OSHC Coordinator​/Service Leader - Eli Waters

Lead a passionate team and make a lasting difference in the lives of children and families!

Are you ready to take the next step in your OSHC leadership career?
Xavier Catholic College OSHC, located on the grounds of Xavier Catholic College in Eli Waters, Hervey Bay, is looking for an enthusiastic and dedicated OSHC Coordinator to lead our service.
Caring for up to 75 children across before school care, after school care and vacation care, our service provides a welcoming environment where children can connect, explore, learn and thrive.
As our Coordinator, you'll have the opportunity to lead an established team, create engaging and inclusive programs, build meaningful relationships with families and the school community, and ensure the smooth day-to-day operation of the service.
If you're passionate about supporting children, developing educators and creating a positive service culture, we'd love to hear from you!
A day in the life of an OSHC Coordinator…

• Lead, inspire and support a team of educators to deliver high-quality care and engaging experiences for children.
• Oversee the daily operations of the service, ensuring a safe, welcoming and inclusive environment.
• Develop and implement fun, engaging and educational programs guided by My Time, Our Place.
• Build strong relationships with children, families, educators and the wider school community.
• Support, mentor and develop educators, encouraging collaboration and professional growth.
• Ensure compliance with the National Quality Framework, National Quality Standards and relevant childcare legislation.
• Lead quality improvement initiatives and maintain a strong focus on continuous improvement.
• Manage administrative responsibilities, staffing, enrolments and operational requirements.
• Create opportunities for children to explore their interests, build friendships and enjoy memorable experiences, particularly throughout vacation care.

• Previous leadership experience in OSHC, education or a similar setting.
• Strong people leadership skills and the ability to motivate, mentor and develop a team.
• A genuine passion for creating positive experiences for primary school-aged children.
• Excellent communication and relationship-building skills.
• Strong organisational, administrative and operational management skills.
• A sound understanding of child safety, quality and compliance requirements.
• A commitment to creating an inclusive, engaging and supportive environment for children, families and educators.

• Diploma in Children's Services or equivalent qualification recognised under ACECQA guidelines.
• Current Queensland Working with Children Check (Blue Card).
• Current First Aid, CPR, Asthma and Anaphylaxis qualifications.
• Consent to being appointed as the Nominated Supervisor.
• Strong understanding of the National Quality Framework, National Quality Standards, relevant childcare legislation and My Time, Our Place.
• Completion of mandatory Child Safety Courses 1 and 2, with Courses 3 and 4 highly regarded.

• Leadership Days & Programs – Enjoy networking opportunities, professional development and ongoing leadership support.
• Dedicated Support – Access specialist support teams across Quality, Inclusion, Employee Relations and Recruitment, alongside guidance from your Regional Manager.
• Excellent Pay & Allowances – Be rewarded for your experience and contribution with a competitive hourly rate and additional allowances recognising your responsibilities.
• Career Pathways – Develop your career through mentoring, leadership opportunities and pathways into specialist roles such as Regional Manager, Compliance, Family Support or Workforce Planning.
• POD Support – Connect…