Oshc Casual Educator | Baringa

Junior Adventures Group; Townsville City; On-site; AUD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Work‑life balance

Split‑shift pay

Supportive team

Career growth

Referral rewards

Family-friendly

Wellbeing benefits

Job summary

Junior Adventures Group (JAG) is seeking flexible OSHC staff to support primary school children at Helping Hands Baringa. Roles are designed to fit around university timetables, with morning and afternoon shifts and extra hours in school holidays.

You’ll gain hands-on experience, be part of a supportive team, and have opportunities for leadership development while earning competitive hourly pay and shift incentives.

Qualifications

• Genuine passion for working with children.
• Available for at least 3 afternoon shifts per week.
• Team player with growth mindset.
• Willing to obtain a national police check (covered by us).
• State working-with-children check.
• Australian working rights.
• National Child Safety Training via Gecko.

Responsibilities

• Join our OSHC team at Helping Hands Baringa and help create exciting, engaging, and unforgettable experiences for primary school children.
• Gain valuable hands-on experience with primary school-aged children while we work around your university timetable, placements, and other commitments.
• Pick up shifts across the services open hours: morning and afternoon shifts.

Skills

Passion for children

Availability for afternoon shifts

Team player

National police check

Working-with-children check

Australian working rights

National Child Safety Training (Gecko)

Job description

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

Are you a university student, parent or just need your midday free? This is the perfect opportunity that works around your lifestyle!

Join our OSHC team at Helping Hands Baringa and help create exciting, engaging, and unforgettable experiences for primary school children.

Whether you're a university student looking to build a career in teaching, psychology, social work or childcare, or simply seeking greater flexibility, this role is designed to fit your lifestyle. Gain valuable hands‑on experience with primary school‑aged children while we work around your university timetable, placements, and other commitments.

Pick up shifts across the services open hours:

• Morning Shift: 6:00am – 9:00am Monday - Friday (Rise then Shine Program)
• Afternoon Shift: 2:00pm – 6:00pm Monday - Friday (Stay and Play Program)
• Extra Hours available during school holidays!

Why You'll Love Working With Us

• Competitive Pay: $33 - $47 per hour + super, rewarding the important role you play every day.
• 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.
• Extra pay for split shifts: Earn an additional $21 per day whenever you work a split shift, rewarding the flexibility you bring to the role.
• Supportive and Stable Team Environment: Join a respectful, welcoming team where you'll feel valued, supported and connected while working for a growing organisation with a strong people‑first culture.
• Career Growth & Development: Build your leadership skills through paid training and clear pathways to progress within JAG as an Assistant Coordinator or Coordinator.
• Referral Rewards: Earn up to $750 cash for every successful referral and help us grow our exceptional team.
• Family-Friendly Support: 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.

Qualifications

Who are we looking for?

While we’re happy to provide training and guidance in the role and sector, here are a few qualities we’re looking for:

• A genuine passion for working with children.
• Must be available for at least 3 afternoon shifts per week
• A team player with aspirations to grow and learn in the role
• 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)

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.