Job Description

OSHC Opportunity – Excursion Coordinator

OSHC@IOE –Interchange Outer East

Part-time (3 days per week)

About Us

Interchange Outer East (IOE) develops and delivers services to children and young people
with disabilities and their families. We are committed to enhancing family
wellbeing, building inclusive communities, and upholding human rights.
Everything we do is grounded in our values, and we’re looking for someone who
shares them.

About the Role

We are excited to offer a newly created opportunity for a passionate and organised Excursion
Coordinator to join our expanding OSHC@IOE program based at our Eastern Ranges
School Service.

This role focuses on the planning and delivery of a high-quality excursion-based program,
operating three days per week. You will lead the design and implementation of
engaging, inclusive, and community-based experiences that’s age appropriate,
working closely with the Nominated Supervisor and OSHC team.

This is a hands-on, dynamic role that combines creativity, coordination, and leadership
to bring meaningful experiences to life.

You’ll play a key role in:

• Planning and coordinating a weekly excursion program for students 12+ years old

• Designing engaging, inclusive experiences tailored to children with diverse needs

• Managing bookings, transport, permissions, and logistics

• Conducting risk assessments and ensuring all excursions meet compliance and safety

standards

• Supporting educators to deliver high-quality experiences during excursions

• Building connections with community providers and venues

• Contributing to program planning and continuous improvement

A Day in the Life at OSHC@IOE

No two days are the same, and that’s exactly how we like it.

Program Planning & Coordination

You’ll spend time researching, designing, and organising upcoming excursions, liaising with
venues, confirming bookings, completing risk assessments, and ensuring all
logistics are in place.

Excursion Days

These are the highlight of the role. You’ll lead and support children and educators out in
the community, facilitating meaningful, fun, and safe experiences while
supporting participation and inclusion for all.

Team Collaboration

You’ll work closely with the OSHC team and administration team to align excursions with the
broader program, coordinate bookings and documentation, share ideas, and ensure
consistency in practice, communication, and service quality.

Connection & Reflection

You’ll communicate with families, gather feedback, and reflect on each excursion to
continuously improve and innovate the program.

What We’re Looking For

Personal Qualities

• Passionate about inclusion and creating equal opportunities

• Creative, proactive, and highly organised

• Builds strong relationships with children, families, and teams

• Adaptable, solution-focused, and calm under pressure

• Brings energy, initiative, and a sense of fun

Skills & Experience

• Experience in OSHC, education, disability, or a similar setting

• Strong planning and organisational skills

• Experience coordinating programs, events, or excursions (desirable)

• Knowledge of child safety, risk management, and compliance requirements

• Strong communication and teamwork skills

• Understanding of frameworks such as My Time, Our Place (desirable)

• Current Working with Children Check (required)

• First Aid, CPR, Asthma & Anaphylaxis (or willingness to obtain)

Why Join IOE?

• Be part of a growing and evolving OSHC program

• Opportunity to design and lead a unique excursion-based program

• Work within a supportive, values-driven team

• Salary packaging available (up to $15,900 per annum, plus $2,650 meals and
entertainment)

• Ongoing opportunities for professional development

Our Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion

Interchange Outer East understands the importance of diversity and inclusion. We recognise
that everyone has the right to an equitable, safe, and productive environment
and to be treated with dignity and respect. We welcome applications from all
people regardless of age, gender, ethnicity, cultural background, disability,
or sexual orientation. Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people are
encouraged to apply.

Safety Screening Requirements

Prospective candidates will need to undergo a series of safety screening checks before
being appointed. Our recruitment procedures reflect our commitment to the
safety of the people we support. Screening includes:

• NDIS Worker Screening Check

• Employment Working with Children Check

• Completion of the NDIS Worker Orientation Module

Join Us

This isn’t just a coordination role, it’s an opportunity to create meaningful experiences,
build community connections and make a real impact.

If you’re ready to bring creativity, organisation, and passion to a role where no two days are
the same, we’d love to hear from you.

A position description can be obtained by visiting: https://www.ioe.org.au/wp-content/uploads/2026/05/165811633_excursion_coordinator_pd_2026.pdf

Any questions about the position should be emailed to Ailsa Morrell: oshc@ioe.org.au

Applications will be reviewed, and interviews scheduled, as they are received. We encourage you to apply early rather than waiting until the closing date.

Closing Date: Friday 12th June 2026, 5pm.