Join us in a part-time, fixed-term role from July 2026 to June 2027, working 12 hours per fortnight during term time only. Based across Clyde, Cranbourne and surrounding Melbourne suburbs, this position is scheduled on Fridays.

Your New Role

• Support the creation of a warm, inclusive, and relaxed environment where children can engage freely, safely, and respectfully through play.

• Prepare and deliver developmentally appropriate experiences that promote connection, creativity, and wellbeing for all participants.

• Support families each week alongside a playgroup Facilitator.

• Communicate with parents and the Facilitator to understand and respond to the needs of children within the context of program delivery.

• Role model safe and respectful play practices that encourage positive interactions that reflect the values of Play Matters Australia.

What You Will Need to Succeed

• 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.

• National Criminal History Check.

We are committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace.  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. 

Applications and Questions
For any questions, please reach out to Louise Docherty: ldocherty@playmatters.org.au using the subject line: Play Helper - Clyde / Cranbourne enquiry

Join us in a part-time, fixed-term role from August 2026 to June 2027, working 18 hours per fortnight during school term time across Mondays, Thursdays and Fridays. and 12 hours per fortnight during school holidays across Mondays and Thursdays. Hours will be from 8:30am to 11:30am to align with playgroup times. Please specify in your cover letter if you are not able to work one of these days as there is potential for this role to be split into two positions. 

Your New Role

• Support the creation of a warm, inclusive, and relaxed environment where children can engage freely, safely, and respectfully through play.

• Prepare and deliver developmentally appropriate experiences that promote connection, creativity, and wellbeing for all participants.

• Support families each week alongside a playgroup Facilitator.

• Communicate with parents and the Facilitator to understand and respond to the needs of children within the context of program delivery.

• Role model safe and respectful play practices that encourage positive interactions that reflect the values of Play Matters Australia.

What You Will Need to Succeed

• 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.

• National Criminal History Check.

We are committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace.  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. 

Applications and Questions
For any questions, please reach out to Rebecca Ufer rufer@playmatters.org.au using the subject line: Play Helper - Townsville