Job Description

About the Y Northern Territory (Y NT):

At the Y NT, we are dedicated to helping children, young people, and communities thrive. Whether through our Early Learning Centres, Outside Hours School Care, Recreation Centres, Aquatic facilities, Youth Programs, Remote Pools program, or Hostel, we are committed to supporting Territorians in becoming connected, educated, resilient, and healthy.

The Opportunity:

The Y NT is seeking an experienced Centre Coordinator to manage our newly appointed OSHC Service with lots of charm and potential, located in Howard Springs.

We provide a supportive and inclusive workplace environment at a highly reputable and inspiring NFP organization where educators are respected for their skills and commitment to quality early childhood education and are given the opportunity to progress in their career.

When you join our organization, you become part of a passionate community of like-minded individuals who are inspired to make a positive impact in the lives of young children.

Benefits:

• 5 Weeks Annual Leave.
• Free access to the recreation facilities we manage.
• Discounted rates at Y Childcare Centres.
• Rebatable salary packaging
• Above award rates
• Confidential counselling through our Employee Assistance Program
• Professional development through ongoing industry-leading training in accordance with your personal career goals.

Qualifications and Experience:

• Current First Aid Certificate (HLTAID012) and CPR.
• Early Childhood diploma qualification or above.
• Minimum of 2 years’ experience as a Centre Coordinator.

Key Responsibilities:

• Operational Excellence: Oversee the day-to-day operations, ensuring a seamless and efficient environment for all members and staff.
• Financial Leadership: Manage financial planning, payroll, budgeting, and reporting to ensure the centre's financial health and growth.
• Team Management: Lead, inspire, and develop a high-performing team dedicated to delivering exceptional service and programs.
• Risk Management: Implement and oversee risk management strategies to ensure a safe and secure environment in accordance with relevant legislation.
• Program Delivery: Design and deliver innovative programs for children that encapsulate social, emotional and developmental needs of our diverse community.
• Project Planning: Be involved in the development of both long-term and short-term projects for the successful operation of the facility, including program development and strategies for Stakeholder Engagement: Develop, engage, and collaborate to improve local relationships while identifying partnerships, programs, and events that may benefit the community and the Y.
• Fostering Inclusiveness: Maintain a clean, welcoming, and open environment for all members of staff and the community.
• Training: Assist the Y NT children services senior management in developing, coordinating, and implementing marketing plans designed to maintain and increase existing business and capture new opportunities within the centre.

Mandatory Requirements

YMCA, including its Boards of Directors, are committed to the safety and well-being of children and young people in accordance with our Safeguarding Children and Young People framework. YMCA requires that all applicants undergo satisfactory screening prior to commencement, including but not limited to:

• Valid Working with Children Clearance.
• Satisfactory Criminal History Check.

Any successfully appointed applicant will be required to adhere to the Safeguarding Children and Young People framework, which includes a thorough safeguarding children and young people induction and a commitment to upholding the safety and wellbeing of children and young people throughout their engagement with YMCA.

Further Information

For a detailed position description please copy the below link into your web browser.

https://acrobat.adobe.com/id/urn:aaid:sc:AP:8708694c-b169-4103-8e02-c335421afaa8

All applications should be accompanied by a cover letter detailing suitability for the position and a copy of your CV.

Applications close Friday, 27 March 2026.

We can’t wait to welcome you to the Y!