Mary MacKillop Childcare North Queensland – Townsville QLD
21h ago , from Mary MacKillop Childcare North Queensland
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.
The Role
We are seeking an organised, proactive and people-focused
Administration Officer
to provide site-based administrative support across multiple childcare locations within Townsville.
Permanent part-time position offering ******* hours per week, with flexibility for candidates seeking either part-time or full-time hours.
Working closely with Service Leaders and the broader MMCNQ Administration Team, you'll play an important role in supporting the smooth day-to-day operation of our services. From assisting families with enrolments and bookings to maintaining accurate records and supporting compliance, you'll help ensure our services run efficiently and families receive a positive experience.
This is a great chance for someone who enjoys variety, takes pride in getting the details right and loves being part of a supportive, community-focused team.
Key Responsibilities:
Assist families and staff with enrolments, waitlists, Child Care Subsidy (CCS) queries, and documentation.
Manage daily and ongoing children's bookings and coordinate Vacation Care planning.
Maintain accurate administrative records in line with legislation and organisational policies.
Monitor service email inboxes and respond to queries from families, staff, and colleagues.
Support local promotion of enrollmentand program opportunities to boost community engagement.




Work collaboratively across service sites to identify and resolve administrative issues.
Build positive relationships with families and staff through clear and respectful communication.
What We're Looking For:
Proven experience in administrative roles, ideally in education, childcare, or community services.
Willingness to undertake training and ongoing professional development.
Strong attention to detail and high level of accuracy.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office, Google Workspace, and online systems (childcare platforms desirable).
Understanding of compliance and regulatory requirements in childcare (desirable).
Strong interpersonal skills, able to build rapport with families and teams.
A current Working with Children Check (Blue Card)
What We Offer:
Paid Birthday Leave:
Celebrate your special day with a paid day off
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 solid relationships with children, families, and colleagues are valued
Additional information
Permanent part-time opportunity - up to 37.5 hours per week
Varied role supporting multiple childcare locations across Townsville
Make a positive difference for children, families and local communities
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📌 Administration Officer - Services (Townsville)
🏢 Mary MacKillop Childcare North Queensland
📍 Townsville