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Make a Meaningful Difference in Your Community!
 
Are you a passionate and experienced leader who loves creating engaging, inclusive environments where children can learn, grow and thrive? Join Star of the Sea Outside School Hours Care (OSHC) in Cleveland as our next OSHC Coordinator and lead a service where children, families and the school community are at the heart of everything we do.

About Our Service Nestled within the close-knit community of Star of the Sea Catholic Primary School in Cleveland, our OSHC service operates from a dedicated space on the school and Parish grounds. We provide Before School Care, After School Care and Vacation Care for up to 45 children from Prep to Year 6.

As part of a welcoming and supportive school community, and located next door to Star of the Sea Long Day Care, this is an exciting opportunity to build on the strong foundations of an established service. You will lead a passionate team, foster meaningful relationships and create enriching experiences that support children's wellbeing, learning and development.

As Coordinator, you will oversee the day-to-day operations of the service, lead and develop your team, deliver high-quality educational programs and build strong partnerships with children, families and the wider school community. You'll also benefit from the support of Catholic Early EdCare's broader leadership network to help you succeed in your role.
Key Responsibilities

• Lead the daily operations of the OSHC service, ensuring high-quality education and care.
• Develop, implement and evaluate engaging programs that reflect children's interests, ideas and individual needs.
• Create a safe, inclusive and nurturing environment where every child feels valued and supported.
• Lead, mentor and develop a dedicated team of Educators, fostering a positive and collaborative workplace culture.
• Build strong relationships with children, families, school staff and the wider community.
• Maintain compliance with the National Quality Framework, National Law and Regulations, and Catholic Early EdCare policies and procedures.
• Oversee service administration, including rostering, documentation and quality improvement processes.
• Strengthen partnerships with the school and promote positive engagement with the local community.
• Plan and deliver fun, meaningful experiences and excursions during Vacation Care.
• Empower Educators to contribute ideas, grow professionally and deliver the best possible outcomes for children and families.

About You You are a confident and motivated leader who is passionate about children's education and care. You enjoy building relationships, supporting a team and creating an environment where children and Educators feel a genuine sense of belonging.
To be successful, you will have:

• A Diploma in Children's Services, Early Childhood Education or an ACECQA-approved equivalent qualification.
• Previous leadership experience within OSHC or the education and care sector.
• Strong leadership, communication, organisational and relationship-building skills.
• A sound understanding of the National Quality Framework, My Time, Our Place, and the National Law and Regulations.
• A current Queensland Working with Children Check (Blue Card).
• Current First Aid, CPR, Asthma and Anaphylaxis qualifications.
• Current Child Protection Training.
• Experience with childcare management software, with Xplor highly regarded.

Why Join Catholic Early EdCare? When you join Catholic Early EdCare, you'll become part of a supportive organisation committed to quality education and care, professional growth and positive outcomes for children and families.

• Competitive Salary – Receive a salary that reflects your qualifications, experience and leadership capabilities.
• 95% Childcare Discount – Access generous childcare savings across eligible Catholic Early EdCare services.
• Work-Life Balance – Enjoy the structure of a permanent full-time leadership role with split shifts.
• Leadership Support and Development – Access mentoring, networking opportunities, ongoing training and professional development.
• Career Progression – Explore future opportunities across leadership, portfolio management, compliance and other specialist areas.
• Supportive Leadership Network – Connect and collaborate with experienced leaders and colleagues across our services.
• Reward and Recognition – Be recognised and celebrated for your contribution and achievements.
• Employee Referral Bonus – Receive a bonus when you refer a suitable candidate who joins our team, subject to program conditions.

Ready to Make a Difference? If you're ready to lead a close-knit OSHC service, inspire a passionate team and make a lasting impact on children and families, we'd love to hear from you.
Apply today and take the next step in your leadership career with Catholic Early EdCare!
  
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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