Join our St Mary MacKillop Goodoo team as an Interim Service Leader supporting care to children on Palm Island.30th January, 2025Mary MacKillop Childcare North Queensland provides high-quality provision of care to families across the Diocese of Townsville, which stretches from Ingham in the North, Proserpine in the South, Mount Isa in the West and Palm Island to the East.About the positionSt Mary MacKillop Goodoo is an Early Learning Centre located in a remote, Indigenous community on Palm Island. As the only Early Learning Centre on Palm Island, we take great care in providing a safe, playful, and engaging environment for the youngest members of the local community.St Mary MacKillop Goodoo is seeking an interim Service Leader on a fixed term basis, Monday to Friday. This opportunity allows you to be a valued member of the community and support Educators in fostering high-quality practices for a safe, inclusive and engaging environment for every child. This role will be pivotal in leading the service in a new operating centre, supporting staff upskilling, succession planning, and retention.What youll need to succeed:Completed a Diploma in Early Childhood Education or ACECQA equivalent (Education Support, studying Bachelor of Teaching etc.)Previous experience in a similar positionAbility to work effectively with diverse cultural and linguistic communities and individualsCurrent Working with Children Check (Blue Card)Current First Aid Certificate Including CPR, Asthma and Anaphylaxis or ability to obtain before commencementUnderstanding and knowledge of National Quality Framework and My Time Our Place FrameworkWe offer our employees:Paid birthday leave dayChildcare discount of up to 75%Competitive and over award salary on offer (depending on qualifications and experience)Financial support of First Aid, CPR, Asthma & Anaphylaxis after commencementSalary packaging availableInsurance benefits with Queensland Country HealthExperienced teams offering advice, guidance and support to our servicesUniforms provided upon commencementWork/life balance with no weekend workA supportive environment where teams flourish and build strong relationships with children, families and each otherHow to applyIf you are interested in joining our vibrant team at MMCNQ, please submit your resume and cover letter via the APPLY NOW link. Interviews will commence as applications are received!If you have any questions about this position, please contact our HR team on employment@mmcnq.catholic.edu.au or call Sarah Wust on 07 4726 3290. #J-18808-Ljbffr
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Director