Are you a childcare educator who loves working with children but is ready for a change from the busy, high-pressure childcare sector? At Freshwater State School P&C, we offer the chance to use your skills and passion in a new way - as an Outside School Hours Care (OSHC) Educator.
This casual role, based in Freshwater QLD 4870, gives you the opportunity to nurture, guide, and inspire children, but in a more flexible and community-focused environment.

WHAT WE OFFER

The benefits of joining our team:

• Competitive Pay Rates & Queensland Government Early Childhood Workforce Retention Payments
• A supportive management team who values work/life balance and prioritises staff health and well-being
• On-floor leadership support
• Professional growth opportunities through regular training and development to help you show your full potential
• All programming is done on shift - so your personal time stays yours.
• A culture of listening to children and families and embedding their voices into our daily practices
• A genuinely caring team culture where educators are valued just as much as the children in our care
• Flexible hours, competitive pay, and a vibrant school community that makes this the perfect next step for childcare educators seeking something new.

If you’re nodding along as you read this, you might be just who we’re looking for.

Experience:

• Childcare/OSHC: 1 year (Required

WHY THIS ROLE IS DIFFERENT

As a casual OSHC Educator at Freshwater State School P&C, you’ll have the opportunity to make a real difference in the lives of children while enjoying a flexible work schedule that fits around your lifestyle.
Our role in the lives of children is so much more than simply providing supervision. We work in partnership with families as a team of caregivers, supporting each child’s social, emotional, and developmental journey. This is a place where educators, children, and families all feel valued, nurtured, and connected.
Don’t just take our word for it - our families, educators, and children say it best:
“Freshwater OSHC feels like a home away from home… I honestly can’t thank them enough.” –Parent
“The team culture here exceeds anything I’ve experienced in this industry.” –Educator
“I love coming here because I feel safe and cared for.” – Child
“I have worked in many different OSHCs over the years and never have I felt so valued, supported and cared for. The entire team works respectfully with unity and genuine care for each other and the beautiful children that we care for. Every educator that I have spoken with says that Freshwater OSHC is the best job that they have ever had. There is an abundance of laughter, empathy and flexibility at this amazing service.” – Educator

WHAT YOU’LL BE DOING

• Providing a safe, nurturing, and engaging environment for students before and after school and school holidays.
• Planning and facilitating a range of educational and recreational activities to support the physical, social, and emotional development of children.
• Assisting with the preparation and service of snacks and light meals
• Ensuring compliance with all relevant policies, procedures, and regulations governing the OSHC program
• Collaborating with the OSHC Coordinator and other team members to continuously improve the program
• Maintaining accurate records and documentation as required

APPLY NOW FOR THIS REWARDING OSHC EDUCATOR ROLE!

Job Type: Casual
Pay: $30.00 – $40.00 per hour
Expected hours: 2 – 30 per week

Application Question(s):

• Do you have a Blue card, First Aid and CPR?

Experience:

• Childcare/OSHC: 1 year (Required)

Work Authorisation:

• Australia (Required)

Work Location: In perso