" \u003cdiv class=\"ja-job-details\"\u003e \u003ch2 class=\"title\"\u003eEducator - Childers\u003c/h2\u003e \u003cdiv class=\"meta\"\u003e \u003cul class=\"classifications\"\u003e \u003cli data-id=\"3160\"\u003e Education \u0026amp; Child Care \u003c/li\u003e \u003cli data-id=\"3161\"\u003e Childcare \u003c/li\u003e \u003cli data-id=\"3162\"\u003e Hervey Bay \u003c/li\u003e \u003cli data-id=\"3163\"\u003e Casual \u003c/li\u003e \u003c/ul\u003e \u003cp class=\"date-posted\"\u003e 9/10/2026 \u003c/p\u003e \u003c/div\u003e \u003cul class=\"bullet-points\"\u003e \u003cli\u003eCasual role with flexible shifts to suit you\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eDiploma qualification required or in progress\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e95% childcare discount across 130+ services\u003c/li\u003e \u003c/ul\u003e \u003cdiv class=\"description\"\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eJoin Our Team at St Joseph\u0027s OSHC, Childers!\u003cbr\u003e\u003c/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e We\u0027re looking for a motivated and experienced casual Educator to join our team at St Joseph\u0027s Outside School Hours Care, located on the grounds of St Joseph\u0027s Catholic Primary School in Childers. This is a Diploma-level position, and we\u0027re seeking someone who holds \u0026mdash; or is working towards \u0026mdash; a Diploma in Children\u0027s Services, ideally with experience in an OSHC or early childhood education setting.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e Our service operates before school (6:30am \u0026ndash; 8:30am) and after school (2:45pm \u0026ndash; 6:00pm) for students from Prep to Grade 6, as well as vacation care. We provide a rich variety of indoor and outdoor activities including arts and crafts, sports, construction, and imaginative play \u0026mdash; creating a space where children feel safe, supported, and inspired every day.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e For the right candidate, there is also the opportunity to work across additional OSHC services in the Hervey Bay region, giving you the chance to maximise your hours and broaden your experience.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e If you\u0027re passionate about making a genuine difference in children\u0027s lives and ready to bring your skills and experience to a welcoming team, we\u0027d love to hear from you \u0026mdash; apply today!\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eA Day in the Life of an OSHC Educator\u0026hellip;\u003c/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e \u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003eProvide warm, nurturing care for children across before school, after school, and vacation care\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eCreate a safe, secure, and welcoming environment for all\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eDesign and deliver fun, inclusive recreational and educational experiences\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eMaintain positive working relationships with all team members\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eWork collaboratively within an established team to ensure the best outcomes for children and families\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eJoin exciting excursions and special events during vacation care\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eFeel proud to come to work knowing you\u0027re making a real difference in children\u0027s lives every day\u003c/li\u003e \u003c/ul\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eJob Requirements:\u003c/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e \u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003eHold (or are working towards) a Diploma in Children\u0027s Services or an ACECQA approved equivalent \u0026mdash; essential for this role\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eExperience in an OSHC or early childhood education setting is preferred\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eCompletion of\u0026nbsp;Child Safety Courses 1 \u0026amp; 2\u0026nbsp;(mandatory);\u0026nbsp;Courses 3 \u0026amp; 4\u0026nbsp;highly regarded.\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eHold a current Queensland Blue Card (Working with Children Check)\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eCurrent or up-to-date Child Protection training (preferred)\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eA passion for the education and care of school-aged children in a play-based environment\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eEffective workplace communication skills\u003c/li\u003e \u003c/ul\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eThe Benefits:\u003c/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e \u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003eCompetitive Salary - Earn a salary that mirrors your expertise and accomplishments, turning your qualifications and experience into exciting financial rewards\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eFlexible work location - Work from one primary service with the opportunity to work additional shifts across CEEC\u0027s 130+ services, including in the Hervey Bay region, if desired\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eWork life balance - Benefit from the flexibility of casual shifts, allowing you to tailor your work hours to fit your lifestyle and achieve a balance between personal and professional pursuits\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eContinuous Growth Opportunities - Unlock your potential with access to professional development, empowering you to pursue further studies and continuous learning, fostering a culture of growth and expertise within our team\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eReward and Recognition Program - Be acknowledged and rewarded for your amazing work and outstanding contribution\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eEmployee Referral Bonus - Know someone who\u0027d be a great fit? Refer them to join CEEC and receive a referral bonus as a thank-you for helping grow our team\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eUp to 95% Childcare Discount - Take advantage of generous staff discounts across 130+ CEEC services \u0026mdash; supporting both your career and your family\u003c/li\u003e \u003c/ul\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eOur Commitment to Keeping our Staff and Children Safe:\u003c/strong\u003e 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).\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eHow to Apply:\u003c/strong\u003e Ready to embark on this exciting journey with us? To apply, submit your resume, along with a cover letter telling us why you\u0027re the perfect fit for the role.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e Catholic Early EdCare is an equal opportunity employer and values diversity. We encourage applications from all individuals, including those from diverse backgrounds. \u003c/div\u003e \u003cdiv class=\"apply\"\u003e \u003ca class=\"back-link\" href=\"#\" title=\"Back to search results\"\u003eBack to search results\u003c/a\u003e \u003cinput type=\"button\" class=\"ja-button\" data-job-id=\"1126091\" value=\"Apply Now\" title=\"Apply Now\" /\u003e \u003c/div\u003e \u003c/div\u003e "