor and outdoor;
• Maintain confidentiality on information about the children and their families; and
• Perform duties in a responsible manner in relation to duty of care.

Other Duties:

Undertake such other duties as may be required by the Principal.

To note: It is the nature of the work at CGGS that tasks and responsibilities are, in many circumstances, unpredictable and varied. All staff members are therefore expected to work in a flexible way when the occasion arises and undertake tasks that are not specifically covered in the position description.

Skills and experience

• Diploma of Early Childhood Education and Care or equivalent
• First Aid (HLTAID004)

Working at CGGS: The details

Your place. Your purpose. Your possible. Read the Careers booklet here.

Your key benefits:

• Competitive remuneration package.
• Discounted school fees.
• Free onsite gym and heated pool.
• Salary sacrifice options.
• Employee Assistance Program.
• Flu vaccinations.

Your professional advancement:

• A generous professional learning budget.
• Formal appraisal process for professional development and career advancement.
• First Aid training.

How to apply

Your application package should include the following information.

1: Cover letter
Please provide a brief statement (one page) outlining what you would bring to this position, what you would expect to achieve in the role and reflect on your experience in relation to the role responsibilities.

2: Curriculum Vitae

• Contact information
• Employment history
• Education and qualifications
• Other skills and achievements
• Citizenship or confirmation of right to work in Australia

3: Referee details
Please include the contact information of three referees, including your current line manager. Referees will be contacted after interviews have taken place and only after prior consultation with you.

4: Submit your application
Submit your application via the online application form on the Employment page of our website https://www.cggs.act.edu.au/careers. Queries regarding this position should be directed via email to employment@cggs.act.edu.au

Applications for this position close: Friday 9.00am 24 July 2026, although we reserve the right to make an early appointment should a suitable candidate apply. Applications will be reviewed as they’re received.