OSHC Assistant Coordinator | Carina

Company Description

Partnering with parents and school communities, at Junior Adventures Group (JAG) our goal is to help today’s children navigate their tomorrow by supporting children's development through play in fun, engaging environments. We live and breathe our company values every day by being considerate, passionate, courageous, and making a difference.

Job Description

Studying a relevant qualification or already graduated? Gain valuable hands-on experience with children in a role that fits around your study timetable! 

Helping Hands Carina is seeking an inspiring and motivated OSHC Assistant Coordinator to join our growing service. This is an exciting opportunity to step into a key leadership role where you’ll shape culture, drive quality, and make a genuine difference in the lives of children and your team.

This is a permanent, part-time role (29.75 hours per week) working across split shifts, Monday to Friday. This is the perfect opportunity for an education, psychology, social work or healthcare student as we work around your busy schedule. 

Service hours include:

• Rise Then Shine: 6:30am – 9:00am
• Stay and Play: 2:30pm – 6:00pm
• School Holidays: Block shifts between 6:30am – 6:00pm

Why You'll Love Working With Us

• Work-Life Balance: Our split shift model gives you your middle of the day back, so you can study, manage family life, or enjoy personal time.
• Competitive Pay: $39 - $42 per hour including allowances + super, rewarding the important role you play every day.
• Onsite Coordinator Support: Leading a service doesn't mean doing it alone. Your Coordinator will provide coaching, guidance and practical support every step of the way.
• Career Growth & Development: Build your leadership skills through paid training and clear pathways to progress within JAG as a Coordinator, Service Manager or Support Office team member.
• Referral Rewards: Earn up to $750 cash for every successful referral and help us grow our exceptional team.
• Family-Friendly Support: Access paid parental leave (10 weeks) and up to 50% off childcare fees, supporting you and your family now and in the future.
• Health, Wellbeing & Lifestyle Benefits: Access discounted gym & wellbeing memberships, health insurance and retail savings, helping your money go further.

About your new role

As an Assistant Coordinator, you’ll help lead a team of passionate Educators and oversee an engaging before- and after-school program for children aged 5-12 years. This role is all about leadership: 

• Design and help lead a vibrant, child‑centred program, filled with engaging experiences such as STEM, sport, cooking, arts and crafts.
• Assist with rosters, daily operations, compliance, and administration.
• Build a positive, inclusive team culture where Educators feel supported, motivated, and proud of the program they deliver.
• Partner with families, the school community, and internal stakeholders to ensure the service continues to grow and thrive.
• Be supported by an experienced Coordinator and Regional Manager, so you’re never doing it alone.

Qualifications

Who are we looking for? 

We can teach you about the job and sector, but a few basics you need to have: 

• Hold or be willing to obtain a national police check (which we will cover!)
• State working-with-children check
• Australian working rights
• National Child Safety Training completion prior to onboarding (via Gecko)  
• QLD 2 Year Qualified -  Working towards or completed a relevant qualification to work as a 2 Year Qualified Educator in QLD in accordance with ACECQA

Additional Information

At Junior Adventures Group, child safety and child safeguarding principles are our top priorities. Our recruitment process includes thorough background checks and screenings to ensure the wellbeing of all children in our care. 

We welcome individuals from all backgrounds, abilities, and identities, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people.