Assistant Coordinator

_{13th November, 2026}

Mary MacKillop Childcare North Queensland is dedicated to delivering exceptional care to families across the Diocese of Townsville, spanning from Ingham in the North to Proserpine in the South, Mount Isa in the West, and Palm Island to the East. We have grown to include 4 Early Learning Centres, 9 Kindergartens and 14 Outside School Hours Care centres.

Located in the heart of North Ward, near The Strand and within the St Joseph’s Catholic School community, St Joseph's Kindergarten and OSHC provides a welcoming environment for children from Kindergarten through to primary school. We offer a long day care Kindergarten program, before and after school care, and vacation care, supporting families with flexible, quality care and engaging learning experiences.

St Joseph's are seeking a passionate and experienced Assistant Coordinator to join the welcoming team. This is a permanent position offering 38 hours per week, with the possibility of a part-time arrangement for the right applicant.

We’re looking for a motivated leader who is passionate about creating meaningful experiences for children, supporting and inspiring educators, and contributing to a positive, collaborative team environment.

This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced educator who is ready to take the next step into leadership. You'll be supported by an experienced Leader and have access to ongoing professional development to help you grow your career.

As a child-safe organisation, MMCNQ places children’s safety, wellbeing and development at the heart of everything we do.

What We’re Looking For:

• Diploma in Early Childhood Education (or working towards) or equivalent
• A current Working with Children Check (Blue Card)
• Current First Aid Certificate including CPR, Asthma, and Anaphylaxis training, or willingness to obtain these certifications
• Understanding and knowledge of National Quality Framework and My Time Our Place Framework

What We Offer: 

• Educator Retention Grant: Enjoy a wage boost plus our own additional 5% over-award rate (dependent on qualifications and experience)
• Paid Birthday Leave: Celebrate your special day with a paid day off
• Generous Childcare Discount: Receive up to 75% off the gap fee for your child’s care
• Fitness Passport Access: Stay active and healthy with exclusive fitness program access
• Ongoing Professional Development: Grow your skills with tailored learning opportunities
• Financial Support for Certifications: We cover the costs for First Aid, CPR, Asthma, and Anaphylaxis training
• Health Insurance Benefits: Access insurance perks through Queensland Country Health
• Salary Packaging & Rewards: Benefit from RemServ salary packaging options and Rewards platform
• Uniform Provided: Receive your professional uniform shortly after commencement 
• Work-Life Balance: Enjoy no weekend work to help maintain your personal time
• Supportive Team Environment: Thrive in a workplace where strong relationships with children, families, and colleagues are valued

How to apply
Ready to join our vibrant team at MMCNQ? Submit your resume and a cover letter through the APPLY NOW link. We’ll be scheduling interviews on a rolling basis, so don’t wait — apply now!