At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead educational programs and support daily operations at St. Flannan’s OSHC.
- Company: Join the Catholic Archdiocese of Brisbane, a supportive and collaborative organisation.
- Benefits: Competitive pay, flexible hours, professional development, and generous childcare discounts.
- Other info: Enjoy a rewarding role with excellent growth opportunities and a focus on child safety.
- Why this job: Make a real impact on children's lives while growing your career in education.
- Qualifications: Diploma in Children's Services or equivalent, with experience in OSHC preferred.
The predicted salary is between 63000 - 77000 $ per year.
Join St. Flannan’s OSHC in Zillmere as our Assistant Coordinator & Educational Leader. Catholic Early EdCare is seeking a motivated and experienced Assistant Coordinator & Educational Leader to join our team at St. Flannan’s Outside School Hours Care in Zillmere. This is an exciting opportunity to combine operational leadership with educational practice in one rewarding role.
You will work closely with the Service Coordinator and a dedicated team of educators to support the smooth day-to-day running of the service while leading the development, implementation and continuous improvement of our educational program. Conveniently located on Brisbane’s Northside, this opportunity is ideal for an experienced educator or emerging leader looking to grow their career in a supportive organisation that values quality, collaboration and professional development.
About the role:
- Support the Coordinator with the daily operations and effective management of the service.
- Assist with staff rostering, supervision, team coordination and the allocation of responsibilities.
- Support administrative and financial tasks, including fee collection and accurate record keeping.
- Help maintain compliance with the National Quality Framework, National Law and Regulations, and relevant organisational policies and procedures.
- Assist in creating a positive, collaborative team culture that reflects the vision, mission and values of Catholic Early EdCare.
- Act as the Responsible Person in Charge in the Coordinator’s absence, as required.
Educational leadership:
- Lead the development, implementation, evaluation and continuous improvement of the educational program in line with the My Time, Our Place (MTOP) framework.
- Guide educators in curriculum planning, documentation, reflective practice and the delivery of engaging, play-based learning experiences.
- Mentor and support educators to strengthen their understanding of children's learning, development and wellbeing.
- Promote children's agency, voice, choice and participation in shaping the program.
- Support the development of inclusive learning environments that recognise and respond to the diverse needs, interests and abilities of children.
- Build strong partnerships with families, the school community and other stakeholders to support children's learning and development.
- Contribute to quality improvement initiatives and the ongoing development of educational practice across the service.
About you:
- A Diploma in Children's Services or equivalent ACECQA-approved qualification.
- Experience working in an education and care setting, preferably within OSHC.
- An understanding of the My Time, Our Place framework and the National Quality Framework.
- Experience or demonstrated capability in educational leadership, curriculum development and mentoring educators.
- Strong communication, organisational and interpersonal skills.
- The ability to support daily service operations, work collaboratively and contribute to effective team leadership.
- Confidence using computer systems and childcare management software, with Xplor experience desirable.
- A commitment to child safety, inclusion, continuous improvement and high-quality educational practice.
- A current Queensland Paid Blue Card.
- Current First Aid, CPR, Asthma and Anaphylaxis qualifications, or the ability to obtain the required certifications.
You will also be willing and able to undertake the responsibilities of a Responsible Person in Charge when required.
Benefits:
- Excellent pay + a range of allowances.
- Work-life balance with flexibility of split shifts.
- Continuous Growth Opportunities with access to professional development.
- Reward and Recognition Program.
- Employee Referral Bonus.
- Up to 95% Childcare Discount.
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.
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Contact Details:
Catholic Archdiocese of Brisbane Recruitment Team
