SmartPlay Early Learners

OSHC Assistant Director (2IC)

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Job posted at: 2026-07-21

About SmartPlay 

SmartPlay Early Learners Caboolture is a thriving, Christ-centred service offering high-quality education and care across Long Day Care, 3-Year-Old and 4-Year-Old Kindergarten, Before & After School Care, and Vacation Care. We’re passionate about partnering with families and creating environments where children feel safe, valued, and excited to learn.

About the role 

Are you a passionate educator who enjoys mentoring others while creating engaging experiences for school-aged children?

Do you thrive in a team environment and want to help lead a high-quality Outside School Hours Care service?

We're looking for an enthusiastic Assistant Director / Coordinator (2IC) to support the OSHC Director in delivering an outstanding Before School Care, After School Care and Vacation Care program. In this role you will:

  • Support the Director in the day-to-day operation of the service.
  • Assist in planning and implementing engaging, child-led programs that foster children's wellbeing, learning and development.
  • Build positive relationships with children, families, educators and the school community.
  • Take a leadership role within the team and confidently oversee the service in the Director's absence.
  • Assist with compliance, documentation, rostering, bookings and administrative tasks.
  • Help create a safe, welcoming and Christ-centred environment where children are encouraged to explore, belong and thrive.

We will consider both full-time and part-time applicants, with an immediate start available for the right candidate.

Requirements

About you

  • You hold (or are working towards) a Diploma of Early Childhood Education and Care or equivalent approved qualification.
  • You have experience in an OSHC or Early Childhood setting, with demonstrated leadership capability.
  • You are organised, proactive and able to support the smooth operation of a busy service.
  • You have excellent communication and relationship-building skills.
  • You hold current First Aid, CPR, Asthma and Anaphylaxis qualifications (or are willing to obtain them).
  • You hold a current paid Working with Children Check (Blue Card).
  • You have sound knowledge of the National Quality Framework, My Time, Our Place and relevant legislation.
  • You're confident using technology and online management systems.
  • You're a collaborative team player with a servant heart and vibrant Christian faith.
  • You have a servant heart and vibrant Christian faith.

Benefits

We value our people—and we invest in them. As part of our team, you'll enjoy:

  • Staff discounts for your own child(ren) attending SmartPlay and ACC Moreton
  • Attractive salary package including annual pay increases and full superannuation entitlements
  • The chance to contribute to the growth of an service of Excellence
  • A supportive, positive, and purpose-driven Christian team environment
  • An opportunity to make a meaningful impact every single day

If you're an enthusiastic educator who wants to lead with purpose, inspire young learners, and grow within a supportive Christian community—we’d love to hear from you.

Apply now and join us in shaping young lives with excellence and care.

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