Camp Australia
(307 reviews)
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Working at Camp Australia
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3.1(304 ratings)
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2.8(304 ratings)
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2.4(301 ratings)
Management
2.4(303 ratings)
Working environment
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1.0
Educator
Mar 2026Wollongong, Illawarra & South Coast NSWLess than 1 year in the role, former employee
Honestly this company is a scam
The good thingsDon't bother applying for any casual roles, they are constantly hiring people even though they have no shifts for casuals available.
The challengesAfter completing the onboarding modules, renewing my first aid out of pocket and waiting around for weeks for them to finalise the contract, I was given access to the shifts. There are never any shifts, I didn't want to believe the reviews but they are true. I was offered my first shift today and it was rostered for me without me accepting it (there are never any to accept) the shift is located an hour from my address, is two hours long and was scheduled for the end of JULY. Don't waste your time if you are looking to actually work, they have wasted weeks for me. I have worked at different companies in this industry and so it was clear to me from the interview that you are just a number to them, there is no support and as a casual you will only worked last minute, are expected to travel and will not make enough money to be sustainable. Apply elsewhere.
2 people found this helpful
People & Culture teamThank you for sharing your experience. We’re sorry to hear that your time with us was frustrating and did not align with your expectations, particularly around casual shift availability and rostering. We appreciate you taking the time to provide this perspective and for being open about the aspects that were disappointing for you. If you would like to discuss this further, please reach out to our People & Culture team. - Camp Australia
1d ago
5.0
P&C
Mar 2026Melbourne VIC 30003 to 4 years in the role, current employee
Great experience and great place to learn and grow.
The good thingsThe team culture is supportive, the training is thorough, and there’s a real sense of purpose in helping children learn, grow, and have fun every day. The flexibility, positive environment, and opportunities for personal development make it a fantastic place to build meaningful skills and a fulfilling career
The challengesHigh pressure given environment and so workload can be high.
People & Culture teamThank you for the lovely feedback and 5‑star rating.
We’re so glad to hear you’ve had a positive experience and feel supported in your growth and development. We appreciate your honesty around the workload and recognise the importance of supporting our teams in a high‑pressure environment. Thank you for being part of our community and the meaningful work you do each day.
Camp Australia
7d ago
2.0
Service Coordinator
Mar 2026Mackay QLD 47402 to 3 years in the role, former employee
Unsupportive of edcuators
The good thingsThe school, families and children amazing
The challengesManagement and higher
1 person found this helpful
People & Culture teamThank you for sharing your feedback. We’re sorry to hear that you felt unsupported during your time with us, particularly in relation to management. We appreciate you acknowledging the positive experience with the school community, families, and children, and thank you for taking the time to provide your perspective. If you would like to discuss this further, please reach out to our People & Culture team. - Camp Australia
1d ago
1.0
Outside School Hours Care Educator
Mar 2026Melbourne VIC 3000Less than 1 year in the role, former employee
DO NOT APPLY HERE IF YOU WANT TO WORK. NOT A SINGLE SHIFT IN 4 MONTHS!!!!!!
The good thingsI WISH I COULD TELL YOU BUT THEY GAVE ME NO SHIFTS IN THE 4 MONTHS OF WORKING THERE.
The challengesThey didn't give me any shifts in the 4 months of working there. I emailed them multiple times and called them and they basically said to me that the only shifts they give are emergency shifts which get taken instantly. They advertise the job to be in one location but in reality you have to travel all over Melbourne to work at random schools. They made me do a first aid course which I had to pay for out of pocket, and they made me complete all their online training for NOTHING. PLEASE don't waste your time because they will waste yours. I looked at the reviews and thought "Oh this can't be as bad as they are saying" BUT IT IS. Please listen to the reviews and DO NOT WORK HERE. BECAUSE YOU WON'T ACTUALLY BE WORKING AT ALL.
6 people found this helpful
People & Culture teamThank you for sharing your feedback. We’re sorry to hear about your experience and the frustration caused by limited shift availability and expectations around location and casual work. We appreciate you taking the time to share your perspective and acknowledge your concerns. If you would like to discuss this further, please reach out to our People & Culture team. - Camp Australia
1d ago
1.0
Eduator
Mar 2026Pakenham VIC 3810Less than 1 year in the role, current employee
I only got mails and messages but not a single shift from them
The good thingsNothing good
Just join it for unneccesary calls and mails from them not shifts
The challengesYou cant get any shifts from camp australia. They are always on seek to hire staff but unable to provide any shifts
3 people found this helpful
People & Culture teamThank you for sharing your feedback. We’re sorry to hear that your experience was disappointing, particularly around shift availability and communication. We appreciate you taking the time to share your perspective. If you would like to discuss this further, please reach out to our People & Culture team. - Camp Australia
1d ago
2.0
Educator
Mar 2026Gosford & Central Coast NSWLess than 1 year in the role, former employee
I wouldn’t recommend working for Camp Australia due to poor management and safety concerns.
The good thingsI loved some of my co-workers and working with the children was amazing
The challengesI would not recommend working for Camp Australia based on my experience.
There appear to be serious issues with management, fairness, and overall accountability within the organisation. In my view, the company does not adequately support its staff or prioritise the wellbeing of the children in its care. The hiring standards seem minimal, with a Working With Children Check appearing to be the only real requirement, regardless of an applicant’s suitability for the role.
I witnessed concerning behaviour from coworkers that went against company policies and child safety standards. These issues were formally reported, yet no meaningful action seemed to be taken. This lack of follow-through raises significant concerns about transparency, leadership, and commitment to maintaining a safe environment.
Overall, my experience left me feeling unsupported and unheard. I believe substantial improvements in management practices, staff oversight, and child safety accountability are necessary.
1 person found this helpful
People & Culture teamThank you for sharing your experience so openly. We’re genuinely sorry to hear that you felt unsupported and concerned about management and safety during your time with us. It’s clear how important the wellbeing of children and positive working relationships are to you, and we appreciate you acknowledging the connections you built with colleagues and the children. Thank you for taking the time to share your perspective. - Camp Australia
1d ago
1.0
Outside School Hours Care Educator
Feb 2026Perth WA 6000Less than 1 year in the role, former employee
This company is a good example of why OSHC & childcare industry should not be for profit.
The good things A useful stepping stone if you are new to teaching/childcare/education and want to learn more about system.
The challengesBut as a casual its EXTREMELY hard to get shifts. Rostering team will cancel your shifts without any notice. I find it ironic they expect us to give 48 hours notice if we can't work a shift for any reason but will happily cancel shifts the day of with little to no alternative. Management exist in their own little bubble in this company. There's a distinct lack of leadership and direction on a day to day basis.
4 people found this helpful
People & Culture teamThank you for sharing your experience. We’re sorry to hear about the challenges you’ve faced as a casual employee, particularly around shift availability, cancellations, and communication. We appreciate your honest perspective and your acknowledgement of the learning opportunities the role provided. Thank you for taking the time to share your feedback. If you would like to discuss this further, please reach out to our People & Culture team. - Camp Australia
1d ago
1.0
Educator
Feb 2026Augustine Heights QLD 4300Less than 1 year in the role, former employee
Poor Management. Poor Programs. Poor Culture and Toxic Environment.
The good thingsThe Children and Parents
The challengesTerrible management. Family should not be running a service.
1 person found this helpful
People & Culture teamThank you for sharing your feedback. We’re sorry to hear that your experience felt negative, particularly in relation to management, culture, and leadership. We appreciate you recognising the positive relationships with children and families, and thank you for taking the time to share your perspective. If you would like to discuss this further, please reach out to our People & Culture team. - Camp Australia
1d ago
1.0
Outside School Hours Care Educator
Feb 2026Victoria Point QLD 41651 to 2 years in the role, former employee
Run. Scroll past. Do not do it.
The good thingsWorking withe the kids, parents and school.
The challengesEverything. Irregular staff but CA refuse to put in permanent educators, especially for an ISE role.
Upper management, well there is not one good thing to say except they are suits sitting behind a desk making ill informed decisions and not doing thorough investigations.
Multiple complaints about service leader by parents and yet nothing is done and parents are ignored.
Educators are reprimanded for not stopping fights between children and yet there is a no touch policy in place or you are reprimanded for breaking up a fight, you just can't win.
2 people found this helpful
People & Culture teamThank you for taking the time to share your feedback. We’re sorry to hear how challenging and frustrating your experience felt, particularly around leadership, staffing, and day‑to‑day expectations. We appreciate you recognising the positive relationships with children, families, and schools, and thank you again for sharing your perspective. We wish you all the best moving forward. - Camp Australia
1d ago
1.0
Coordinator
Jan 2026Campbelltown NSW 25603 to 4 years in the role, current employee
Mangers gang up against staff and made their work harder
The good thingsNothing at all just get stressed at work
The challengesunprofessional, unqualified and incompetent managers and management
1 person found this helpful
People & Culture teamThank you for taking the time to share your feedback. We’re sorry to hear that your experience felt stressful and that you had concerns about management and workplace professionalism. We appreciate you being open about how this affected you and for sharing your perspective. If you would like to discuss this further, please reach out to our People & Culture team. - Camp Australia
1d ago
4.0
Assistant service leader
Dec 2025Sydney NSW 20001 to 2 years in the role, current employee
Great company to work with.. lots of opportunities for growth.
The good thingsGreat team culture and working with children is really rewarding.
The challengesChild to educator ratio
People & Culture teamThank you for sharing your feedback. We’re pleased to hear that you’ve found the team culture supportive and the work with children rewarding. We also appreciate you acknowledging the challenges around child‑to‑educator ratios and thank you for taking the time to share your perspective.
1d ago
4.0
Service Leader
Nov 2025Rockhampton QLD 4700Less than 1 year in the role, current employee
Finally found my Calling
The good thingsGreat support from Colleagues
The challengesBetter Inclusion Support
4.0
Service Leader
Oct 2025Murray Bridge SA 5253Less than 1 year in the role, current employee
Something of a roller-coaster.
The good thingsPositive feedback from parents of children in my care.
The challengesTraining provided prior to beginning role. Description of role and tasks required.
4.0
Outside School Hours Care Role
Oct 2025Drouin VIC 38181 to 2 years in the role, current employee
Absolutely amazing and would recommend to anyone who loves working with children
The good thingsI love working with all the children and meeting all new parents and learning all the ins and outs of early education.
The challengesChallenging aspects is there can be some troubling children, and some parents can be rude to educators.
1 person found this helpful
4.0
Diploma Educator
Oct 2025Rockhampton QLD 4700Less than 1 year in the role, current employee
Flexibility with hours if your keen to work.
The good thingsConfidence from the onboarding process. The people I work with.
The challengesNeed more staff to fill in especially on the holiday programs.
4.0
Outside School Hours Care Educator
Aug 2025Ormeau QLD 42082 to 3 years in the role, former employee
An incredible work experience, but impossible to sustain the funds of life.
The good thingsI worked at Ormeau and the Service manager there was incredibly supportive, attentive and open to listen to any suggestions. It can really depend on which school and team, that makes a good or bad experience. but overall, I had a great team, and the children are dignified and valued.
The challenges1)Unfortunately, not all schools were like this. Some schools had part time workers, who would complain all about each other, about issues that could have been resolved with clear and honest communication. 2) short shifts and long drives. driving almost an hour to get to two-hour shift, that is not worth the fuel and time for such a short shift.
1 person found this helpful
5.0
Service Leader
Jul 2025Frankston VIC 3199Less than 1 year in the role, current employee
There is no I in team at Camp Australia
The good thingsAmazing group of people that are extremely supportive and all thriving to enrich the lives of children
The challengesThere has been nothing that I haven't liked
2 people found this helpful
1.0
Randstad call in shift
Jul 2025Glass House Mountains QLD 4518Less than 1 year in the role, former employee
Four Corners Episode worthy centre
The good thingsI can't think of anything positive to say.
The challengesI arrived, no induction, not welcomed by staff, asked to serve food - refused as I had no induction and didn't know what kids had allergies. A woman from the Department arrived - the centre was being spot checked. Every 30 mins all children had to sit down and a roll call was done which took about 15 mins. This interrupted their play and the kids were noticeably non compliant. One child ran away. Educators had no skills to handle the disruptive kids who were very disgruntled and throwing equipment. In hindsight, after seeing the entire afternoon and imagining this as a daily occurrence.. I don't blame those kids. Any good kid would be disgruntled at the routine and explode eventually if they hadn't already faded away into learned helplessness. Very sad. Glad the Department was investigating
7 people found this helpful
1.0
Outside School Hours Care Educator
Jul 2025Manly West QLD 4179Less than 1 year in the role, former employee
I didn’t think any oshc could operate so badly ,it was a real eye opener
The good thingsThe children are great ,but unfortunately the management team and educators don’t have skills to help the challenging children instead opting to just ignore their behaviour
The challengesThe educators and service leader / manager are co -dependent , immature and lack basic skills and experience to run a great service
4 people found this helpful
5.0
Service Leader
Jun 2025Strathtulloh VIC 3338Less than 1 year in the role, current employee
Overall, Camp Australia is a fantastic place to work if you’re passionate about working with children and want to be part of a supportive and professional team.
The good thingsWorking with Camp Australia in OSHC (Outside School Hours Care) has been a rewarding and enjoyable experience. The company provides a structured and supportive environment where staff feel valued. Leadership is approachable, responsive, and genuinely cares about staff well-being. I've always felt encouraged and supported by my Coordinators and Area Managers, which makes a big difference in day-to-day work.
Camp Australia offers great opportunities for career growth, with regular training and upskilling available. Whether you're starting out or looking to grow into leadership roles, there is a clear pathway to progress.
Work-life balance is another highlight — the flexibility of morning and afternoon shifts works well for those who need a balanced schedule. It’s especially helpful for students or parents.
The challengesLike any job, it comes with challenges. The role can be fast-paced, especially during peak times, and requires strong time management and the ability to adapt quickly. Working with children also means you need patience and the ability to handle a range of behaviours. But with the right mindset and support from the team, these challenges become opportunities to grow.
2 people found this helpful
1.0
OSHC educator
Jun 2025Sunbury VIC 3429Less than 1 year in the role, former employee
Wouldn’t recommend as first job with children; experience neededMy first job in childcare and I felt extremely unsupported and uncomfortable.
3 people found this helpful
5.0
Outside School Hours Care Educator
Jun 2025Baldivis WA 6171Less than 1 year in the role, current employee
Working at Camp AustraliaGood working environment and team
3.0
Educater
May 2025Tamworth & North West NSW1 to 2 years in the role, former employee
Lack of respect for staff
The good thingsThe kids fellow staff
The challengesNo respect from company, not anoth notice when they change your shift. Travel they expect you to do regardless of your point of view, cost, lack of early notice. They lack respect for their staff
2 people found this helpful
5.0
Educator
Apr 2025Ellenbrook WA 60691 to 2 years in the role, current employee
“A fun and caring place with room to grow and improve.”
The good thingsThe educators are always kind and helpful, and they make sure everyone feels included. I really enjoy the creative activities like arts and crafts, and the outdoor games are always exciting. There's always something different to do each day, so it never gets boring.
The challengesWhen children argue or fight. It can make the environment feel stressful or upsetting, especially if it happens during what’s supposed to be a fun activity. It can also take time away from others who are trying to enjoy themselves.
1.0
Service Leader
Apr 2025Mundijong WA 6123Less than 1 year in the role, former employee
Would not recommend for a position that holds responsibility such as coordinator/service leader/assistant. As an educator supervising and engaging with children it can be tolerable
The good thingsThe children, families and permanent educators within the service were spectacular
The challengesObtaining support from management was not possible
3 people found this helpful
4.0
Service Leader
Mar 2025Hampton Park VIC 3976Less than 1 year in the role, current employee
Great experience with this company and their onboarding support system
The good thingscomprehensive training and support
The challengesThere is a lot to learn in this position but the onboarding support and training has been greatly appreciated and it can be done online and on the job
1.0
Casual Educator / Service Leader
Mar 2025Perth WA 6000Less than 1 year in the role, former employee
No support, lack of resources, and staff that cancle shifts
The good thingsSome of the children and families
The challengesWorking alone, no support from management, staff cancelling shifts 2 hours before a shift starts, high needs children , being left out of ratio
3 people found this helpful
4.0
Lead Outside School Hours Care Educator
Feb 2025Ashtonfield NSW 23231 to 2 years in the role, current employee
Challenging but friendly work environment
The good thingsFriendly work environment with room to grow skills and progress career
The challengesWorking with children comes with its own set of challenges and every day is different.
3.0
service manager
Jan 2025Manly West QLD 41791 to 2 years in the role, current employee
Coming in it is different from my previous work however by learning from my coworkers and regional manager have started to get my feet on solid ground.
The good thingsworking with Children is very rewarding with the opportunity to guide their growth and development via fun activities.
The challengesSometimes thing may seem hectic but by working with other staff and parents the challenges can be overcome.
1 person found this helpful
1.0
Outside School Hours Care Educator
Jan 2025Hahndorf SA 5245Less than 1 year in the role, former employee
Not a good experience
The good thingsChildren are lovely
The challenges1. The staff members don’t really care about the staff ratio, they only pay attention if something happens to the children.
2. Very bad coordinator
6 people found this helpful
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