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Join Our Team as an Assistant Coordinator – St Thomas More Outside School Hours Care, Sunshine Beach

Are you a passionate and qualified educator ready to take the next step in your career? We’re seeking an enthusiastic Assistant Coordinator to join our supportive team at St Thomas More Outside School Hours Care, located on-site at St Thomas More Catholic Primary School — just minutes from the beautiful Sunshine Beach.

Our service provides high-quality before and after school care for up to 60 children in a fun, engaging, and nurturing environment.

This position is a full-time maternity leave contract for approximately 10 months (30 hours per week, Monday to Friday, working split shifts across before and after school care sessions). Following the contract period, there is an opportunity for the successful candidate to continue with the service in a Casual Educator/Responsible Person role.

As Assistant Coordinator, you will support the Coordinator in the daily operations of the service while further developing your leadership and management skills within a collaborative and welcoming team environment.
If you’re motivated, organised, and passionate about creating positive experiences for children and families, we’d love to hear from you.

Key Responsibilities

Support the Coordinator in the day-to-day management of the service, including:

• Assisting with program planning, delivery, and documentation
• Staff rostering and team support
• Administrative and financial management tasks, including fee processing
• Delivering a high-quality, inclusive educational program
• Creating a safe, welcoming, and nurturing environment for children
• Working collaboratively with educators, children, and families
• Participating in ongoing professional development opportunities
• Acting as the Responsible Person in the absence of the Coordinator
• Promoting the service within the local community in line with the Vision, Mission, and Values of Centacare Child Care Services

About You

To be successful in this role, you will have:

• Diploma in Children’s Services/Early Childhood Education or ACECQA-approved equivalent
• Current Working with Children Check (Blue Card)
• Current First Aid, CPR, Asthma, and Anaphylaxis certifications
• Knowledge of the National Quality Framework, My Time Our Place Framework, and relevant legislation
• Experience working in education and care settings
• Strong communication and leadership skills
• Effective computer skills, including childcare management software experience (Xplor preferred)

The Benefits

• Earn a salary that reflects your qualifications, experience, and achievements
• Work from one primary service with opportunities to pick up additional shifts across CEEC’s 130+ services, if desired
• Enjoy work-life balance through split shifts that support flexibility across your day
• Access ongoing professional development and career growth opportunities
• Be recognised through our Reward and Recognition Program celebrating outstanding contributions

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).

How to Apply

Ready to embark on this exciting journey with us? To apply, submit your resume along with a cover letter telling us why you're the perfect fit for the role.

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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