Service Leader – Deception Bay

Join our welcoming 75-place OSHC service in Deception Bay and lead a passionate team committed to helping children thrive. With strong links to the school, parish and local community, you’ll have the autonomy to make an impact while being supported by a dedicated Assistant Coordinator and experienced Support Office team. This is a permanent full-time position, offering the stability, security and career progression opportunities many OSHC professionals are looking for. You’ll enjoy the flexibility of a split-shift roster, with service operating Before School Care from 6:15am to 8:30am, After School Care from 3:00pm to 6:00pm, and Vacation Care from 6:30am to 6:00pm.

Why join us?

• Permanant full-time role
• 95% discount on CEEC childcare fees
• Dedicated Assistant Coordinator support
• Flexible split shifts with the middle of the day free
• Strong Support Office and operational support
• Reward and recognition programs
• Employee referral bonus opportunities
• Professional development and career growth
• Established relationships with the school, parish and local community
• No weekend work

Whether you’re an experienced OSHC Coordinator or an Assistant Coordinator ready to step into leadership, this is an opportunity to join a supportive organisation where you can lead with confidence, build meaningful community connections, and create engaging experiences that help children thrive every day.

What You’ll Do

• Lead and oversee the day-to-day operation of our Before School Care, After School Care and Vacation Care programs, creating a safe, engaging and welcoming environment where children can thrive.
• Inspire, mentor and support a passionate team of educators, fostering a positive culture focused on quality care and continuous improvement.
• Design and deliver exciting play-based experiences that reflect children's interests, encourage curiosity, and promote learning, wellbeing and development.
• Build strong and meaningful relationships with children, families, the school and parish community, becoming a trusted and valued part of the local community.
• Champion quality and compliance, ensuring the service operates in line with legislative requirements while maintaining exceptional standards of care, safety and education.

What You’ll Bring

• Diploma in Children's Services (or ACECQA-approved equivalent) and willingness to be the Nominated Supervisor.
• Current Blue Card, First Aid, CPR, and Asthma/Anaphylaxis certifications.
• Sound knowledge of the National Quality Framework (NQF), National Quality Standards (NQS), My Time, Our Place, and relevant childcare legislation.
• Previous experience leading or managing an education and care service.
• Completion of Child Safety Courses 1 & 2 (mandatory); Courses 3 & 4 highly regarded.
• Experience using childcare management systems, with Xplor preferred.
• Strong leadership and team development skills, with the ability to support and mentor educators.

Our Commitment to Keeping our Staff and Children Safe

Catholic Early EdCare is dedicated to ensuring the safety and wellbeing of all children in its care and maintains a zero-tolerance approach to any form of abuse. The protection of children is our highest priority. To uphold this commitment, we conduct referee checks and criminal history screenings as part of our recruitment process, and all employees working with children must hold a current Queensland Working with Children Check (Blue Card). Catholic Early EdCare is an equal opportunity employer and values diversity. We encourage applications from all individuals, including those from diverse backgrounds.