Job Description

Lead. Inspire. Support OSHC educators to succeed,

Are you ready to take the next step in your career and further develop your leadership experience within Lady Gowrie Tasmania?

We have an exciting temporary part-time acting opportunity for the role of OSHC Manager based at Glenora, starting ASAP until at least 30 June 2026

This opportunity may suit someone who is ready to build on their experience in Education and Care, gain valuable exposure to service management, and support OSHC educators to deliver safe, engaging and high-quality programs for children.

About the opportunity

As Acting OSHC Manager, you will support the day-to-day management of a small number of OSHC services in line with the National Quality Framework, the Education and Care Services National Law and Regulations, and Lady Gowrie Tasmania’s commitment to putting Children First

You will work directly with several OSHC services to support high-quality Before School Care, After School Care and Vacation Care programs for children aged 4 to 12 years.

This role plays an important part in creating environments where children are safe and can thrive, educators feel supported and empowered, and families experience strong, positive relationships with our services.

• Minimum 4 days a week, working varying between 07:30am to 6:00pm ( Friday and Monday required)
• To support with rostering, there may be some ad-hoc out of hours work, paid as per LGT's Enterprise Agreement.

In this role, you will:

• Lead the delivery of safe, inclusive and engaging OSHC programs
• Support day-to-day service operations, including family engagement, educator support and compliance
• Mentor and guide educators to strengthen practice, confidence and teamwork
• Build strong, trusted relationships with children, families, educators and school communities
• Carry out responsibilities, ensuring services meet legislative and National Quality Standard requirements
• Support continuous improvement and readiness for Assessment and Rating

What you'll bring:

We are looking for someone who is values-led, practical, supportive and ready to challenge themselves by stepping into a service leadership role.

You will need to show:

• Demonstrated success in leading and developing teams
• Strong understanding and practical application of the National Quality Framework and associated legislation
• ACECQA-approved Diploma (or higher) in Early Childhood Education and Care
• Previous OSHC experience beneficial but we are open to providing opportunities for development for Long Day Care team members.

How to apply

We encourage internal applications from employees who are ready to grow their leadership experience and make a positive impact within our South OSHC services.

• If you are comfortable doing so, we also encourage you to speak with your manager about your interest in this opportunity.

To apply, please submit your CV and a brief cover letter outlining why you are interested in the acting OSHC Manager opportunity via the Apply Now button.

• Alternatively, you may send your application to careers@gowrie-tas.com.au
• For a confidential discussion on this role, please contact Ben Kikkert (Ben.kikkert@gowrie-tas.com.au)

As part of your application, you will also be asked to answer a few short questions within Employment Hero.

Applications close: 5.00pm on Friday 22 May 2026.

Our Commitment to Child Safety & Inclusion:

Lady Gowrie Tasmania is a child safe organisation. We are committed to ensuring the safety, wellbeing and inclusion of all children. Our recruitment and selection processes reflect this commitment. All applicants are subject to child safety screening, including reference checks and verification of Working with Vulnerable People Registration, before employment can commence.

LGT strives to provide a safe and inclusive environment across our services, programs and workplaces, where diversity in all its forms, including strengths, cultural background, identity and abilities are recognised and celebrated.

We encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, people with disability, members of the LGBTIQA+ community, and anyone who shares our values and passion for supporting children, families, and communities.