Job Description

Empower children to explore,createand connect through engagingplay-basedexperiences that make every OSHCsession meaningful and memorable!

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Casual hours - before and after school shifts (15 hours per week minimum, increased up to 38 hours per week for Vacation Care)

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Opportunities available at our Kewarra Beach OSHC Service

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Above Award Rates$39.18to$49.82per hour(dependenton experience)+12.75% Superannuation

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Why This Role Matters

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As anOSHCAssistant, youwill playan important rolein supporting the wellbeing and growth ofprimary agedchildrenthrough before and after school programs. Create a protected, nurturing, and engaging environment,delivering high-quality programs and experiences that encourage curiosity,confidence,and positive development.

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About TAS Early Learning

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At TAS, we believe in creating a vibrant and supportive OSHC environment where primary-aged children canexplore andconnectbefore andafter the school day. Our program encourages curiosity throughhands-on, play-based experiences, outdoor exploration, and opportunities for children to follow their own interests. As a service committed to high-quality care, we provide a space where children feel safe, included, and confident to be themselves, and where educatorsare valued, supported, and empowered to make a positive impact in every session.

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Weenjoy working in acaring and connected community where every memberof our staffis valuedfor theirexpertiseand creativity. Together, we draw on our valuesof perseverance,integrity,compassionand curiosity tocreate a nurturing, community where staff and children can flourish.

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About the Role

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In this role, the successful applicant will:

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Support Play‐Based Activities— Assist in delivering engaging,play basedexperiences that inspire curiosity and support children's development and wellbeing.

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Create Inclusive Environments— Help set up andmaintaininclusive, stimulating spaces that encourage exploration, creativity, and discovery.

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Build Positive Relationships— Foster warm, nurturing relationships with children to promote emotional safety, confidence, anda strong senseof belonging.

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Support Family Partnerships— Communicate respectfully with families, supporting positive partnerships that contribute to each child's learning journey.

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Collaborate with the Team— Work closely with the OSHC team to ensure smooth daily operations, consistent supervision, and a positive,child centredprogram culture.

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Our TASOSHCServiceis offeredon all school days, including pupil-free days (closed public holidays and for 2 weeks over Christmas each year.)

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Before School Care operating hours are 7am to 8:30am

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After school Care operating hours are3:00pm to 5:45pm

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Vacation Careoperatesduring school holidays and on pupil-free days. It combines excursions, theme-based days, specialtyclubsand incursions.

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Vacation Care operating hours are7:00am to 5:45pm

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Here'swhat'son offer:

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A supportive,inclusiveandpassionateworking environment

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Strong leadership,guidanceand ongoing support

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High qualityresources and facilities

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Discounted tuition fees for children of staff

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12.75% superannuation

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Onsite gym and aquatic centre

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About you

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To be successful in this role youare:

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A team playerwho iswarm and friendlyperson with achildnurturing disposition,motivated tocontributeto our work towards a centre of excellence.

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A respectful communicator focused on building strongrelationships

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Passionateabout creating an inclusive,safeandengagingenvironmentwhere all children feel respected,supportedand able toparticipate

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Canassistwith the planning, implementation, and evaluation of a high-quality program, this includes contributing to the QIP.

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Comfortable using Microsoft Office and open to learning newsystems

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You will also bring:

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Certificate III or Diploma in Children's Services(or similar qualification) or working towards attainment, or

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Working towards a certificate or tertiary qualification such as Education, Nursingetc.

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Experience in OSHC or Vacation care preferable in aschoolenvironment (preferred)

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Certificate - CPR

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Certificate - First Aid

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Applicantsare advisedthat it is an offence for a person disqualified or suspended from holding a blue card tocommenceor continue in regulated, child-related employment.

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16 September 2026 Cairns Queensland, Australia

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