Diploma Qualified Educators

Join our supportive and welcoming team at Peace Lutheran OSHC Cairns! We're seeking a passionate Diploma Qualified Educator who loves working with children and creating engaging experiences that support their wellbeing, learning, and development.

Located at Peace Lutheran College, our OSHC service provides before school care, after school care, and vacation care programs. At Peace Lutheran OSHC, we believe children thrive when they can explore, discover, create, build relationships, solve problems, and use their imagination. Working in partnership with families, we provide a safe, inclusive, and engaging environment guided by the My Time, Our Place Framework and National Quality Standards.

As a Diploma Qualified Educator, you will:

• Supervise and actively engage children in a variety of indoor and outdoor activities
• Create a safe, welcoming, and inclusive environment for all children
• Deliver age-appropriate, engaging programs that support learning and development
• Build positive and respectful relationships with children, families, and the school community
• Collaborate with your team to deliver high-quality care and programs
• Assist with maintaining a clean, safe, and organised environment

To be successful in this role, you will have:

• Diploma in Children’s Services (or ACECQA-approved equivalent) or actively working towards one.
• A current Blue Card
• Reliability, flexibility, and a positive team player attitude
• Completed relevant Child Protection Training course (as per Section 162A of the Education and Care Services National Law)
• Good communication and interpersonal skills
• A strong understanding of the National Quality Standards and the National Framework
• A genuine passion for working with school‑aged children
• Certifications in First Aid, CPR, Asthma, and Anaphylaxis (or willing to obtain prior to commencement)
• Experience in an OSHC or similar setting would be preferred; however, all applicants would be considered
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Proven ability to build positive, respectful relationships with children, families, and colleagues
• A genuine passion for working with children and fostering their development
• Willingness to work within the Christian ethos of the service
• Experience with Food Handling (desired but not essential)

What We Offer:

• Supportive and welcoming team culture
• A growing service that values children, families, and educators
• Professional development and career progression opportunities
• Dedicated events for upskilling throughout the year
• The chance to work for a not-for-profit organisation that values and supports its employees, families, and children
• Access to an Employee Assistance Program
• Paid time to complete training courses by In Safe Hands
• Access to a Pedagogical Manager and supportive management team

With over 50 years of experience, Lutheran Education Queensland delivers high-quality early childhood and OSHC services. As a not-for-profit organisation, we are committed to nurturing children’s development in a faith-based environment and providing inspired learning experiences that support lifelong growth. Peace Lutheran OSHC is an equal opportunity employer and welcomes applications from all backgrounds.