Step-up Coordinator - Drouin & Surrounds

Junior Adventures Group; Drouin; Hybrid; AUD 34,000 - 59,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Work-Life Balance

Competitive pay (up to AU$43/hour incl

Career growth & development

Referral rewards: AU$1,000 cash

Parental leave: 10 weeks

Childcare fee discounts: up to 50%

Health & wellbeing benefits

Job summary

Junior Adventures Group in Drouin, VIC is seeking a Part-time Step-Up Coordinator to lead a team of Educators and manage rosters across split shifts. The role offers 27.5 hours per week with opportunities to develop leadership within a supportive regional office structure.

You will build programs across STEM, cooking, sport, art, and craft while fostering strong relationships with families and schools, aiming for future management pathways.

Qualifications

• Leadership and roster management experience preferred.
• Ability to mentor educators onsite and lead a team.
• Willingness to complete background checks and safety training.

Responsibilities

• Help lead and mentor a passionate team of Educators onsite.
• Build confidence in roster management, service operations, compliance, and administration.
• Create child-led programs including STEM, cooking, sport, art, and craft experiences.
• Foster positive relationships with children, families, schools, and the wider community.
• Develop skills for progression into future management opportunities.

Education

VIC Diploma-Level Educator qualification

National Police Check

Working with Children Check

National Child Safety Training (Gecko)

Tools

Gecko

Job description

• Part-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

Join us in our service in the Drouin area, as a Step- Up Coordinator, ready to build your confidence in leadership, operations, and team management within a supportive environment. This permanent, part-time role offers27.5 hours per week.You’ll work across split shifts, Monday to Wednesday + Friday:6.30-9am (Rise then Shine) and Monday - Friday 3:00-6.30pm(Stay and Play).

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 $43per hour including allowances + super, rewarding the important role you play every day.
• Supportive and Stable Team Environment: Join a respectful, welcoming team where you'll feel 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 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 the role

The role is designed for someone ready to step up and develop as a leader. With support from experienced regional managers and a dedicated state office team, you’ll gain hands‑on leadership experience while making a genuine impact in your local school community.

You’ll have the opportunity to:

• Help lead and mentor a passionate team of Educators onsite
• Build your confidence in roster management, service operations, compliance, and administration
• Create exciting, child-led programs including STEM, cooking, sport, art, and craft experiences
• Foster positive relationships with children, families, schools, and the wider community
• Develop the skills and experience needed to progress into future management opportunities

Qualifications

• 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)
• VIC Diploma-Level - Working towards or completed a relevant qualification to work as a Diploma-levelEducatorin VIC 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.