Service Leader

✨Service Leader – Prince of Peace Outside School Hours Care

Prince of Peace Outside School Hours Care (OSHC) provides high-quality care for children from Prep through to Year 6, including before school, after school, pupil-free day and vacation care programs.

Our OSHC programs are designed to extend and enrich children’s wellbeing and development through engaging, varied and exciting experiences. We create a stimulating environment where children are encouraged to play, explore and grow.

We cater to the diverse ages, interests and abilities of every child, offering a wide range of recreational and learning opportunities aligned with the My Time, Our Place Framework under the National Quality Framework.

Supported by Lutheran Education Queensland, we’re proud to deliver high-quality care grounded in respect, individuality and strong community partnerships.

We’re on the lookout for an enthusiastic, hands-on Service Leader who’s ready to bring ideas, positivity and leadership spark to our OSHC program. 

💼 The Opportunity

As our Service Leader, you’ll be right at the centre of it all—leading an awesome team, championing children’s wellbeing, and creating programs that children can’t wait to be part of each day.

You’ll build strong connections with families, educators and the school community while running a dynamic, compliant, business‑minded and operations‑minded service that is both sustainable and reflective of our values. If you love variety, leadership and making a real difference—this role is calling your name.

💛 What You’ll Bring to the Role

• Lead the day-to-day operations of a busy, vibrant OSHC service with a strong operations-minded approach

• Design and deliver fun, engaging, age-appropriate programs that spark curiosity and joy

• Actively engage with children indoors and outdoors—no standing on the sidelines here!

• Inspire, mentor and support a team of dedicated OSHC Educators

• Apply a business‑minded lens to service delivery, supporting sustainability, enrolments and resource management

• Ensure governance, compliance and quality standards are met with confidence

• Build warm, respectful relationships with children, families and colleagues

• Champion a safe, inclusive and welcoming environment where everyone belongs

• Complete administrative and documentation tasks with care and accuracy

All programs are delivered in line with My Time, Our Place, the National Quality Framework and our Christian values.

✅ What You’ll Need to Succeed

• Diploma of School Aged Care or ACECQA-approved equivalent

• Proven leadership experience in OSHC or early childhood settings

• Strong knowledge of NQS, EYLF and QKLG

• Current First Aid, CPR, Asthma & Anaphylaxis qualifications

• Current Child Protection training and 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

🌟 Why You’ll Love Working with Us

• Two weeks off over the Christmas break 🎄

• Ongoing professional development and career pathways

• Paid time to complete In Safe Hands training

• Support from a Pedagogical Manager and experienced leadership team

• Regular learning, networking and upskilling opportunities

• Access to an Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

• A values-driven, not-for-profit organisation where people really matter

💙 About Lutheran Education Queensland

For over 50 years, Lutheran Education Queensland has supported children and families through high-quality early learning and OSHC services. Our mission is inspired learning for life—delivered in caring, faith-filled communities where children flourish.

👉 Apply Now!

If you’re an experienced OSHC leader who thrives in a lively environment and loves building strong communities, we’d love to hear from you.

Apply now via Seek by submitting your cover letter and CV.

Lutheran Education Queensland is an equal opportunity employer and welcomes applications from all backgrounds.

At Lutheran Education Queensland we are committed to protecting children and young people from harm. As a child safe organisation all candidates must have a valid working with children check.

Come lead a service that’s full of heart, energy and opportunity—at Prince of Peace Lutheran OSHC.