Assistant Coordinator - Rochedale

Centacare; Brisbane; On-site; AUD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Split-shift arrangements

Educational Leader hours

Professional development

Rewards program

Referral bonus

Job summary

Catholic Early EdCare in Rochedale is seeking an experienced Assistant Coordinator & Educational Leader to join St Peter’s OSHC. The role shares daily operations with the Service Coordinator, mentors educators and leads program development across before/after school and vacation care sessions.

You will oversee staffing, documentation and compliance, with two additional hours each week dedicated to educational leadership, reflective practice and continuous program improvement aligned with the

Qualifications

• Diploma in Children's Services or ACECQA-approved equivalent qualification.
• Experience in OSHC or similar education and care setting with leadership experience preferred.
• Current Queensland Working with Children Check (Blue Card).
• Current First Aid, CPR, Asthma and Anaphylaxis qualifications.
• Current Child Protection Training, as required for the role.
• Knowledge of the National Quality Framework and My Time, Our Place.
• Understanding of educational programming, reflective practice and continuous improvement.
• Confident computer skills; experience with Xplor childcare management software is highly regarded.
• Strong communication, organisation and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to lead, mentor and support educators while engaging with children, families and school community.

Responsibilities

• Support the Service Coordinator with day-to-day operations and effective management.
• Assist with staff rostering, supervision, mentoring and team development.
• Support administrative duties and service documentation.
• Help deliver a high-quality, inclusive and engaging educational program.
• Create and maintain a safe, welcoming and nurturing environment for all children.
• Build positive relationships with children, families, school staff and colleagues.
• Work collaboratively to achieve positive outcomes for children and families.
• Act as the Responsible Person when required, including in the Coordinator's absence.
• Support the Coordinator in building a strong, collaborative team.

Skills

Leadership

Mentoring

Team development

Communication

Organisational skills

Education

Diploma in Children's Services

Tools

Xplor software

Job description

09th October, 2026

Assistant Coordinator – St Peter’s OSHC Rochedale

Leadership & Career Progression | Educational Program Leadership | Additional Educational Leader Hours

About the Role

Are you a passionate OSHC educator ready to take the next step in your career? Or an experienced Assistant Coordinator looking for an opportunity to grow your leadership skills and make a meaningful impact? St Peter’s Catholic Primary School OSHC is seeking a motivated and experienced Assistant Coordinator & Educational Leader to join our team. This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced educator or Responsible Person looking to develop their leadership capabilities, support a dedicated team and contribute to the ongoing success of our service. Licensed for up to 135 children, our service operates Before School Care from 6:30am–8:30am, After School Care from 3:00pm–6:00pm and Vacation Care from 7:00am–6:00pm. Working closely with the Service Coordinator, you'll help lead daily operations, support and mentor educators, and contribute to a high-quality educational program that reflects children's interests, learning and development. As the Educational Leader, you'll receive an additional two hours each week dedicated to supporting educational program development, guiding educator practice, strengthening reflective practice and driving continuous improvement across the service. If you're passionate about supporting children, inspiring educators and building a positive team culture, we'd love to hear from you!

Key Responsibilities

Assistant Coordinator Responsibilities

• Support the Service Coordinator with the day-to-day operations and effective management of the service.
• Assist with staff rostering, supervision, mentoring and team development.
• Support administrative duties and service documentation.
• Help deliver a high-quality, inclusive and engaging educational program.
• Create and maintain a safe, secure, welcoming and nurturing environment for all children.
• Build positive relationships with children, families, school staff and colleagues.
• Work collaboratively with the Coordinator and educator team to achieve positive outcomes for children and families.
• Act as the Responsible Person when required, including in the Coordinator's absence.
• Support the Coordinator in building a strong, collaborative and motivated team.

Educational Leader Responsibilities

• Lead and support the development, implementation and documentation of the educational program.
• Guide and mentor educators to strengthen their programming, planning and educational practices.
• Promote ongoing reflective practice and encourage educators to reflect on and improve their work.
• Support the development, implementation and ongoing review of the service's Quality Improvement Plan (QIP).
• Encourage inclusive, child-centred experiences that support children's learning, wellbeing and development.
• Promote continuous improvement and ensure educational practices align with the National Quality Framework and My Time, Our Place framework.
• Use the additional two allocated hours each week to focus on educational leadership, program development and educator support.

What You'll Bring

• Diploma in Children's Services or an ACECQA-approved equivalent qualification.
• Previous experience in OSHC or a similar education and care setting, with leadership experience highly regarded.
• Current Queensland Working with Children Check (Blue Card).
• Current First Aid, CPR, Asthma and Anaphylaxis qualifications.
• Current Child Protection Training, as required for the role.
• Knowledge of the National Quality Framework, My Time, Our Place framework, and relevant National Law and Regulations.
• Understanding of educational programming, documentation, reflective practice and continuous improvement.
• Confident computer skills, with experience using childcare management software such as Xplor highly regarded.
• Strong communication, organisation and interpersonal skills.
• The ability to lead, mentor and support educators while building positive relationships with children, families and the school community.

Why Join Catholic Early EdCare?

• Work-life balance – Enjoy split-shift arrangements that support balance between your professional and personal commitments.
• Dedicated Educational Leader hours – Receive an additional two hours each week to focus on educational program development, educator mentoring and continuous improvement.
• Professional development and career progression – Access ongoing learning opportunities, further study and support to grow your leadership skills.
• Reward and Recognition Program – Have your contributions recognised and celebrated.
• Employee Referral Bonus – Refer great people to Catholic Early EdCare and receive a bonus as a thank-you.

Ready to Take the Next Step?

If you're passionate about children's learning and development and want to grow as a leader while making a meaningful difference, we'd love to hear from you! Join Catholic Early EdCare at St Peter's OSHC and help create an environment where children thrive, educators feel supported and quality educational practice is at the heart of everything we do.

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).

Catholic Early EdCare is an equal opportunity employer and values diversity. We encourage applications from all individuals, including those from diverse backgrounds.