Description:
Northern Rivers Community Gateway have been delivering the Rainbow Region Kids (RRK) program for many years. This well-established accredited child-centred program includes before school care, after school care and vacation care services at several locations across the region.
Our professional team create a fun, inclusive, safe, and enriching environment to primary school aged children attending our services.
We are seeking an experienced and passionate Coordinator to lead our team and oversee the day-to-day operations of RRK services, ensuring compliance, staff development and high-quality educational programs.
Your role
- Oversee the delivery of high-quality outside school hours care programs based on the My Time Our Place learning framework.
- Lead and mentor RRK educators, ensuring professional development and best practice.
- Act as the Nominated Supervisor, Responsible Person, and Educational Leader across multiple services.
- Ensure compliance with the National Quality Framework (NQF), Family Assistance Law, and service policies.
- Liaise with families, schools, and external stakeholders to foster strong community relationships.
- Manage staff rosters, budgets, and operational planning.
- Support and supervise Assistant Coordinators, ensuring effective program delivery.
- Actively contribute to quality improvement, risk management and staff training initiatives.
Additional benefits we offer
- Attractive salary packaging options (take home more pay!)
- Bonus leave during the Christmas period in accordance with current policy
- Discount for staff who enrol their child/children in one of RRK’s programs
- Access to supportive Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- Training and Development opportunities
- Monthly staff meetings – free catered breakfast
- Schedule of team building opportunities
- Opportunities to join various internal committees
- Pathways for career progression
- Enjoy a supportive team culture, opportunities for professional growth, and the chance to work in the beautiful Northern Rivers region.
Knowledge, Skills and experience required
- A relevant Degree, Advanced Diploma, or Diploma in Children’s Services or Early Childhood Education.
- Minimum 5 years’ experience in a leadership role within children’s services.
- Strong knowledge of Family Assistance Law, National Quality Framework, and My Time Our Place framework.
- Proven ability to lead and supervise teams, ensuring high-quality service delivery.
- Experience in program planning and childhood development strategies.
- Strong understanding of workplace health and safety (WHS) in children’s services.
Desirable
- Experience using OWNA childcare management software.
Additional requirements
- Current NSW Driver’s License and access to a reliable vehicle.
- Current NSW Working with Children Check.
- National Police Check (or current clearance within the last six months).
- Provide First Aid in an Education and Care Setting (or willingness to obtain).
- Child Protection training (or willingness to complete before starting).
- Food Safety Supervisor Certificate (or willingness to obtain within 30 days).
- Written consent to act as Nominated Supervisor and Educational Leader across multiple services.
How To Apply
Click on the Apply Now button and you will be directed to the online application.
You will be able to download a copy of the Position Description after uploading your resume.
Please also include one page cover letter outlining how you meet the “knowledge, skills and experience” criteria.
More information
Questions about the role can be directed to hr@nrcg.org.au
Northern Rivers Community Gateway is an equal opportunity employer and encourages applications from people who identify as Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander, LGBTIQ+, people living with a disability, people with lived experience and people from culturally and linguistically diverse communities.
To apply online, please click on the appropriate link below.