OSHC Assistant Coordinator I Calliope

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

🌟 Your next career move starts here!

Helping Hands Calliope is seeking an inspiring and motivated OSHC Assistant Coordinator to join our growing Helping Hands service. This is a great opportunity to take the next step in your career, develop your leadership skills and play a key role in creating a service where children and Educators thrive.

Permanent part-time | 30 hours per week | Monday–Friday split shifts

⏰ Enjoy a split-shift schedule 

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

Your middle of the day is yours! Perfect for study, family commitments, appointments or some well-deserved downtime.

💜 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: Up to $42 per hour including allowances + super, rewarding the important role you play every day.
• Supportive leadership – Work alongside an experienced Regional Manager who will support you to succeed.
• 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 $1,000 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 Calliope State School Helping Hands 

Calliope Helping Hands is a close-knit service within a supportive school community, with strong relationships and engaged families. We typically welcome 30–45 children, with higher attendances some mornings and during school holidays. Based in the school hall with an exclusive admin office, you’ll join a collaborative team focused on building positive relationships and creating meaningful experiences for children.

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

Could this be you?

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

• Working towards or completed a relevant qualification to work as a 2 Year Qualified Educator in QLD in accordance with ACECQA
• National Child Safety Training completion prior to onboarding (via Gecko)  
• Enjoys working with children and making a positive impact  
• Communicates clearly and confidently  
• Works well in a team and aspires to grow into a leadership role  
• Holds (or is willing to obtain) a National Police Check and a Working with Children check  
• Has Australian work rights 

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.

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