About the role
We are seeking enthusiastic and experienced OSHC Educators to join our lovely small team at Machans Beach Outside School Hours Care in Machans Beach, QLD. As an OSHC Educator, you will be responsible for providing high-quality care and engaging educational activities for children during before and after school as well as during school holidays. No two days are the same!
What you'll be doing
* Plan and facilitate a range of fun, educational and inclusive activities of your choice that align with our philosophy - Steiner/Montessori influence
* Ensure the health, safety and wellbeing of all children in care
* Develop positive relationships with children, families and the local community
* Adhere to all policies, procedures and regulations governing outside school hours care
* Contribute to the ongoing improvement and development of the service
* Assist with general operational duties as required
* Assist with administrative tasks as required
What we're looking for
* A warm, energetic professional
* Cert III or Diploma level qualifications in Early Childhood Education or a related field or willing to obtain
* Experience working in an outside school hours care or similar education setting
* Desire and attributes to progress to responsible person or assistant coordinator.
* Strong communication and interpersonal skills
* Enthusiasm, creativity and a genuine passion for working with children
* Ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a small team
* Current Working with Children Check
* National Police Check or willing to obtain
* First Aid certification HLTAID012 or willing to obtain
* An easy going professional
* High attention to detail
* Long term employment for the right candidate
What we offer
At Machans Beach Outside School Hours Care, we are committed to providing a supportive and inclusive work environment. We offer above award pay rates, opportunities for professional development, flexibility to support your work-life balance.
About us
Machans Beach Outside School Hours Care is located in a friendly beachside suburb of Cairns. We are dedicated to creating a nurturing and stimulating environment where nature play, loose parts play and Playwork theory drive our practice.
If you are an enthusiastic and qualified OSHC Educator who is passionate about making a difference in the lives of children, we'd love to hear from you. Apply now to join our team!