Coordinator

Mary Mackillop Childcare NQ; Charters Towers Regional; On-site; AUD 70,000 - 90,000; 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 a passionate Coordinator to lead the Columba Kindergarten and Care hub in Charters Towers on a fixed-term, full‑time basis. The role involves guiding service development, mentoring educators, and delivering high-quality care within a supported team environment.

The position runs 38 hours per week, with shifts between 7:00am and 5:30pm, commencing November 2026 and continuing through January 2028, under the supervision of the Business

Qualifications

• Diploma in Early Childhood Education and Care or ACECQA‑approved equivalent.
• Current Working with Children Check (Blue Card).
• Current First Aid Certificate Including CPR, Asthma and Anaphylaxis or ability to obtain before commencement.
• Understanding of National Quality Framework and My Time Our Place Framework.
• Passion and dedication to provide the highest standard of care for our children and families.

Responsibilities

• Provide leadership and support across the Columba Kindergarten and Care hub.
• Guide service development to meet local community needs.
• Mentor Educators and foster a collaborative team environment.
• Ensure compliance with regulatory and quality standards.

Skills

Leadership

Team management

Coaching

Communication

Education

Diploma in Early Childhood Education and Care

Job description

Lead the day-to-day operation of our Kindy and OSHC at our Columba Kindergarten and Care hub in this fixed-term parental leave cover opportunity!

23rd September, 2026

Mary MacKillop Childcare North Queensland provides high-quality provision of care to families across the Diocese of Townsville, which stretches from Ingham in the North, Proserpine in the South, Mount Isa in the West and Palm Island to the East.

About the position At Columba Kindergarten and Care, Charters Towers, we provide long day care for children aged 3–5 through a Queensland Government-approved Kindergarten program. As a hub facility, we also offer before and after school care and vacation care for children attending the school and families across the wider community.

Our centre is seeking a passionate and creative Coordinator to join our team on a fixed-term, full-time basis, providing leadership and support across the hub.

This position is 38 hours per week, with a variety of shifts between 7:00am and 5:30pm. The role will commence in November 2026 and continue through to January 2028.

You will join a supportive environment and will have the opportunity to manage and mentor a team of Educators while guiding the service development to meet local needs with the support from your Business Operations Consultant and other experts in their fields from Mary MacKillop Childcare NQ.

MMCNQ is a child-safe organisation committed to ensuring every child feels safe, valued, and supported to learn and grow.

What you’ll need to succeed:

• Diploma in Early Childhood Education and Care or equivalent ACECQA approved qualification
• Current Working with Children Check (Blue Card)
• Current First Aid Certificate Including CPR, Asthma and Anaphylaxis or ability to obtain before commencement
• Understanding and knowledge of National Quality Framework and My Time Our Place Framework
• Passion and dedication to provide the highest standard of care for our children and families

What We Offer:

• Educator Retention Grant:Enjoy a wage boost plus our own additional over-award rates (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

If you have any questions about this position, please contact our HR team on [e-mail] or 07 4726 3294.