This is a part-time, fixed-term position located in Mons, Sunshine Coast to assist with Play Stars (babies from 0 to 12 months) playgroup for 16 hours per fortnight on Thursday and Fridays during school term times only, starting in April 2026. 
Your New Role

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

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

• 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.

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.

Applications and Questions
For any questions, please reach out to Michelle Poole: mpoole@playmatters.org.au. To apply, please submit your cv and cover letter via this job advertisement by 22/4/2026.

This is a 35 hour, part-time, fixed-term role per fortnight from May 2026 to December 2026 across Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday. 
Your New Role

• Supporting the creation of a calm, relaxed environment where children are encouraged to move freely and safely.

• Preparing for and delivering developmentally appropriate play experiences to achieve program outcomes.

• Communicating with parents in the group and/or Facilitator about the specific needs of children within the scope and context of program delivery.

• Role modelling safe children's play and assisting children to negotiate the opportunities and challenges of being part of a social group.

• General administrative and operational tasks associated with the Hub

What You Will Need to Succeed

• Experience and/or knowledge supporting children and families.

• Experience working within a group setting that requires the ability to model positive strategies when dealing with challenging behaviours.

• Demonstrated ability to assist in group facilitation using a strengths-based approach.

• Sound understanding of age and developmentally appropriate toys for children.

• Well-developed interpersonal skills when interacting with others.

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

• Sensitivity to families from diverse backgrounds.

• An interest in early childhood development.

• Hold a valid Working with Children Check prior to commencement (Blue card).

 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 Michelle Poole: mpoole@playmatters.org.au. To apply, please submit your resume and cover letter via this job advertisement by 29 April 2026.