We are searching for Coordinator to fill a position in our OSHC service that is located Gympie East State School.

As the Coordinator, you will be actively engaged in contributing to the wonderful Gympie East State School community as well as supporting children's growth and development. The service will be supporting families with before school care, after-school care as well as vacation care.

The successful Coordinator candidate will ideally have:

An ACECQA approved Childcare Qualification or currently studying towards.

Experience working with children between 5 and 12 years old.

Excellent written and verbal communication skills

A genuine passion and enthusiasm for the industry.

Develop and facilitate an engaging child-centered program full of exciting experiences such as STEM, sport, cooking, gardening, art and craft - whatever you and the children are into!

About the Coordinator role

Leading a small team of Educators, you will manage a service at a primary school in the hours before and after school for children aged 5-12 years. You will have the support of an experienced team at head office as well as an area manager and WH&S officer who regularly visit and mentor you at your service. We are looking for someone who:

Is an enthusiastic person with an engaging approach to childcare

Has the ability to form and foster positive relationships with children, families, staff and the wider school community

Can lead a team of Educators onsite, including roster, budget and resource management

Manage the day-to-day operations of your service including compliance and administration

Educators - what are we looking for?

We can teach you about the role and early childhood sector, however a few fundamentals are required:

Hold or willing to obtain a working with children blue card

Australian work rights

Experience working with children

Ability to prepare and serve healthy food options

Build meaningful relationships with children, families, and the school community

Nurture a positive environment for learning and enriching play-based educational experiences

Have First Aid, CPR, Anaphylaxis and Asthma Certificates (or are willing to obtain)

Benefits of joining our team

Above award rates.

Work-life balance and flexible hours.

Ongoing career mentoring and support from an experienced leadership team.

Uniform shirts provided.

No weekend work

Split shift allowances paid for when you work Before School Care & After School Care, or if you have a team meeting unattached to a shift

Gain experience working with children to complement your studies and career

At Waru Kids, we welcome applications from all ages and genders, First Nations and Torres Strait Islander peoples, the LGBTQIA+ community, veterans, refugees, and people with disability.

These are personally rewarding roles where you can impact the lives of many, motivate and inspire fellow educators, children, and their families. We want you to feel valued for your ongoing efforts, commitment, and dedication to your role.

If you are excited by the opportunity to join Waru Kids, then please apply now!

Please click APPLY and your resume will arrive with our team.

Email: [email protected]

Phone: 0413 101 534