Educator - Alexandra Hills OSHC

Catholic Archdiocese of Brisbane; Brisbane; On-site; AUD 34,440,000 - 48,216,000; Part time

Job summary

St Anthony’s OSHC in Alexandra Hills is seeking casual educators to join our team. The role involves providing warm, nurturing care, creating an inclusive environment, and facilitating age-appropriate activities for Kindergarten to Year 6 children.

We value child-led programs, strong communication with families, and collaborative teamwork. A Blue Card, First Aid, CPR and relevant qualifications are preferred; training and support are provided.

Qualifications

• Certificate III or Diploma in Children’s Services (desirable, but not essential).
• Current Queensland Blue Card (Working with Children Check).
• Current First Aid and CPR certification.
• Genuine passion for working with school-aged children in a play-based environment.
• Understanding of National Quality Framework, My Time Our Place, Early Years Learning Framework or willingness to learn.

Responsibilities

• Provide warm, nurturing care that supports children's wellbeing and development.
• Create a safe, welcoming and inclusive environment for every child.
• Facilitate fun, engaging and educational activities based on children's interests.
• Build positive, respectful relationships with children, families and team members.
• Collaborate with a supportive team and participate in excursions during Vacation Care.

Skills

Childcare

Communication

Teamwork

Education

Certificate III/Diploma in Children’s Services

Job description

Catholic Archdiocese of Brisbane – Alexandra Hills QLD

Casual/Temporary

No experience required

Join the Team at St Anthony’s OSHC – Casual Educators Wanted!

Looking for flexible work in a fun, supportive and child-focused environment? St Anthony’s Outside School Hours Care (OSHC) in Alexandra Hills is seeking enthusiastic Casual Educators to join our growing team!

About Our Service

St Anthony’s OSHC provides Before School Care, After School Care and Vacation Care for children from Kindergarten to Year 6. Our purpose-built, well-resourced service is licensed for up to 150 children, offering a safe, inclusive and engaging environment where children can learn, play and thrive.

Our programs are child-led and interest-based, reflecting each child’s culture, strengths and ideas while encouraging independence, creativity and confidence. We’re committed to fostering a strong sense of belonging, wellbeing and cultural inclusion across our service community.

A Day in the Life of an OSHC Educator

• Provide warm, nurturing care that supports children’s wellbeing and development.
• Create a safe, welcoming and inclusive environment where every child can thrive.
• Facilitate fun, engaging and educational activities based on children’s interests.
• Build positive, respectful relationships with children, families and team members.
• Collaborate with a supportive and passionate team.
• Participate in exciting activities and excursions during Vacation Care.
• Make a positive difference in children’s lives every day.

What Makes a Great Educator?

We’re looking for people who have:

• A Certificate III or Diploma in Children’s Services or equivalent (desirable, but not essential).
• A current Queensland Blue Card (Working with Children Check).
• Current First Aid and CPR certification.
• A genuine passion for working with school-aged children in a play-based environment.
• An understanding of the National Quality Framework, My Time, Our Place, Early Years Learning Framework, National Law and Regulations, or a willingness to learn.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills.
• A willingness to complete Child Protection Training as required.

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.