Junior Adventures Group

Are you looking for a role that will allow you to share your passion for sustainability, creativity and inclusivity? Design values-based activities for kids and join a caring team and school community. 

A service based in Castlemaine is looking for a passionate and organised Coordinator for children in our before and after school care capacity. This is a permanent part-time position at 29.25 hours per week all year round - the perfect balance!

Hours will be Monday –Friday, 07:00 – 09:00 AM (Rise then Shine Program) and 02:45 – 06:00 PM (Stay and Play Program) plus 3 additional admin hours. Note: you must be available all 5 days for this role. 

There will also be holiday program shifts from 7:00 AM - 6:00 PM

In addition to a competitive salary, there is also a $1000 commencement bonus at the completion of first month plus another $1000 loyalty bonus at 12 months + split shift allowance + uniform allowance + other benefits + super.

About the role 

Leading a team of Educators, you will manage a service at a primary school in the hours before and after school for children aged 5-12 years. You'll have the support of a state specific office, plus regional managers who regularly visit and mentor you at your service. 

• Develop and facilitate an engaging child-centered program full of exciting experiences such as STEM, sport, cooking, art and craft - whatever you and the children are into! 
• Foster healthy relationships with children, the school, community, and parents 
• Lead a team of Educators onsite, including roster management 
• Manage the day-to-day operations of your service including compliance and administration 

About us 

Partnering with parents and school communities, our goal is to build brighter futures by supporting children’s development through play in fun, engaging environments. We live and breathe our company values every day by being considerate, passionate, and courageous, and making a difference. 

About the service 

Based in Castlemaine, this small service would see you join an ongoing Educator who knows the space well. You'll get to engage with a vibrant and values-based community, with an easy-to-manage cohort of kids. There is another school around the corner who the team regularly collaborates with, meaning you'll have plenty of support and connection. 

Who are we looking for? 

A few basics you need to have: 

• Available 5 days/ week
• Inclusive and respectful values, with creative ideas to share these
• Hold or willing to obtain a national police check (we'll pay for it!) and a state check for working with children 
• Australian work  rights 

• Holds or is currently studying an ACECQA approved Diploma such as those based in education, health or the community (visit the ACECQA website for more information)

What's in it for you? 

• Lucrative Employee Referral Program – earn up to $750 for an employee referral via Care Friends 
• Discounted Health Insurance – get a discount off your premium with Bupa 
• Discounted Fitness and Wellbeing – discounted gym membership at over 400 Gyms/Studios, up to 50% off fitness & wellbeing benefits     through Wherefit 
• Exclusive discounts for your family to attend our services, plus 1000's of savings on various lifestyle choices 
• Recognition, awards, career growth 

How to apply 

If you share our values, want to have fun at work every day, and want a career that works for you, we'd love to hear from you. Apply now or reach out to our team with any questions: careers@junioradventuresgroup.com.au. 

At Junior Adventures Group, safeguarding children is our top priority. As part of our recruitment process, we conduct thorough background checks, reference checks and appropriate screening on all potential employees to ensure that they share our commitment to safeguarding and have not been involved in any activities that could put children at risk.    

We welcome all individuals from diverse backgrounds, genders, ages, religions, disability, sexual orientation, family and caring responsibilities and cultures, including people of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander heritage, to apply for any open positions within Junior Adventures Group.