Educator - Torquay

Centacare; Charters Towers Regional; On-site; AUD 39,000 - 47,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Flexible shifts

Work-life balance

Referral program

Childcare discount

Job summary

Catholic Early EdCare is seeking a casual OSHC Educator to support before school, after school, and vacation care at Star of the Sea Catholic School in Torquay. You will help design engaging activities and foster a safe, welcoming environment for school-aged children.

Working with the Service Coordinator, you will contribute to a fun program, ensuring high standards of care while aligning with the National Quality Framework and policy requirements. Flexible shifts offered.

Qualifications

• Certificate III or Diploma in Children's Services is desirable but not essential.
• Current First Aid, CPR, Asthma and Anaphylaxis certifications (or willingness to obtain).
• Current Queensland Blue Card (Working with Children Check).
• Knowledge of National Quality Framework and My Time Our Place framework is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide warm, nurturing care across before school, after school, and vacation care.
• Create a safe, welcoming environment for all children and families.
• Design and deliver fun, inclusive recreational and educational experiences.
• Maintain positive working relationships with the team and coordinate with the Service Coordinator.

Skills

Patience

Communication

Teamwork

Safety awareness

Play-based learning

Education

Certificate III in Children's Services

Diploma in Children's Services

Job description

11th November, 2026

Join Our Team at Star of the Sea OSHC, Torquay!

We’re looking for an enthusiastic and caring casual Educator to join our Outside School Hours Care (OSHC) team, located on the grounds of Star of the Sea Catholic School in Torquay. This casual role covers before school care, after school care, and vacation care.

In this role, you will work closely with the Service Coordinator to create a fun, engaging, and interactive program for school-aged children. Your ideas and contributions will play a vital role in enhancing our program, ensuring it remains dynamic and enjoyable for all participants.

If you’re ready to make a difference and contribute to a vibrant, caring community, we’d love to hear from you.

A Day in the Life of an OSHC Educator…

• Provide warm, nurturing care for children across before school, after school, and vacation care


• Create a safe, secure, and welcoming environment for all


• Design and deliver fun, inclusive recreational and educational experiences


• Maintain positive working relationships with all team members


• Work collaboratively within an established team to ensure the best outcomes for children and families


• Join exciting excursions and special events during vacation care


• Feel proud to come to work knowing you’re making a real difference in children’s lives every day

Job Requirements:

• Hold (or are working towards) a Certificate III or Diploma in Children’s Services or an ACECQA approved equivalent — desirable but not essential


• Hold a current Queensland Blue Card (Working with Children Check)


• Current First Aid, CPR, Asthma, and Anaphylaxis certifications (or willingness to obtain)


• Mandatory Child Protection (Geccko) Course 1 & 2 as well as Course 3 & 4 are required to be completed.


• 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 framework, and National Law/Regulations (or ability to acquire)


• Effective oral and written communication skills within the workplace

Benefits:

• Competitive Salary - Earn a salary that mirrors your expertise and accomplishments, turning your qualifications and experience into exciting financial rewards


• Flexible work location - Work from one primary service with the opportunity to work additional shifts across CEEC’s 130+ services, if desired


• Work life balance - Benefit from the flexibility of casual shifts, allowing you to tailor your work hours to fit your lifestyle and achieve a balance between personal and professional pursuits


• Reward and Recognition Program - Be acknowledged and rewarded for your amazing work and outstanding contribution


• Employee Referral Bonus - Know someone who’d be a great fit? Refer them to join CEEC and receive a referral bonus as a thank-you for helping grow our team


• Up to 95% Childcare Discount - Take advantage of generous staff discounts across 130+ CEEC services — supporting both your career and your family

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.