Before and After-Hours School Care - Coordinator Qualified (Maternity Leave Cover) About the Role Join CatholicCare, a purpose-driven, not-for-profit organisation committed to supporting children, families, and communities through high-quality, compassionate services. This is more than a Coordinator role — it’s a 9-month opportunity to step into leadership and take ownership of a well-established Outside School Hours Care (OSHC) service, with the support of an experienced and values-driven organisation. Role details: Position: OSHC Coordinator (9-month maximum term contract) Location: Thirroul Hours: Full-time, 38 hours per week (Monday to Friday) Pay rate: $41.83 per hour (incl. Worker Retention Payment) In this role, you will lead daily operations, build a positive team culture, and deliver engaging programs that support children’s development while strengthening relationships with families and school communities. Perks with Purpose, Because You Matter When you join us, you’re not just taking on a role — you’re becoming part of an organisation that genuinely values its people. In return for the important work you do, you’ll enjoy a range of benefits designed to support your wellbeing and work life balance, including: Increase your take home pay through tax savings up to $18,550 p.a. Access Novated Leasing to help with vehicle running costs Salary package your rent, meal and entertainment expenses Access a range of fitness and health facilities through Fitness Passport Annual Leave Loading Annual budget of professional development Refer a Friend Program Professional Development including training opportunities and Study Leave options Healthy work life balance through hybrid working models, flex time and flexible working arrangements* Free and confidential counselling through our Employee Assistance Program What You Bring to the Role Minimum 2 years' experience in education and care Diploma in Children’s Services (or equivalent) Demonstrated leadership in a childcare or OSHC setting Strong knowledge of the National Quality Framework, My Time Our Place, and child protection requirements A child-safe mindset and a genuine commitment to supporting children’s wellbeing and development Current First Aid, Asthma & Anaphylaxis training (or willing to obtain) NSW Working with Children Check Driver's Licence Built on Care, Driven by People CatholicCare is a local not-for-profit organisation committed to helping those in need regardless of religious beliefs, background or circumstances. Our Vision is for inclusive, thriving communities where human dignity of all is respected and valued by putting people first. We provide services that support people across all stages of life: early childhood education, out of school hours care, community age and disability care, foster care, school counselling and parenting courses across the Illawarra, Shoalhaven, Southern Highlands and the Macarthur regions. We are proud to offer genuine career pathway opportunities to our employees so they can continue to work with us. Click here for the Position Description. For further information contact Rachel Beedles on 0499 451 570 Close Date: 8 May 2026 This role may close before the official date as we review applications continuously. If you’re passionate about making a difference, apply today! CatholicCare Wollongong is committed to equal opportunity in employment and encourages applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people with a disability and people from culturally diverse backgrounds. All employees are subject to probity and pre-employment checks. CatholicCare is strongly committed to the safety and well-being of children and young people, and to the National Principles for Child Safe Organisations. Applicants are thoroughly screened prior to employment.
