Assistant Coordinator - St Francis Xavier OSHC

Catholic Archdiocese of Brisbane; Gold Coast City; On-site; AUD 45,000 - 65,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

95% Staff Childcare Discount

Reward & Recognition Program

Work-Life Balance - 28 hours

Employee Assistance Program

Professional Development & Career Grow

Make a Difference Every Day

Job summary

Catholic Archdiocese of Brisbane – Gold Coast QLD is seeking an Assistant Coordinator for St Francis Xavier OSHC in Runaway Bay. This permanent part-time role (28 hours per week) supports the Coordinator and educator team in delivering safe, engaging care before/after school and during vacation periods.

You will lead and mentor staff, assist with program planning, staffing, compliance and family communications, and step into the Responsible Person role when required.

Qualifications

• Experience working in an OSHC or similar education and care environment
• Ability to lead and support a team of educators
• Understanding of National Quality Framework (NQF) and compliance requirements

Responsibilities

• Provide leadership and guidance to the educator team while supporting the Coordinator with daily operations
• Assist with staffing, supervision and administration to ensure high-quality care
• Plan, implement and document engaging programs and activities for children
• Support compliance with NQF, policy requirements and Catholic Early EdCare standards
• Step into the Responsible Person role when required
• Foster positive relationships with children, families, educators and the school community
• Assist with family communication and enquiries
• Contribute to a safe, inclusive and welcoming environment for all children
• Support continuous improvement and development of the service
• Collaborate with the Coordinator to achieve outcomes for children and families
• Get involved in Vacation Care programs and excursions

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Teamwork

Staff supervision

Children's safety

Job description

Assistant Coordinator - St Francis Xavier OSHC

Catholic Archdiocese of Brisbane – Gold Coast QLD

12d ago , from Catholic Archdiocese of Brisbane

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.

• 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.

• 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 colleaguesA 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 ChildrenCheck (Blue Card).

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