At a Glance
- Tasks: Provide nurturing care and fun activities for children in before and after school programs.
- Company: Join the supportive team at St Finbarr's OSHC in Ashgrove.
- Benefits: Enjoy competitive pay, flexible hours, and up to 95% childcare discount.
- Other info: Flexible shifts and continuous growth opportunities await you!
- Why this job: Make a real difference in children's lives while having fun and growing your skills.
- Qualifications: No formal qualifications needed, but experience in Children's Services is a plus.
The predicted salary is between 24.3 - 29.7 $ per hour.
Join Our Team at St Finbarr's OSHC, Ashgrove! At St Finbarr's OSHC in Ashgrove, we provide before school care, after school care, and vacation care. Our programs are designed to cater to each child's unique age, interests, skills, and abilities. With a flexible, child-initiated approach, we encourage free play and provide a variety of experiences, both indoors and outdoors, as well as individual and group activities. We're looking for enthusiastic and caring casual Educators to join our supportive team.
A Day in the Life of an OSHC Educator:
- Provide warm, nurturing care for children across before school, after school, and vacation care
- Create a safe, secure, and welcoming environment for all
- Design and deliver fun, inclusive recreational and educational experiences
- Maintain positive working relationships with all team members
- Work collaboratively within an established team to ensure the best outcomes for children and families
- Join exciting excursions and special events during vacation care
- Feel proud to come to work knowing you're making a real difference in children's lives every day
Job Requirements:
- A qualification in Children's Services or Early Childhood Education and Care (Certificate III, Diploma, or ACECQA equivalent) is highly regarded but not essential
- Hold a current Queensland Blue Card (Working with Children Check)
- Current First Aid, CPR, Asthma, and Anaphylaxis certifications (or willingness to obtain)
- Mandatory Child Protection (Geccko) Course 1 & 2 — Course 3 & 4 optional but highly regarded
- A passion for the education and care of school-aged children in a play-based environment
- Knowledge of the National Quality Framework and My Time Our Place is desirable
- Effective workplace communication skills
Benefits:
- Competitive Salary - Earn a salary that mirrors your expertise and accomplishments, turning your qualifications and experience into exciting financial rewards
- Flexible work location - Work from one primary service with the opportunity to work additional shifts across CEEC's 130+ services, if desired
- Work life balance - Benefit from the flexibility of casual shifts, allowing you to tailor your work hours to fit your lifestyle and achieve a balance between personal and professional pursuits
- Continuous Growth Opportunities - Unlock your potential with access to professional development, empowering you to pursue further studies and continuous learning, fostering a culture of growth and expertise within our team
- Reward and Recognition Program - Be acknowledged and rewarded for your amazing work and outstanding contribution
- Employee Referral Bonus - Know someone who'd be a great fit? Refer them to join CEEC and receive a referral bonus as a thank you for helping grow our team
- Up to 95% Childcare Discount - Take advantage of generous staff discounts across 130+ CEEC services - supporting both your career and your family
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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