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If you currently work at the Diocese of Maitland-Newcastle, including the Catholic Schools Office, please apply through our internalCareers Portal .OOSH Assistants (Casual) - Multiple LocationsPosted: 16/05/2025Closing Date: 16/06/2025Job Type: CasualLocation: Multiple LocationsJob Category: Education, Childcare & TrainingSt Nicholas OOSH prides itself on core values of care, compassion and inclusion and offer assurance of quality management and practices through our centres. We aim to provide an environment that recognises the value of family and developing secure, respectful and reciprocal relationships.As an employee of St Nicholas, you will have access to a range of benefits, including:Enjoy up to 10% off at top retailers with our mnBenefits programAbove award rate of payComplimentary uniformBeing part of an inclusive, supportive and nurturing teamFlexible working arrangements for a healthy work-life balancePaid Industry-leading training and professional development opportunitiesCorporate benefits, including EAP, flu injections, reduced gym membership (T&C''s apply) and moreWe are currently seekingOOSH Assistantsto join the teams at several of our successful and well-established servicesacross theNewcastle, Maitland and Hunterregions.These opportunitieswill be offered on a casual basis, working across our before and after school programs and vacation care programs.You must be available to work afternoon shifts at least twice a week.As an Assistant, you will be responsible for:Supervising childrens play, ensuring their physical safety while promoting and guiding positive behaviourAssisting the developing and implementing programs that offer a diverse range of experiences to promote childrens independence, social skills, learning, and development.Desired Skills and ExperienceEXPERIENCE/CRITERIAComputer literacy in order to document examples of learning storiesA fun, professional, positive, and reliable demeanourThe ability to collaborate as an active member of the St Nicholas OOSH teamBe able to communicate effectively with children, families, and your teamQUALIFICATIONSWorking with Children Check verification numberCurrent First Aid Certificate, Anaphylaxis and Asthma Management training (desirable)If you genuinely share our passion for Childhood Education we would love to hear from you!APPLYnow.Applications for this position will only be considered if submitted through the following platforms: our careers page on our website, mnpeople, Indeed, Seek, or LinkedIn.**Please noteto be considered for the position please provide a copy of your current resume, outlining your preferred location of work**The Diocese of Maitland-Newcastle is committed to safeguarding children and vulnerable persons and preventing those in our care from suffering abuse or neglect. It is committed to implementing and maintaining compliance with the NSW Child Safe Standards and the National Catholic Safeguarding Standards and takes a zero-tolerance approach to abuse of children or vulnerable persons.All who work in the name of the Diocese must comply with the Diocesan Safeguarding Framework Policy and act in accordance with the Dioceses Code of Conduct which includes the Dioceses Safeguarding Commitment Statement. Employees are required to undergo a National Police Check and retain a valid NSW Working with Children Check where necessary, in accordance with legislation.St Nicholas promotes the safety and wellbeing of children from culturally or linguistically diverse backgrounds and encourages applications from people from culturally or linguistically diverse background.St Nicholas promotes the safety and wellbeing of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander children and encourages applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples. #J-18808-Ljbffr