Lead with purpose. Inspire a team. Create experiences children love.

St Bernardine's OSHC is seeking an enthusiastic and experienced Assistant Coordinator for up to 35 hours per week to lead our welcoming service, supporting up to 165 children across Before School Care (BSC), After School Care (ASC) and Vacation Care (VAC) programs.

As the Assistant Coordinator, you will oversee the daily operations of the service, lead a dedicated team of educators, and create a safe, engaging and inclusive environment where children can learn, play and grow. You'll work closely with families, school staff and children to deliver high-quality, child-led programs that reflect children's interests, strengths and voices.

With strong connections to the school community, St Bernardine's OSHC offers a rewarding opportunity to lead a service where relationships, wellbeing and meaningful experiences are at the heart of everything we do.
 
Key Responsibilities

• Support the Manager 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

• Leadership Days & Programs – Offsite networking, professional development, and ongoing leadership support.
• Career Pathways – Grow into mentoring or specialist roles such as Regional Manager, Compliance, Family Support, or Workforce planning.
• Culture That Cares – We live our values: Be Brave, Be Authentic, Be Thoughtful, Be Professional.
• Recognition & Celebrations – Reward and recognition programs plus end-of-year celebrations to celebrate your achievements.
• Up to 95% Childcare Discount – Generous staff discounts across 130+ services to support you and your family.
• 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.
• 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 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