Join us in a part-time, fixed-term role from October 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 Wednesday and 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.

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.
• National Criminal History Check.

Our recruitment process for shortlisted candidates:

1. A telephone interview

2. A face-to-face interview and,

3. Two reference checks from previous managers (with one from your most recent manager). 

If you have any questions regarding this role, please email them to Louise Docherty ldocherty@playmatters.org.au