Assistant Coordinator - North Ipswich

Are you passionate about fostering a positive and supportive environment for children? St Joseph’s Out of School Hours Care (OSHC) is seeking an enthusiastic and dedicated Assistant Coordinator to join our team. At St Joseph’s OSHC, we provide a safe, engaging, and nurturing environment for children before and after school, as well as during school holidays and is licenced for 105 children. Our services focus on nurturing creativity and encouraging the development of social, emotional, and cognitive skills through fun, educational, and structured activities. We pride ourselves on being a close-knit team committed to delivering the highest standards of care, and we are seeking an individual who shares this commitment. If you have experience in childcare and leadership and are motivated to make a meaningful impact on the lives of children and their families, we would love to hear from you.

Key Responsibilities:

• Assist the Coordinator in the day-to-day operations of the service, including program planning, delivery, and documentation.
• Staff rostering and supervision.
• Administration and financial management tasks (e.g. fee collection).
• Assist in the delivery of a high quality, inclusive, educational program.
• Provide children with a safe, secure, welcoming, and nurturing environment.
• Work collaboratively within an established team to ensure the best outcomes for children and families.
• Participate in professional and personal development.
• Consent to be the Responsible Person on site in the absence of the coordinator.
• Promote the service within the local community in accordance with the Vision, Mission and Values of Centacare Child Care Services.

Job Requirements:

• An ACECQA-approved school-age qualification, including studies in education, community services, health, therapy, sports, or creative arts.
• Current Working with Children Check (Blue Card), First Aid, CPR, Asthma/Anaphylaxis.
• 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.
• Effective computer skills including experience with childcare management software (Xplor preferred).
• Effective workplace communication and leadership skills.

Benefits:

• Earn a salary that mirrors your expertise and accomplishments, turning your qualifications and experience into exciting financial rewards!
• Work from one primary service with the opportunity to work additional shifts across CEEC’s 130+ services, if desired.
• 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.
• Continuous Growth Opportunities - Unlock your potential with access to professional development, empowering you to pursue further studies and continuous learning, fostering a culture of growth and expertise within our team.
• Reward and Recognition Program - Be acknowledged and rewarded for your amazing work, and outstanding contribution.

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.