DIPLOMA QUALIFIED EDUCATORS | OSHC & VACATION CARE

St John's Anglican College – Forest Lake QLD

Are you an experienced Diploma qualified Educator looking for flexible work in a high-quality Outside School Hours Care environment?

St John's Anglican College is seeking passionate and qualified Diploma Educators to join our Before and After College Care (ABCC) and Vacation Care team. This is an excellent opportunity to work within a well-established service where children are encouraged to learn, explore, create and thrive through child-led experiences and meaningful relationships.

If you enjoy building positive connections with children, families and colleagues and are committed to providing engaging educational experiences, we would love to hear from you.

Why Join St John's?

- Competitive casual hourly rates inclusive of the worker retention grant.
- Supportive and collaborative team environment
- Flexible casual shifts to suit your availability
- Opportunities across Before School Care, After School Care and Vacation Care program
- Work within a respected College community
- Purpose-driven role where you can positively influence children's growth and wellbeing

Why This Casual Role is Different

Unlike many casual education positions, this is not a relief or on-call role.

Our casual Diploma Qualified Educators form an important part of our core team and are rostered based on their availability and the needs of the service. We work collaboratively with team members to create schedules that support both the service and individual commitments.

This opportunity is ideal for:

- University students studying education, teaching or related fields who are seeking meaningful industry experience alongside their studies




- Experienced educators looking for additional hours to supplement their current income
- Professionals seeking flexible work arrangements within a supportive and established educational setting
- Educators who value building ongoing relationships with children, families and colleagues rather than working in ad hoc relief positions
- At St John's, our casual educators are valued members of the team who contribute to the continuity, quality and success of our Before School Care, After School Care and Vacation Care programs.

About the role

As a Casual Diploma Qualified Educator, you will work alongside experienced Room Leaders and Educators to deliver engaging, inclusive and enriching programs for children in our Early Years Program, supporting Kindergarten and Prep students.

Available shifts include:

- Before School Care: 6.30am to 8.30am
- After School Care: from 2.30pm

Key responsibilities

- Deliver high-quality educational and recreational experiences that promote children's learning and development
- Use intentional teaching practices and scaffolding strategies to support children's interests and growth
- Foster meaningful relationships with children through active engagement and positive interactions
- Supervise children in accordance with National Quality Framework standards and service policies
- Maintain a safe, inclusive and nurturing environment




- Communicate effectively with families and contribute to positive partnerships within the service
- Collaborate with colleagues to support the successful delivery of daily programs

About you

To be successful in this role you will have:

- Diploma in Early Childhood Education and Care or equivalent (essential)
- Previous experience working in OSHC, Vacation Care, long day care or similar children's services
- Current Queensland Paid Blue Card
- Current First Aid, CPR and Asthma/Anaphylaxis Management certification or willingness to obtain
- Strong understanding of child development and child-centred practice
- Excellent communication and relationship-building skills
- Ability to work independently while contributing positively to a team environment
- Passion for creating engaging experiences that support children's wellbeing, learning and belonging

About us

St John's Anglican College is a leading Kindergarten to Year 12 coeducational school located in Forest Lake, Brisbane. As an International Baccalaureate World School for the Primary Years Programme, we are committed to excellence in education and the development of respectful, resilient and compassionate young people.

We value the expertise, dedication and contribution of our staff and strive to provide a supportive workplace where individuals can grow professionally while making a meaningful impact on the lives of children and families.

Child Safety Commitment

St John's Anglican College is committed to safeguarding and promoting the safety, wellbeing and best interests of children. All staff are expected to uphold the College's child-safe standards and contribute to a culture where children are respected, valued and protected.

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