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Assistant Coordinator – St Francis Xavier OSHC
Permanent Part-Time | 28 hours per week | Runaway Bay
Are you ready to take the next step in your OSHC career?

Join the wonderful team at St Francis Xavier OSHC in Runaway Bay as an Assistant Coordinator. You’ll work alongside an experienced Coordinator and dedicated team of educators to create a safe, nurturing and engaging environment where children can explore, learn and grow.

St Francis Xavier Outside School Hours Care provides Before School Care, After School Care and Vacation Care for up to 120 children. This is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced educator looking to develop their leadership skills while making a meaningful difference to children, families and the wider school community.

About the Role
As the Assistant Coordinator, you will provide leadership and guidance to the educator team while supporting the Coordinator with the effective day-to-day operation of the service.
You will:

• Support and guide educators to provide high-quality care and engaging experiences for children
• Assist with the daily operations of the service, including staffing, supervision and administration
• Support the planning, implementation and documentation of engaging programs and activities
• Assist with maintaining compliance with the National Quality Framework, service policies and Catholic Early EdCare requirements
• Step into the Responsible Person role when required
• Support positive and professional relationships with children, families, educators and the school community
• Assist with family communication and responding to enquiries
• Contribute to a safe, inclusive and welcoming environment for all children
• Support continuous improvement and contribute to the ongoing development of the service
• Work collaboratively with the Coordinator and educator team to achieve positive outcomes for children and families
• Get involved in exciting Vacation Care programs and excursions

About You
We’re looking for someone who is passionate about working with primary school-aged children and is ready to take on greater leadership responsibility.
You will bring:

• Experience working in an OSHC or similar education and care environment
• A passion for creating positive experiences for children
• Strong communication and teamwork skills
• Confidence supporting and guiding a team
• An understanding of the National Quality Framework and relevant compliance requirements
• The ability to build positive relationships with children, families and colleagues
• A proactive and collaborative approach to daily operations
• A commitment to providing safe, inclusive and high-quality care

The Benefits

• 95% Staff Childcare Discount – Access a 95% staff discount across more than 130 Catholic Early EdCare services throughout the Archdiocese of Brisbane.
• Reward & Recognition Program – Be recognised and rewarded for your achievements and contribution.
• Work-Life Balance – Enjoy a permanent part-time position with a consistent 28-hour working week.
• Employee Assistance Program – Access confidential support and resources for your wellbeing.
• Professional Development & Career Growth – Continue building your skills and unlock future leadership opportunities through ongoing professional development.
• Make a Difference Every Day
• If you’re an experienced educator who is ready to grow your leadership skills and help create a place where children feel safe, supported and excited to learn, we’d love to hear from you.

  
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 background

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