The Y Queensland stand together with all people regardless of age, gender, ethnicity or belief.

$43.65 - $48.82 per hour + Super + Salary Packaging

At the Y Queensland, we're passionate about creating safe, inclusive and inspiring spaces where children can belong, grow and thrive. We're currently seeking an experienced and motivated Coordinator to lead one of our Outside School Hours Care (OSHC) services on a permanent, full-time basis

If you're an inspiring leader who enjoys building high-performing teams, fostering meaningful relationships and creating exceptional experiences for children and families, we'd love to hear from you.

Why work with us?

The Young Men's Christian Association

As a not-for-profit organisation, we're committed to investing in our people. We've recently secured funding through the ECEC Worker Retention Payment, helping increase take-home pay while supporting the long-term growth of our workforce.

In addition, you'll enjoy:

- Competitive hourly rate of $43.65 - $48.82 per hour (depending on qualifications and experience)

- Not-for-profit salary packaging to increase your take-home pay

- Discounted private health insurance

- 25% discount on childcare fees at participating Y services

- Corporate discounts through our employee benefits program

- Access to our Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

- Ongoing leadership development and career progression opportunities

- A supportive leadership team and dedicated central support functions

- The opportunity to make a genuine impact within your local community every day

Your new role

Reporting to the Area Manager,



you'll be responsible for leading the day-to-day operations of the service while ensuring high-quality education and care is delivered in accordance with the National Quality Framework, relevant legislation and Y Queensland policies.

You'll inspire and support your team to deliver engaging programs that reflect children's interests while creating a positive culture where educators, children and families feel valued and supported.

Key responsibilities include:

- Leading, mentoring and developing a team of educators

- Managing the daily operation and performance of the service

- Building strong relationships with children, families, schools and the wider community

- Ensuring compliance with the Education and Care Services National Law and Regulations

- Managing administration, rostering, occupancy and service budgets

- Creating a safe, inclusive and engaging environment where children can learn through play

About you

You'll be a confident and collaborative leader with a passion for delivering high-quality outcomes for children and supporting your team to succeed.

To be successful, you'll have:

- Diploma in Children's Services, Early Childhood Education and Care or another ACECQA-approved qualification (or be actively working towards one where applicable)

- Previous leadership experience within OSHC,



Early Childhood Education or a similar education setting

- Demonstrated knowledge of the National Quality Framework, My Time, Our Place and Child Safe practices

- Excellent communication, organisational and relationship-building skills

- Current Paid Blue Card (or ability to obtain)

- Current First Aid, CPR, Asthma and Anaphylaxis qualifications (or willingness to obtain)

About the Y Queensland

At the Y Queensland, we stand together with all people regardless of age, gender, ethnicity or belief.

For more than 160 years, we've been supporting Queensland communities through recreation, education, childcare, camping, youth programs and community services. Every day, our people create opportunities for children and young people to feel safe, connected and empowered to reach their full potential.

When you join the Y, you're joining an organisation that values collaboration, innovation and purpose—and where your work genuinely makes a difference.

Our commitment to safeguarding

The Y Queensland is committed to safeguarding children and young people. We have zero tolerance for child abuse and are committed to creating environments where children feel protected, respected and heard.

Successful applicants will be required to hold or obtain a valid Blue Card and complete all required pre-employment checks, including a National Police Check.

We value diversity and strongly encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, people from culturally diverse backgrounds, people with disability and members of the LGBTQIA+ community.

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📌 Coordinator (Outside School Hours Care (Queensland)
🏢 The Y Australia
📍 Queensland