Family Day Care and In Home Child Care Coordinator

Written on the 11 October 2024

Are you looking for a fresh new challenge? We are offering an opportunity for an experienced Child Care Coordinator who is looking to make a change and enjoy a new work environment.  If you have 3 + years' experience working in the childcare industry, then we would love to hear from you! 

About Us

Beaucare Family Day Care & In Home Child Care have been committed to supporting families and educators for over 35 years. 

We are seeking an experienced and dedicated Coordinator to join our Child Care Team to support our Family Day Care and In Home Care Educators to provide a consistent and high-quality service. Our office is in Beaudesert and the role will require you to travel to visit and support families and educators in areas including Beaudesert, Logan, Brisbane and the Gold Coast.

The Benefits of Working with Us

• A well established and caring, values-based community organisation
• Dedicated and supportive team who care about your wellbeing including access to an Employee Assistance Program 
• Salary packaging including $15,900 packaging limit plus $2,650 for meals and entertainment expenses per FBT year 
• Extensive training and professional development
• Laptop and iPad provided, and a phone allowance paid
• Flexible working arrangements with home life considerations
• Beaucare vehicle accessible for work related travel to educators and families
• Workplace banking Program

Your Role

Our office is in Beaudesert, and this is a full-time position paid under the Social, Community, Home Care & Disability Services Industry Award as a Family Day Care Employee Level 3. The pay point will be determined based on the qualifications and experience of the successful candidate. 

You will be responsible for:

• Visiting educators to ensure practices meet service policies and legislative requirements and to provide feedback
• Maintaining the service focus on educational outcomes in line with Assessment and Rating process
• Maintaining the Quality Improvement Plan and Quality Improvement actions register in collaboration with the Educational Leader
• Recruitment of potential educators, and assessment of their homes and members of their household
• Providing support, information, advocacy and referral service to parents and educators
• Providing training, information and resources to enhance educator's skills and professional development
• Planning and developing procedures to meet child and family's needs as well as develop and review inclusion support plans as needed
• Supporting the Child Care Team and Beaucare to achieve our strategic goals and maintain our strong reputation

Your Skills and Experience

• 3+ years demonstrated experience working in a Child Care environment
• Knowledge of the principles and practices of child development 0-12 years
• Understanding of the Early Years Learning Framework; My Time Our Place Framework and the National Quality Framework (NQF)
• Knowledge of health, hygiene and safety practices including infection control and risk management
• High level of communication skills and reflective practices
• Ability to work in partnership with families and educators to develop strategies to appropriately meet their needs and interests
• High level organisational and time management skills
• Ability to implement and follow policies and procedures to promote quality child care
• Strong computer skills (Microsoft office) and experience using social media

Mandatory Requirements

• Approved Diploma level education and care qualification
• Positive Notice Blue Card (or eligible to obtain a Positive Notice Blue Card)
• NDIS Worker Screening Check (or eligible to obtain prior to commencement)
• National Police check obtained in the last 6 months
• Provider Digital Access (PRODA) number (must be obtained prior to commencement)
• Current Queensland Drivers’ licence
• Current full First Aid, CPR, Asthma and Anaphylaxis (or able to obtain prior to commencement)
• Reliable roadworthy motor vehicle

How to Apply

Please apply via SEEK  and include an up-to-date resume and a cover letter which includes outlining why you would be suitable for the role. 

Closing date is Sunday 3rd November 2024 and interviews will take place on Monday 11th November 2024 and Tuesday 12th November 2024.

For further information about the role, please contact the Human Resources Team on (07) 5441 4216.