OSHC Area Coordinator (Mobile) | Gladstone

Junior Adventures Group; Gladstone Regional; On-site; AUD 36,000 - 59,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Car allowance

Retention bonuses

Paid parental leave

Healthcare discounts

Gym memberships

Referral bonuses

Career development & training

Job summary

Junior Adventures Group (JAG) is seeking an experienced OSHC Coordinator to advance to an Area Coordinator role across the Gladstone region. You will lead multi-site operations, contribute to educational program delivery and drive compliance and continuous improvement.

This is a pathway toward Regional Management with strong mentoring and regional exposure. The role offers a split-shift schedule, competitive hourly pay with allowances, and pathways for career growth within JAG.

Qualifications

• Experience leading teams in OSHC, childcare, education, or similar environments.
• National Child Safety Training completed prior to onboarding (via Gecko).
• Strong communication and relationship-building skills.
• Current and valid Working with Children Check.
• Current driver’s licence and willingness to travel between services.
• Availability to work split shifts Monday to Friday.
• Passion for creating safe, inclusive, and engaging environments for children.
• Working towards or completed a relevant qualification to work as a 2Year Qualified Educator in QLD (ACEGQA/ACECQA)

Responsibilities

• Support Coordinators and service teams when extra help is needed.
• Assist with ISS and program planning to strengthen educational outcomes.
• Pilot new programs and initiatives across the Gladstone region.
• Step into Coordinator positions when staff are on leave to ensure consistent care.
• Take on extended Coordinator placements for longer-term leadership coverage.
• Coach, mentor and support Coordinators, Assistant Coordinators and Educators.
• Visit services to identify opportunities and support quality, compliance and continuous improvement.
• Help build workforce capability and future regional leaders.
• Collaborate with Regional Manager on regional projects and initiatives.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Relationship building

Education

QLD 2 Year Qualified

Job description

• Full-time

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 step in leadership starts here.

Are you an experienced OSHC Coordinator ready to take the next step?

We’re looking for an ambitious, flexible and people-focused Area Coordinator(Mobile) to join our Gladstone team. This is more than a relief role - it’s an opportunity to work across the region, influence program quality, support service leaders and build the experience needed for your next step into Regional Management.

The Mobile Coordinator role is designed to provide operational leadership across multiple services, support educational program delivery, strengthen compliance and provide leadership coverage when Coordinators are away.

WHAT WILL YOU DO?

No two weeks will look the same!

You’ll work across our Gladstone region to:

• Support Coordinators and service teams when they need an extra set of hands.
• Assist with ISS and program planning, helping services strengthen their educational practice and outcomes.
• Pilot new programs and initiatives across the Gladstone region.
• Step into Coordinator positions when team members are on leave, ensuring children and families experience consistent, high-quality care.
• Take on an extended Coordinator placement when a service requires longer-term leadership coverage.
• Coach, mentor and support Coordinators, Assistant Coordinators and Educators.
• Visit services, identify opportunities and help drive quality, compliance and continuous improvement.
• Help build workforce capability, succession planning and future leaders.
• Work closely with the Regional Manager on projects and initiatives across the region.

THIS IS YOUR NEXT LEADERSHIP STEP

If you’re currently a strong Coordinator and thinking:

“What’s next for me?”

This could be it.

The Mobile Coordinator position gives you exposure to multiple services, different teams, operational decision‑making, regional projects, coaching and leadership, while still being connected to service delivery.

It’s designed as a step up from Coordinator and a pathway toward Regional Manager. You’ll be supported to grow your leadership capability while being exposed to the bigger picture of regional operations.

Service‑Based Hours

Monday–Friday

Your week will move between services depending on where support is needed.

You’ll also work 5x 8:00am–4:00pm days each term to focus on:

• Future program planning
• Regional initiatives
• Service improvement
• ISS/program planning

HHQ Days will rotate: 6:00am–2:00pm or10:00am–6:00pm

Alternating days as required.

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 $43 per hour + $4,800 car allowance + super, rewarding the important role you play every day.
• Regional Manager Support: Leading a service doesn’t mean doing it alone. Your Regional Manager will provide coaching, guidance and practical support every step of the way.
• Coordinator Loyalty Program: Enjoy $1,250 in retention bonuses during your first year as a thank you.
• 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.
• Career Growth & Development: Build your skills through paid training and clear pathways to progress within JAG.
• Health, Wellbeing & Lifestyle Benefits: Access discounted gym & wellbeing memberships, health insurance and retail savings, helping your money go further.
• Referral Rewards: Earn $1,000 cash for every successful referral and help us grow our exceptional team.

Qualifications

Who are we looking for?

You are a confident and adaptable leader who enjoys supporting teams and creating meaningful experiences for children.

To be successful in this role, you will have:

• Experience leading teams in OSHC, childcare, education, or a similar environment
• National Child Safety Training completion prior to onboarding (via Gecko)
• Strong communication and relationship‑building skills
• A current and valid Working with Children Check
• A current driver’s licence and willingness to travel between services
• Availability to work split shifts Monday to Friday
• A passion for creating safe, inclusive, and engaging environments for children
• QLD 2 Year Qualified-Working towards or completed a relevant qualification to work as a 2Year QualifiedEducator in QLD in accordance with ACECQA

COULD YOU BE OUR NEXT MOBILE COORDINATOR?

If you’re ready to move beyond managing one service and start thinking like a regional leader, we want to hear from you.

Bring your experience.
Bring your ideas.
Bring your flexibility.
Bring your ambition.

Your next leadership opportunity could be closer than you think.

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.