Educator - Wavell Heights

Join Our Team at Wavell Heights OSHC!

We're looking for enthusiastic and caring casual Educators to join our supportive team, working before school, after school, and during vacation care. Caring for up to 165 children, our service provides a warm, engaging environment where children are encouraged to learn, explore, and connect with their community.

If you're passionate about making a genuine difference in children's lives, we'd love to hear from you — apply today!

A Day in the Life of an Educator…

• Provide safe, caring, and interactive supervision of children
• Model and support positive interactions with children
• Build genuine, positive relationships with the local community
• Foster positive interactions with and support for parents and families
• Assist in the preparation, implementation, and evaluation of programs consistent with current legislation and frameworks
• Participate as a team member by maintaining positive working relationships
• Adhere to and promote all regulations, policies, and procedures
• Contribute to continuous improvement processes
• Be actively involved in your own professional and personal development
• Support and follow all reasonable workplace instructions

Responsibilities of an Inclusion Support Educator

• Help facilitate the inclusion of children with additional needs, in co-operation with the Teacher/Director and the child's parents
• Help create an inclusive environment that promotes competence, independence, exploration, and learning through play
• Assist in preparing, implementing, and evaluating programs and resources to support the educational needs of the child/ren, consistent with current legislation and frameworks
• Work collaboratively with outside specialists and other support services

Job Requirements:

• Hold (or are working towards) a Certificate III or Diploma in an ACECQA approved Education and Care qualification (preferred but not required)
• Hold a current Queensland Blue Card (Working with Children Check)
• Current First Aid, CPR, Asthma, and Anaphylaxis certifications (or willingness to obtain)
• Mandatory Child Protection (Geccko) Course 1 & 2 — Course 3 & 4 optional but highly regarded
• Effective workplace communication skills

Benefits:

• Competitive Salary - Earn a salary that mirrors your expertise and accomplishments, turning your qualifications and experience into exciting financial rewards
• Flexible work location - Work from one primary service with the opportunity to work additional shifts across CEEC's 130+ services, if desired
• Work 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
• Reward and Recognition Program - Be acknowledged and rewarded for your amazing work and outstanding contribution
• Employee Referral Bonus - Know someone who'd be a great fit? Refer them to join CEEC and receive a referral bonus as a thank-you for helping grow our team
• Up to 95% Childcare Discount - Take advantage of generous staff discounts across 130+ CEEC services — supporting both your career and your family

Our Commitment to Keeping our Staff and Children Safe: 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).

How to Apply: Ready to embark on this exciting journey with us? To apply, submit your resume, along with a cover letter telling us why you're the perfect fit for the role.

Catholic Early EdCare is an equal opportunity employer and values diversity. We encourage applications from all individuals, including those from diverse backgrounds.