Educator - Boonah

Catholic Early EdCare; Brisbane, Ipswich City; On-site; AUD 39,000 - 55,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Staff Discount

Recognition

Work-Life Balance

Employee Support

Growth Opportunities

Referral Program

Job summary

All Saints Outside School Hours Care (OSHC) in Boonah is seeking casual OSHC Educators. The role concentrates on Vacation Care with options for extra shifts during school terms when staff are unavailable. You’ll work across Before School Care, After School Care and Vacation Care with flexible shifts and a focus on building relationships.

You’ll join a welcoming team that values creativity, enthusiasm, and a passion for working with children, helping make a positive impact each day.

Qualifications

• Excellent communication with children and families.
• Ability to work as part of a supportive team.
• Willingness to undertake required training.

Responsibilities

• Provide nurturing, supportive care for children
• Create a safe, secure and welcoming environment
• Plan and deliver fun, inclusive recreational and educational experiences
• Build positive, respectful relationships with your team
• Work collaboratively to achieve the best outcomes for children and families
• Join exciting excursions during vacation care
• Finish each day feeling motivated, fulfilled and proud of the difference you’ve made

Skills

Communication

Teamwork

Flexibility

Education

Certificate III or Diploma in Children Services

Job description

13th November, 2026

Join a Creative, Supportive OSHC Team Where Every Child Matters!

At All Saints Outside School Hours Care (OSHC) in Boonah, we're passionate about creating a nurturing environment where every child feels safe, valued and inspired to learn through play.

This casual position will primarily provide support during Vacation Care periods, with opportunities to pick up additional shifts during school terms when regular educators are unavailable due to illness or other absences. Shifts will depend on service requirements and your availability.

Our warm, community-focused service caters for a small group of children across Before School Care (6:30am–8:30am), After School Care (2:30pm–6:00pm) and Vacation Care (6:30am–6:00pm).

As part of our close-knit team, you'll have the opportunity to build genuine relationships with children, create experiences that reflect their interests and make a meaningful difference in their day.

You’ll be joining a welcoming and collaborative team where your creativity, enthusiasm and passion for working with children are valued, and where no two days are ever the same.

If you’re looking for a flexible casual opportunity where you can make a positive impact, we’d love to hear from you.

A Day in the Life of an OSHC Educator

• Provide nurturing, supportive care for children
• Create a safe, secure and welcoming environment
• Plan and deliver fun, inclusive recreational and educational experiences
• Build positive, respectful relationships with your team
• Work collaboratively to achieve the best outcomes for children and families
• Join exciting excursions during vacation care
• Finish each day feeling motivated, fulfilled and proud of the difference you’ve made

Job Requirements:

• Certificate III or Diploma in Children Services (or working towards) would be desirable, but not essential.
• Current completion (or willingness to complete prior to commencement) of mandatory National Child Training (via Geckko).
• Hold a current Queensland Blue Card (Working with Children Check)
• A passion for the education and care of school aged children in a play-based environment
• Knowledge and understanding of the National Quality Framework, My Time Our Place or Early Years Learning framework and National Law/Regulations or ability to acquire
• Effective oral and written communication within the workplace
• Willingness to take child protection training as required

Why Join us?

• Staff Discount– 95% off at 130+ CEEC services.
• Recognition– Reward for your outstanding work.
• Work-Life Balance– Flexible split shifts to fit your lifestyle.
• Employee Support– Confidential assistance for your well-being.
• Growth Opportunities– Access ongoing professional development.
• Referral Program- Be rewarded for helping to grow our team.

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.