Service Leader - Deception Bay OSHC

Catholic Early EdCare; Deception Bay; On-site; AUD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Supportive culture

Flexible work location

Work-life balance

Professional development

Referral bonus

Job summary

Catholic Early EdCare is seeking a Coordinator to lead our 75‑place Deception Bay OSHC service and oversee Before School Care, After School Care, and Vacation Care programs. You will mentor a team of educators and collaborate with our Support Office to drive quality, safety and engagement for children and families.

As a permanent full-time leader, you will shape service delivery, strengthen community connections and provide growth opportunities for your team while maintaining high standards of

Qualifications

• Diploma in Children's Services (or ACECQA-approved equivalent) and willingness to be the Nominated Supervisor.
• Current Blue Card, First Aid, CPR, and Asthma/Anaphylaxis certifications.
• Sound knowledge of the NQF, NQS, My Time, Our Place, and relevant childcare legislation.
• Previous experience leading or managing an education and care service.
• Completion of Child Safety Courses 1 & 2 (mandatory); Courses 3 & 4 highly regarded.
• Experience using childcare management systems.
• Strong leadership and team development skills, with the ability to support and mentor educators.

Responsibilities

• Lead and oversee the day-to-day operation of our Before School Care, After School Care and Vacation Care programs, creating a safe, engaging and welcoming environment where children can thrive.
• Inspire, mentor and support a passionate team of educators, fostering a positive culture focused on quality care and continuous improvement.
• Design and deliver exciting play-based experiences that reflect children's interests, encourage curiosity, and promote learning, wellbeing and development.
• Build strong and meaningful relationships with children, families, the school and parish community, becoming a trusted and valued part of the local community.
• Champion quality and compliance, ensuring the service operates in line with legislative requirements while maintaining exceptional standards of care, safety and education.

Skills

Leadership

Team development

Community engagement

Communication

Education

Diploma in Children's Services (or ACECQA-approved equivalent)

Child Safety Courses 1 & 2

Tools

Childcare management systems

Job description

Lead, inspire and make your mark as Coordinator at Deception Bay OSHC. At Deception Bay OSHC, we're creating a place where children feel connected, confident and excited to return each day. We're looking for a passionate Coordinator who enjoys leading people, building strong community relationships and creating engaging experiences that make a genuine difference for children and families. You'll lead a 75-place service alongside a supportive Assistant Coordinator, with the backing of an experienced Support Office team committed to your success. This is an opportunity to bring fresh ideas, strengthen community connections and help shape the future direction of the service. As a permanent full-time position, this role offers the security and career progression many leaders are looking for, while providing variety across our Before School Care, After School Care and Vacation Care programs. Whether you're an experienced Coordinator seeking a new challenge or an Assistant Coordinator ready to step into a leadership role, you'll be supported to grow your skills, develop your career and make a meaningful impact every day. If you're passionate about leading teams, building positive relationships and creating exceptional experiences for children, we'd love to hear from you.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and oversee the day-to-day operation of our Before School Care, After School Care and Vacation Care programs, creating a safe, engaging and welcoming environment where children can thrive.
• Inspire, mentor and support a passionate team of educators, fostering a positive culture focused on quality care and continuous improvement.
• Design and deliver exciting play-based experiences that reflect children's interests, encourage curiosity, and promote learning, wellbeing and development.
• Build strong and meaningful relationships with children, families, the school and parish community, becoming a trusted and valued part of the local community.
• Champion quality and compliance, ensuring the service operates in line with legislative requirements while maintaining exceptional standards of care, safety and education.

Job Requirements

• Diploma in Children's Services (or ACECQA-approved equivalent) and willingness to be the Nominated Supervisor.
• Current Blue Card, First Aid, CPR, and Asthma/Anaphylaxis certifications.
• Sound knowledge of the National Quality Framework (NQF), National Quality Standards (NQS), My Time, Our Place, and relevant childcare legislation.
• Previous experience leading or managing an education and care service.
• Completion of Child Safety Courses 1 & 2 (mandatory); Courses 3 & 4 highly regarded.
• Experience using childcare management systems.
• Strong leadership and team development skills, with the ability to support and mentor educators.

Benefits

• Competitive salary - Be rewarded for your expertise and accomplishments with a salary that reflects your qualifications and experience.
• Supportive culture - Dedicated support from subject matter experts across operations, compliance, pedagogy, people & culture, rostering and more!
• Flexible work location - Enjoy the stability of working at one primary service, with the option to pick up additional shifts across CEEC's 130+ services if you're looking for more variety or hours.
• Work-life balance - Take advantage of flexible split shifts, giving you the ability to shape your workday around your lifestyle and maintain a healthy balance between your personal and professional commitments.
• Continuous growth opportunities - Develop your career with access to ongoing professional learning and support for further study, helping you grow your skills and expertise within a supportive team culture.
• Referral bonus - Know someone who'd be a great fit? Refer a successful candidate and receive a generous referral bonus as our way of saying thank you for helping us 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.