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Expect scenarios on ratios, duty of care, managing conflict between children, including children with additional needs, and communicating with parents after an incident. Be ready to describe how you plan engaging after-school activities and keep transitions orderly across busy pick-up windows.
Strong fit if you enjoy active outdoor work with primary-age children, stay calm under supervision load, and are reliable for early starts, late finishes, and school-holiday programs around Leongatha and nearby South Gippsland communities. Less suitable if you prefer purely classroom teaching or fixed 9–5 office hours.
As an Outside of School Hours Care Educator with TheirCare in Leongatha and surrounding South Gippsland sites, your day is built around before- and after-school sessions plus vacation care. Mornings typically mean greeting children, taking attendance, running breakfast or quiet activities, and supporting a calm transition to school. Afternoons centre on supervised play, homework support, outdoor games, and snack routines. You plan age-appropriate activities, maintain ratios and safety checks, communicate with families at pick-up, and complete daily notes and incident records. Across multi-site work you may travel between local centres and adapt programs to each group’s needs.
Build strength in child-safe practice, behaviour guidance, inclusive play-based programming, first aid and emergency response, and clear family communication. No certification resources were supplied in the source data.
OSHC work usually covers before- and after-school care during term and often vacation care in holidays; confirm roster patterns with TheirCare for Leongatha and surrounds.
The title covers Leongatha and surrounds, so multi-site or relief coverage across local services is common; ask about travel and base site at interview.
Reliability, genuine rapport with school-age children, solid safety habits, and clear communication with families and school partners.
Outside of School Hours Care Educator - Leongatha & SurroundsCompany: TheirCareLocation: Leongatha, South Gippsland Role Overview Earn up to $42 per hour as an Outside of School Hours Care Educator with TheirCare in Leongatha. This rewarding and flexible position offers the opportunity to make a real impact on children's lives while enjoying active, varied workdays. Flexible hours to suit your lifestyle Earn up to $42 per hour Enjoy ECEC Grant benefits Work in a growing organization that has expanded from Melbourne to South Gippsland Responsibilities The role of an Outside of School Hours Care Educator involves: Maintaining a safe and engaging environment for children Planning and implementing educational activities that align with the curriculum Supporting the social, emotional, and physical development of children Collaborating with parents to ensure seamless communication and support Participating in team meetings and professional development opportunities What We're Looking For We are seeking candidates who: Have a passion for working with children aged 5-13 years old Hold a relevant qualification such as Early Childhood Education or equivalent experience Are able to work flexible hours, including evenings and weekends Can demonstrate excellent communication and interpersonal skills Have the ability to plan and deliver engaging educational activities About the Company TheirCare is a leading provider of Outside School Hours Care (OSHC) and Holiday Programs in Leongatha, South Gippsland. Founded in 2017, TheirCare has grown from a single service to delivering high-quality care across multiple locations. Our mission is to provide children with a safe, nurturing environment where they can thrive. Applying for This Role To apply, complete your application directly on this page, or you'll be redirected to the employer's application platform to finish submitting there.
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