OSHC Coordinator | Sunbury

Sherpa Kids; Maryborough; Hybrid; AUD 49,000 - 70,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid parental leave

Retention bonus

Wellbeing benefits

Gym discounts

Career development

Childcare discounts

Referral bonus

Work-life balance

Job summary

Junior Adventures Group (JAG) is seeking an OSHC Coordinator for Helping Hands Sunbury, a regional school‑based before- and after‑school care service for children aged 5–12. You’ll lead Educators, design programs, manage rosters, compliance and admin.

This permanent, part‑time role offers split shifts, regional support, a strong focus on culture, wellbeing, and development, with competitive pay up to AUD 43 per hour plus superannuation, and retention bonuses in the first year.

Qualifications

• Leadership and team guidance experience.
• Willingness to obtain police check and ongoing suitability to work with children.
• Compliance with Working with Children checks and National Safety Training.

Responsibilities

• Lead a team of Educators and oversee the before- and after-school program.
• Take ownership of rosters, daily operations, and administration to ensure smooth delivery.
• Foster a positive team culture and strong engagement with families and school partners.
• Collaborate with Regional Managers and Support Office for ongoing development.
• Ensure compliance and quality through the service's Quality Improvement Plan.

Skills

Leadership

People management

Communication

Education

QLD 2 Year Qualified

Job 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

Helping Hands Sunbury is seeking aninspiring and motivatedOSHC Coordinatorto join our growing Helping Hands 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 apermanent, part-timerole (34 hours per week) working across split shifts, Monday to Friday, including4 hours of dedicated non‑contact administrative timeto support your success.

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: Up to $43 per hour + 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 up to $750 cash for every successful referral and help us grow our exceptional team.

Helping Hands Sunbury is a small, welcoming OSHC service located within a regional school, caring for around 15–30 children each day. Established in January, the service is building strong connections within its close‑knit community and operates from shared spaces in the school hall and library. With a well‑established Quality Improvement Plan in place, the team is focused on creating a positive, engaging and supportive environment for children and families.

About your new role

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

• Design and lead a vibrant, child‑centred program, filled with engaging experiences such as STEM, sport, cooking, arts and crafts.
• Take ownership of rosters, daily operations, compliance, and administration, with time allocated to do this well.
• 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 experienced Regional Managers and a dedicated Support Office so you’re never doing it alone.

Qualifications

Who are we looking for?

If you have a passion for supporting children, we’d love to hear from you! Here’s what we’re looking for:

• A natural leader who enjoys guiding a team and helping others grow
• Hold or be willing to obtain a national police check (which we will cover!)
• State working‑with‑children check
• 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 2Year QualifiedEducatorin QLDin 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.