Mary MacKillop Childcare North Queensland is dedicated to delivering exceptional care to families across the Diocese of Townsville, spanning from Ingham in the North to Proserpine in the South, Mount Isa in the West, and Palm Island to the East. We have grown to include 6 Early Learning Centres, 9 Kindergartens and 14 Outside School Hours Care centres.

About the position
Looking for flexible casual work over the festive season? Or a permanent role in a rewarding childcare environment? MMCNQ is seeking passionate Educators to join our Outside School Hours Care services in Townsville, with both casual and permanent positions available.

Our OSHC centres provide a safe, fun, and educational space for children before and after school, as well as during school holidays. We are currently welcoming new team members to help meet the increased demand over the Christmas and New Year period, including full-day shifts during the vacation care program from 8 December to 23 January. Please note, our centres will be closed from 22 December to 2 January.

Positions are available at our centres in Shaw, Burdell, Currajong, Cranbrook, and Kirwan. Please indicate your preferred location(s) in your application.

Whether you’re after casual hours to suit your schedule—perfect for students or those wanting extra work during the holidays—or a permanent position with ongoing opportunities, we’d love to hear from you.

What We’re Looking For:

• Currently studying, enrolled or completed an ACECQA approved qualification for OSHC (Bachelor of Nursing, Occupational Therapy, Educational Support etc.)
• A current Working with Children Check (Blue Card)
• Current First Aid Certificate including CPR, Asthma, and Anaphylaxis training, or willingness to obtain these certifications

What We Offer:

• Educator Retention Grant: Receive a 10% wage boost
• Fitness Passport Access: Stay active with exclusive fitness program options
• Ongoing Professional Development: Enhance your skills with tailored learning opportunities
• Financial Support for Certifications: We cover the costs for First Aid, CPR, Asthma, and Anaphylaxis training
• Health Insurance Benefits: Access insurance perks through Queensland Country Health
• Salary Packaging & Rewards: Enjoy RemServ salary packaging and rewards platform benefits
• Work-Life Balance: No weekend work to help maintain your personal time
• Supportive Team Environment: Thrive in a workplace that values strong relationships with children, families, and colleagues

How to apply
Ready to join our vibrant team at MMCNQ? Submit your resume and a cover letter through the APPLY NOW link. We’ll be scheduling interviews on a rolling basis, so don’t wait — apply now!

If you have any questions about the positions, please contact our HR team on [email protected] or 07 4726 3294