Queensland Lutheran Early Childhood and School-Aged Care Services - Plainland QLD

Service Leader | Shape a New OSHC Service from the Beginning

We're looking for an enthusiastic and experienced Service Leader to lead our new OSHC service, opening soon. This is a unique opportunity to build a thriving service from the ground up, working closely with school leadership to grow enrolments, support the introduction of the Junior School, and strengthen connections across the school community. Guided by Christian values and the My Time, Our Place framework, Faith Plains OSHC will provide high-quality care where children can learn, grow, and belong.

About the Role

As the Service Leader and Nominated Supervisor, you'll lead the day-to-day operations of the service, inspire and support a team of educators, and deliver engaging, high-quality programs. Working collaboratively with children, families, educators, and school leadership, you'll help create a welcoming setting where children thrive and the service continues to grow.

Key responsibilities include:

- As Service Leader, you will be the Nominated Supervisor.

- Lead, mentor, and support a team of dedicated OSHC educators to deliver high-quality programs and care.

- Plan and implement engaging experiences that encourage children to learn, play, explore, and thrive.

- Develop programs that reflect the diverse interests, abilities, ages, and developmental needs of children.

- Ensure all programs align with the My Time, Our Place Framework, National Quality Framework, and service philosophy.

- Supervise and actively engage with children in both indoor and outdoor learning environments.

- Build strong, positive relationships with children, families, educators, school staff, and the wider community.

- Drive enrolment growth through community engagement, relationship building,



and the promotion of the service.

- Collaborate closely with school leadership to support the introduction and future growth of the Junior School, fostering a cohesive partnership between the school and OSHC service.

- Complete administrative responsibilities, including record keeping, documentation, reporting, and compliance requirements.

- Foster a safe, inclusive, and welcoming environment where all children feel valued and supported.

- Work collaboratively with the school and OSHC team to achieve positive outcomes for children and families.

- Maintain a clean, organised, and engaging environment that supports children's wellbeing and development.

What We're Looking For:

To be successful in this role, you'll have:

- Diploma Children's Services or ACECQA approved equivalent or above-approved equivalent.

- Proven leadership and people management experience in OSHC or early childhood settings.

- Strong knowledge of the National Quality Framework (NQF), National Quality Standard (NQS), and My Time, Our Place (MTOP).

- Current First Aid, CPR, Asthma & Anaphylaxis qualifications.

- Current Child Protection training and Recent National Police Check.

- Excellent communication and people skills.

- A proactive mindset and passion for continuous improvement.

- Champion child safety, continuous improvement, and educator wellbeing.

- An appreciation of, and enthusiasm for, the Christian ethos of the Lutheran Church.

- Experience using Xplor (advantageous but not essential)

Eligibility to Apply

- Applicants must have valid Australian working rights. Please note that LEQ is unable to provide visa sponsorship for this position.

What We Offer

- Supportive and welcoming team culture.

- A growing service that values children, families, and educators.

- We are proud to be an approved participant in the Australian Government's Worker Retention Pa

📌 Service Leader (Plainland)
🏢 Queensland Lutheran Early Childhood and School-Aged Care Services
📍 Plainland