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A service with heart. A team with purpose. A leadership opportunity worth exploring.

Immaculate Heart OSHC, Leichhardt, is seeking an Coordinator to lead a well-established Outside School Hours Care service. Licensed for up to 90 children across Before School Care, After School Care and Vacation Care, the service is supported by a dedicated team, strong school partnerships and a welcoming community.

This is an opportunity to step into a successful service with strong foundations already in place. As Coordinator, you will provide leadership, foster meaningful relationships and help create engaging experiences that support children's growth, wellbeing and sense of belonging.

Situated within the heart of Immaculate Heart School, the service is a trusted part of daily life for local families, offering you the chance to make a genuine impact while being part of a community that values connection, inclusion and quality care.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead, mentor and inspire an established team of educators to deliver high-quality care and engaging programs.
• Build on the service's strong reputation and continue to foster positive relationships with families and the school community.
• Create a safe, inclusive and nurturing environment where children feel valued, supported and excited to attend.
• Strengthen partnerships with children, families, educators, school staff and the parish community.
• Oversee the daily operations of the service, ensuring compliance with relevant regulations, policies and procedures.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives and contribute innovative ideas to enhance children's experiences.
• Support the planning and delivery of Before School Care, After School Care and Vacation Care programs that reflect children's interests and needs.
• Champion a culture of belonging, collaboration and excellence across the service.

Job Requirements: 

• A Diploma in Children’s Services or equivalent qualification in accordance with ACECQA requirements.
• A current Working with Children Check (Blue Card).
• Current First Aid, CPR and Asthma/Anaphylaxis qualifications.
• The ability and willingness to provide consent to act as the Nominated Supervisor.
• Current completion, or willingness to complete prior to commencement, of mandatory National Child Training via Geckko.
• A strong understanding of the National Quality Framework, National Quality Standards and My Time, Our Place.
• Previous experience leading or managing a childcare or OSHC service.
• Current child protection training, or the ability to meet this requirement prior to commencement.
• Confidence using childcare management systems, with Xplor experience highly regarded.
• Demonstrated ability to develop, motivate and support a team.
• Strong relationship-building and communication skills.

Benefits:

Excellent pay + a range of allowances – Enjoy a highly competitive hourly rate that reflects your experience and expertise, along with a range of additional allowances designed to recognise and reward the important work you do.
Leadership Days – Step away from the day-to-day and connect with fellow Service Leaders through dedicated offsite networking, collaboration and professional development.
Leadership Development Program – Access development opportunities designed to strengthen your capability and support you throughout your leadership journey.
Peer PODs – Become part of a network of fellow Service Leaders where you can share ideas, seek guidance, problem-solve and learn from one another.
Dedicated specialist support – Access expertise from our Quality A&R, Inclusion, Employee Relations and Recruitment teams, giving you practical support when you need it.
End-of-Year Celebrations – Come together to recognise and celebrate the incredible contribution our Service Leaders make throughout the year.
Our Cultural Mindsets – Be Brave. Be Authentic. Be Thoughtful. Be Professional. These mindsets guide how we work, lead and support one another every day.
Career Pathways – Grow your career through opportunities to become a formal mentor or explore future pathways into roles such as Portfolio Manager, Compliance Officer, Family Support Officer or Rostering Officer.
Up to 95% Childcare Discount – Access generous staff discounts across 130+ Catholic Early EdCare services, supporting both your career and your family.

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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