03rd July, 2026
Looking for a rewarding role where you can combine your leadership skills with your passion for working with children? Join our dedicated team at Augustine Heights and help foster a positive environment where children can thrive.
We're looking for a passionate and motivated Assistant Coordinator to join our welcoming Outside School Hours Care team. If you enjoy supporting primary school-aged children to learn, grow and thrive in a safe, inclusive environment, we'd love to hear from you.
Our service supports up to 195 children and operates Before School Care (BSC), After School Care (ASC) and Vacation Care (VAC) programs. You'll join an experienced team dedicated to creating engaging experiences that support children's wellbeing, learning and development.
About the Role
As Assistant Coordinator, you'll work alongside the Coordinator to support the daily operations of the service while helping deliver engaging programs that promote children's wellbeing, learning and development.
Key Responsibilities:
- Support the Coordinator with the day-to-day operation of the service
- Assist with program planning, implementation and documentation
- Contribute to staff rostering, supervision and team support
- Complete administrative and financial tasks, including fee collection
- Help deliver high-quality, inclusive and engaging educational experiences
- Foster a safe, secure, welcoming and nurturing environment for all children
- Build positive relationships with children, families and colleagues
- Work collaboratively within an established team to achieve the best outcomes
- Participate in ongoing professional learning and development
- Act as the Responsible Person when required in the Coordinator's absence
Job Requirements: - Diploma in Children's Services (or ACECQA equivalent)
- Current Working with Children Check (Blue Card), First Aid, CPR, Asthma/Anaphylaxis
- Current completion (or willingness to complete prior to commencement) of mandatory National Child Training (via Geckko).
- Knowledge and understanding of the National Quality Framework, My Time Our Place framework and National Law/Regulations
- Experience in the education and care of children (OSHC).
- Child protection training is a requirement for this role
- Effective computer skills including experience with childcare management software (Xplor preferred)
- Effective workplace communication
- Leadership skills and the ability to lead a large team
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 split shifts, allowing you to tailor your work hours to fit your lifestyle and achieve a balance between personal and professional pursuits.
- 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.
Our Commitment to Keeping our Staff and Children SafeCatholic 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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