OOSH Job - new to the work force

[catnap]

Hi! I am beginning a new job in OOSH at a school shortly,(as an assistant) but currently waiting on a new Paid Blue card and supervisors certificate. As I have not undergone and paid work in this field before, but I am looking forward to it! I was wondering if there's anyone who has worked for the large company Camp Aust previously? I know they offer alot of training.
Cheers from QLD!

[Lorina]

A great way to start in this industry by working in an OOSH centre! I think you will enjoy it... you either work in the mornings/afternoons or both and it's different working with the older children compared to little ones under the age of 5.... I haven't work for Camp Australia but from what I hear they are a reputable company. They provide a lot of training and support to staff (I think they offer free training courses for their staff) and they also offer study qualifications such as cert 3 and diploma's through the company itself.

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L.A

[catnap]

Hi again LA!
Thanks again for your reply. As I have undergone previous Prac with 'schoolies' for a few mths last year, but not in a school based OOSH, but a Child Care based OOSH. Camp Aust seems sound really great, but they do conduct all their business online through Melb head office. I have attended a recruitment session here in QLD in Jan and really had fun! As previously mentioned I am waiting on the new Paid Blue Card and other stuff before I am invited in for a face o face induction. Yes, they DO offer alot of training. CPR ect is included.I know they run courses too, but I am currently studying OOSH , so will stick with the college I am with at the moment. So just have to WAIT until my new card ect shows up and I can begin! I love this age group too and am looking forward to it all.
I shall let you know how things go down the track!
Cheers and thanks again!