Educator - Wilston

Join Our Team at St Columba's OSHC, Wilston!

We're looking for an enthusiastic and caring casual Educator to join our vibrant team at St Columba's OSHC, working before school, after school, and during vacation care. This is a casual role of approximately 12–15 hours per week in a conveniently located service with great access to public transport.

At St Columba's, we care for up to 150 wonderful children each day. Our program is all about sparking creativity, encouraging self-directed play, and bringing children's interests and hobbies to life — creating a space where every child feels supported to explore, learn, and thrive.

If you're passionate about inspiring young minds and creating meaningful experiences for children, we'd love to hear from you — apply today!

A Day in the Life of an OSHC Educator…

• Provide warm, nurturing care and genuine support for every child in your care
• Create a safe, secure, and welcoming environment for all
• Design and lead fun, inclusive recreational and educational activities
• Build and maintain positive, respectful relationships with your team
• Collaborate closely with colleagues to achieve 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 equivalent as per ACECQA guidelines (desirable)
• Current First Aid, CPR, Asthma, and Anaphylaxis certifications (or willingness to obtain)
• Hold a current Queensland Blue Card (Working with Children Check)
• Child protection training preferred (or willingness to complete)
• 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 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.