Assistant Coordinator (2IC)

Mary Mackillop Childcare NQ; Townsville City; On-site; AUD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Educator Retention Grant

Paid Birthday Leave

Generous Childcare Discount

Fitness Passport Access

Ongoing Professional Development

Financial Support for Certifications

Health Insurance Benefits

Salary Packaging & Rewards

Uniform Provided

Work-Life Balance

Supportive Team Environment

Job summary

Mary MacKillop Childcare North Queensland is seeking an experienced OSHC Assistant Coordinator to lead our out-of-school-hours care services across Burdell, Mundingburra and Rasmussen. You will support daily operations, mentor educators, and deliver engaging, child-centered programs that promote safety, inclusion and wellbeing.

The role is permanent and offers flexible hours (30–38 per week) with ongoing professional development and opportunities to grow your leadership career within a

Qualifications

• Diploma in Early Childhood Education (or working towards) or equivalent.
• Current Working with Children Check (Blue Card).
• Current First Aid Certificate including CPR, Asthma, and Anaphylaxis training, or willingness to obtain these certifications.

Responsibilities

• Support daily operations of a high-quality OSHC service.
• Lead child-centred programs that inspire creativity, curiosity and wellbeing.
• Build strong, positive relationships with children, families, schools and the wider community.
• Mentor educators to deliver exceptional care and educational experiences.
• Promote a safe, inclusive and welcoming environment where every child feels valued and supported.
• Assist with compliance, programming and continuous improvement to ensure the service meets regulatory and quality standards.

Skills

Leadership

Mentoring

Relationship building

Education

Diploma in Early Childhood Education (or working towards)

Job description

Lead, Inspire and Grow with MMCNQ as an OSHC Assistant Coordinator!

01st September, 2026

Mary MacKillop Childcare North Queensland is dedicated to delivering exceptional care to families across the Diocese of Townsville, spanning from Ingham in the North to Proserpine in the South, Mount Isa in the West, and Palm Island to the East. We have grown to include 4 Early Learning Centres, 9 Kindergartens and 14 Outside School Hours Care centres.

Mary MacKillop Childcare North Queensland is seeking passionate and experienced Assistant Coordinators to join our welcoming Outside School Hours Care (OSHC) teams at Burdell, Mundingburra and Rasmussen.

Our OSHC services provide high-quality before and after school care, as well as vacation care, where children can learn, play, explore and thrive in a safe, inclusive and engaging environment. We are looking for leaders who are passionate about creating meaningful experiences for school-aged children while supporting and inspiring a team of educators.

This is a permanent opportunity, available on either a part-time or full-time basis (30–38 hours per week).

About the Role

Working alongside the Service Coordinator, you will play a key role in the day-to-day leadership of the service by:

• Supporting the daily operations of a high-quality OSHC service.
• Leading engaging, child-centred programs that inspire creativity, curiosity and wellbeing.
• Building strong, positive relationships with children, families, schools and the wider community.
• Mentoring and supporting educators to deliver exceptional care and educational experiences.
• Promoting a safe, inclusive and welcoming environment where every child feels valued and supported.
• Assisting with compliance, programming and continuous improvement to ensure the service meets regulatory and quality standards.

This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced educator who is ready to take the next step into leadership. You'll be supported by an experienced Leader and have access to ongoing professional development to help you grow your career.

At Mary MacKillop Childcare North Queensland, we are committed to creating environments where children are safe, respected and empowered to reach their full potential. As a child-safe organisation, the wellbeing of every child is at the heart of everything we do.

What We’re Looking For:

• Diploma in Early Childhood Education (or working towards) or equivalent (Education Support, studying Bachelor of Education or similar qualifications approved under ACECQA)
• A current Working with Children Check (Blue Card)
• Current First Aid Certificate including CPR, Asthma, and Anaphylaxis training, or willingness to obtain these certifications

What We Offer:

• Educator Retention Grant: Enjoy a wage boost plus our own additional 5% over-award rate (dependent on qualifications and experience)
• Paid Birthday Leave: Celebrate your special day with a paid day off
• Generous Childcare Discount: Receive up to 75% off the gap fee for your child’s care
• Fitness Passport Access: Stay active and healthy with exclusive fitness program access
• Ongoing Professional Development: Grow your skills with tailored learning opportunities
• Financial Support for Certifications: We cover the costs for First Aid, CPR, Asthma, and Anaphylaxis training
• Health Insurance Benefits: Access insurance perks through Queensland Country Health
• Salary Packaging & Rewards: Benefit from RemServ salary packaging options and Rewards platform
• Uniform Provided: Receive your professional uniform shortly after commencement
• Work-Life Balance: Enjoy no weekend work to help maintain your personal time
• Supportive Team Environment: Thrive in a workplace where strong relationships with children, families, and colleagues are valued