Educators - Stafford / Stafford Heights

Join the Queen of Apostles OSHC Team – Stafford
Become part of a welcoming and high-performing Outside School Hours Care service, supporting up to 75 children across our Junior and Senior campuses.
At Queen of Apostles OSHC, we provide engaging, play-based, child-led programs that inspire children to learn, explore and thrive. Educators have the opportunity to work across both campuses during the school term, with our services coming together for exciting vacation care programs.

We're looking for enthusiastic educators who are passionate about creating positive experiences for children. Whether you're actively working towards an ACECQA-approved qualification or already hold an approved qualification, we'd love to hear from you.

If you enjoy working in a collaborative, child-centred environment, you'll thrive in our team. There are opportunities to step up by undertaking Responsible Person training and taking on additional responsibilities within the service. Experience supporting children with additional needs is highly regarded but not essential.

To be successful, you'll be available for at least three afternoons per week, including Tuesdays and Thursdays, with additional shifts available during term time and school holiday programs.

A day in the life of an OSHC Educator:

• Providing nurturing care for children
• Ensuring a safe, secure and welcoming environment
• Create fun recreational and educational experiences that are inclusive for all
• Maintain positive working relationships with all team members
• Work collaboratively within an established team to ensure the best outcomes for children and families.
• Opportunity to attend fun excursions during vacation care
• Feel excited to come to work to make a difference to the lives of children in our care!

Job Requirements:

• Diploma in Children's Services (or ACECQA equivalent) would be preferred
• Passionate about play-based education for school-aged kids  
• Knowledge of national quality framework, My Time Our Place is desirable.
• Hold a current Queensland Blue Card (Working with Children Check)
• First Aid, CPR, Asthma and Anaphylaxis Certificate
• Current completion (or willingness to complete prior to commencement) of mandatory National Child Training (via Geckko).

Benefits:

• 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 split 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).

How to Apply:
Ready to embark on this exciting journey with us? To apply, submit your resume, along with a cover letter telling us why you're the perfect fit for the role.

Catholic Early EdCare is an equal opportunity employer and values diversity. We encourage applications from all individuals, including those from diverse backgrounds.