Assistant Coordinator (2IC)

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.

Mary MacKillop Childcare North Queensland is seeking passionate and experienced Assistant Coordinators to join our welcoming Outside School Hours Care (OSHC) teams at Burdell, Mundingburra and Rasmussen. 

Our OSHC services provide high-quality before and after school care, as well as vacation care, where children can learn, play, explore and thrive in a safe, inclusive and engaging environment. We are looking for leaders who are passionate about creating meaningful experiences for school-aged children while supporting and inspiring a team of educators.

This is a permanent opportunity, available on either a part-time or full-time basis (30–38 hours per week).

About the Role
Working alongside the Service Coordinator, you will play a key role in the day-to-day leadership of the service by:

• Supporting the daily operations of a high-quality OSHC service.
• Leading engaging, child-centred programs that inspire creativity, curiosity and wellbeing.
• Building strong, positive relationships with children, families, schools and the wider community.
• Mentoring and supporting educators to deliver exceptional care and educational experiences.
• Promoting a safe, inclusive and welcoming environment where every child feels valued and supported.
• Assisting with compliance, programming and continuous improvement to ensure the service meets regulatory and quality standards.

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.

At Mary MacKillop Childcare North Queensland, we are committed to creating environments where children are safe, respected and empowered to reach their full potential. As a child-safe organisation, the wellbeing of every child is at the heart of everything we do.

What We’re Looking For:

• Diploma in Early Childhood Education (or working towards) or equivalent (Education Support, studying Bachelor of Education or similar qualifications approved under ACECQA)
• A current Working with Children Check (Blue Card)
• Current First Aid Certificate including CPR, Asthma, and Anaphylaxis training, or willingness to obtain these certifications

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!