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We believe childhood should be filled with curiosity, connection and plenty of opportunities to explore. We're looking for passionate educators to join our team and help create meaningful experiences for children before school, after school and during vacation care.

At St Joseph's North Ipswich OSHC, you'll have the opportunity to build meaningful relationships with children, support their individual interests, and work alongside a collaborative team that is passionate about creating engaging experiences every day.

Key Responsibilities

• Providing nurturing care for children
• Ensuring a safe, secure and welcoming environment
• Creating fun recreational and educational experiences that are inclusive for all
• Maintaining positive working relationships with all team members
• Working collaboratively within an established team to ensure the best outcomes for children and families
• Participating in fun excursions during vacation care
• Making a difference in the lives of children in our care every day

Job Requirements

• A Certificate III or Diploma in Children's Services (or other ACECQA-approved qualification) is desirable but not essential.
• Current completion (or willingness to complete prior to commencement) of mandatory National Child Training (via Geckko).
• A current Queensland Blue Card (Working with Children Check)
• Strong communication and collaboration skills
• A passion for working with children and contributing to their growth in a play-based setting
• Previous experience in OSHC or a similar environment (desirable)

Why Join Us?

• Competitive salary – Be rewarded for your expertise and accomplishments with a salary that reflects your qualifications and experience.
• Flexible work location – Enjoy the stability of working at one primary service, with the option to pick up additional shifts across CEEC’s 130+ services if you’re looking for more variety or hours.
• Work–life balance – Take advantage of flexible split shifts, giving you the ability to shape your workday around your lifestyle and maintain a healthy balance between your personal and professional commitments.
• Continuous growth opportunities – Develop your career with access to ongoing professional learning and support for further study, helping you grow your skills and expertise within a supportive team culture.
• Referral bonus – Know someone who’d be a great fit? Refer a successful candidate and receive a generous referral bonus as our way of saying thank you for helping us 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.

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