Part-time, fixed-term role based in Townsville offering 10 hours per fortnight from January 2026 - June 2027. There may be opportunities to work additional hours if interested.

Our vision is ‘Playful Connected Communities’ and you will directly help us achieve this by planning, developing and delivering various play experiences

• Support program establishment with the manager and organise activities to achieve outcomes and develop session materials as needed.

• Create welcoming environments for families and children ensuring content is relevant and enhancing participant engagement.

• Deliver sessions as per funders specifications, moderate for safety, role model safe play and set up/pack down resources.

• Communicate with parents and carers about children's needs and provide guidance to play helpers.

• Completes general administrative tasks as directed by the Coordinator/Line Manager.

Your Skills Profile

• Holding or being eligible to hold a Working with Children Check is mandatory.

• If you hold qualifications and/or relevant experience in early childhood, childcare, community development, disability or family support then this is the role for you.

• Experience working with families from varying social and cultural backgrounds is desirable.

• Experience in group facilitation that requires the ability to model positive strength-based strategies when dealing with challenging behaviours is desirable.

If you have any questions with regards to this role please email them to Regional Manager - Townsville: Rebecca Ufer: rufer@playmatters.org.au.

Part time, fixed-term role with 6 hours per fortnight during state school terms from January 2026 until June 2026. There may be opportunities to work additional hours as well if interested.

• Support the creation of a calm, relaxed environment where children can engage freely and safely.

• Prepare and deliver developmentally appropriate play experiences to achieve program outcomes.

• Communicate with parents and Facilitator about the specific needs of children within the context of program delivery.

• Role model safe children's play

• Assist children to negotiate the opportunities and challenges of being part of a social group.

Essential Criteria

• Hold a valid Working with Children Check prior to commencement

• Experience and/or knowledge supporting children and their families.

• Sensitivity to families from diverse backgrounds.

• Well-developed interpersonal skills.

• Consistently presents a warm, welcoming, friendly, approachable, and professional manner to participating families.

If you have any questions with regards to this role please email them to Rebecca Ufer: rufer@playmatters.org.au.

Part-time, fixed term position working in Coomera and Southport assisting in the MyTime Program for 6 hours per fortnight during Term Time only, starting January 2026.

Your New Role:

• Support the creation of a warm, inclusive, and relaxed environment where children and older adults can engage freely, safely, and respectfully through play.
• Prepare and deliver developmentally appropriate and intergenerational play experiences that promote connection, creativity, and wellbeing for all participants.
• Communicate with parents, older participants, and the Facilitator to understand and respond to the needs of children and seniors within the context of program delivery.
• Role model safe and respectful play practices that encourage positive interactions across generations and reflect the values of Play Matters Australia.

Essential Criteria

• Hold or eligible to obtain a valid Working with Children Check.
• Experience and/or knowledge supporting children and their families.
• Well-developed interpersonal skills.
• Consistently presents a warm, welcoming, friendly, approachable, and professional manner to participating families.

If you would like to request any adjustments so you can participate in this recruitment process, please let us know so that we can accommodate you.

For any questions, please reach out to Krystal Inglis: kinglis@playmatters.org.au using the subject line: Play Helper - MyTime Program - Coomera / Southport

Part-time, fixed term position located in Southport to assist with a multicultural intergenerational playgroup for 6 hours per fortnight during Term Times only, starting in January 2026.

Your New Role

• Support the creation of a warm, inclusive, and relaxed environment where children and older adults can engage freely, safely, and respectfully through play.
• Prepare and deliver developmentally appropriate and intergenerational play experiences that promote connection, creativity, and wellbeing for all participants.
• Communicate with parents, older participants, and the Facilitator to understand and respond to the needs of children and seniors within the context of program delivery.
• Role model safe and respectful play practices that encourage positive interactions across generations and reflect the values of Play Matters Australia.

Essential Criteria

• Hold or eligible for a valid Working with Children Check.
• Experience and/or knowledge supporting children and their families.
• Well-developed interpersonal skills.
• Consistently presents a warm, welcoming, friendly, approachable, and professional manner to participating families.

f you would like to request any adjustments so you can participate in this recruitment process, please let us know so that we can accommodate you.

For any questions, please reach out to Krystal Inglis: kinglis@playmatters.org.au using the subject line: Play Helper - Multicultural Intergenerational Playgroup

Part time, fixed-term role with 54 hours per fortnight from January 2026 until June 2026.

Your New Role:

• Identify growth opportunities within the community sector and apply community development strategies to support, sustain, and grow community playgroups and programs.
• Develops session resources, including activity plans, social media content, tip sheets, and newsletters, and guides student placements.
• Facilitate programs as required and support volunteers to ensure program sustainability.
• Develops strong relationships with organisations and stakeholders, coordinate events, participates in local forums, and provides best practice advice for service delivery and community development.

Essential Criteria:

• Hold or is eligible to hold a Working with Children Check.
• Qualifications and/or experience in human services, community development and/or early childhood education or related fields.
• Ability to communicate professionally with external stakeholders and initiate and develop community networks.

Desirable Criteria:

• Experience and/or knowledge in disability, inclusion and/or mental health.
• Experience working with families from varying social and cultural backgrounds.

If you would like to request any adjustments so you can participate in this recruitment process, please let us know so that we can accommodate you.

Any questions regarding the role can be emailed to awalker@playmatters.org.au using the subject line: Community Development Officer 

Part-time, fixed term position located in Mons, Sunshine Coast to assist with a community playgroup for 32 hours per fortnight during Term Times only, starting in February 2026. Hours of work are 8.30am to 12.30pm (not negotiable) Tuesday to Friday.

Your New Role

• Support the creation of a warm, inclusive, and relaxed environment where children and older adults can engage freely, safely, and respectfully through play.
• Prepare and deliver developmentally appropriate and intergenerational play experiences that promote connection, creativity, and wellbeing for all participants.
• Communicate with parents, older participants, and the Facilitator to understand and respond to the needs of children and seniors within the context of program delivery.
• Role model safe and respectful play practices that encourage positive interactions across generations and reflect the values of Play Matters Australia.

Essential Criteria

• Hold or eligible for a valid Working with Children Check.
• Experience and/or knowledge supporting children and their families.
• Well-developed interpersonal skills.
• Consistently presents a warm, welcoming, friendly, approachable, and professional manner to participating families.

If you would like to request any adjustments so you can participate in this recruitment process, please let us know so that we can accommodate you.

For any questions, please reach out to Michelle Poole: mpoole@playmatters.org.au using the subject line: Play Helper - Community Playgroup - Mons