About the Opportunity

John Paul College is seeking a passionate and experienced Kindergarten OSHC Lead Educator to join our Outside School Hours Care team. This is a fantastic opportunity for an early childhood professional with experience leading a team, who is ready to bring that leadership to the delivery of a high-quality educational program within our Kindy OSHC service.

This is a permanent part-time position, working Monday – Friday split shifts. The regular working hours will be 6.45am – 9am, and then 2-6pm, each day.

About the Role

Working closely with the OSHC Educational Leader and Head of OSHC, you will help lead a team of educators, support compliance with the Education and Care Services National Law, and act as the Responsible Person for the service in the absence of the Head of OSHC.

Key Responsibilities:

• Support and lead the implementation of the Educational Program in line with the Early Years Learning Framework (EYLF)
• Lead, mentor and support educators within the Kindy OSHC team
• Act as the Responsible Person for the service in the absence of the Head of OSHC
• Provide active supervision and support to ensure children's safety and wellbeing
• Build positive, trusting relationships with children, families and colleagues
• Support compliance with the National Quality Standard and Education and Care Services National Law
• Maintain confidentiality and fulfil mandatory reporting obligations

About You

You will bring:

• Demonstrated experience leading or mentoring educators in an early childhood or OSHC setting
• A genuine passion for early years education and building strong relationships with children, families and colleagues
• A Diploma of Early Childhood Education and Care or equivalent
• A Paid Working With Children Blue Card
• A sound understanding of the Early Years Learning Framework (EYLF) and its practical application is preferred

What We Offer

• Generous remuneration package including 12.75% superannuation and 17.5% leave loading
• Eligible to access salary packaging through our provider, RemServ
• Excellent leave entitlements, including 4 weeks annual leave and paid parental leave, pro-rated as applicable
• Access to our on-campus gym and staff pool
• Discounted tuition fees at John Paul College for staff children
• Complimentary on-campus OSHC for staff children
• Corporate discounts with partners such as RemServ, Mazda, Medibank and Commonwealth Bank
• Employee Assistance Program
• Free on-site car parking
• Paid co-curricular opportunities, including coaching and supporting teams across sport, performing arts, debating, e-sports, and other activities
• Study support for further qualifications
• Strong focus on professional development
• Annual flu vaccinations
• Opportunity to be a part of a friendly, experienced and well-respected team of educators

We will be reviewing applications as they are received, so if you are interested in joining the wonderful John Paul College community in this amazing opportunity, send through your application now!

How to Apply:

Applications are to be made by clicking Apply below.  

To assist us with determining your suitability for this role, please ensure your application includes the following information -

• Your cover letter is addressed to the attention of Lisa O’Neill – Recruitment Officer and should share with us your experience and what you will bring to the role
• Your current resume includes your qualifications and employment history.
• And the names and contact details for at least two professional referees. 

John Paul College is an equal-opportunity employer, and we encourage candidates from all backgrounds to apply.

We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

The College reserves its right to interview and offer this role prior to the closing date of this advertisement. If you are interested in joining John Paul College, please do not hesitate in applying as soon as possible.

John Paul College is committed to the safety and wellbeing of all children and young people. We embed child safety into everything we do, including how we recruit and support our people. All successful candidates will be required to hold a current Blue Card prior to commencing employment and may be subject to disclosure and suitability checks as part of Queensland's Reportable Conduct Scheme.