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Volunteer Opportunities

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A list of all current volunteer opportunities is available below.

Current Volunteer Opportunities

Find out more about what it means to volunteer at Play Matters here.

 

Volunteer Facilitator (Yeronga Playgroup)

Yeronga, Brisbane

Yeronga Playgroup is looking for a new Volunteer Facilitator to help coordinate their group on Thursday mornings. You will work with the other playgroup facilitators and the playgroup families to arrange activities for children 0-5yrs and create a welcoming, fun and safe environment. 

Regular tasks for volunteer facilitators include: 
- opening/closing the venue 
- welcoming families 
- organising play experiences for the weekly sessions 
- liaising between playgroup families and Play Matters Australia 
- ensuring the playgroup environment and culture is safe, fun and inclusive. 

Play Matters Australia provides the following volunteer support: 
- Assistance to complete a Working with Children Check 
- Mentoring and guidance from Play Matters staff 
- Access to a digital portal with online training and resources  
- Career development opportunities 
- Statements of Service 

To APPLY for this volunteer position please complete your expression of interest below. 

LGBTQIA+ Playgroup Volunteer Facilitator (Rainbow Families)

Paddington, Brisbane

2-3 hours, weekly on a Tuesday.

Rainbow Families Playgroup at Paddington is looking for a new Volunteer Facilitator to help coordinate their group on Tuesday mornings. You will work with the other playgroup facilitators and the playgroup families to arrange activities for children 0-5yrs and create a welcoming, fun and safe environment. 

Regular tasks for volunteer facilitators include: 
- opening/closing the venue 
- welcoming families 
- organising play experiences for the weekly sessions 
- liaising between playgroup families and Play Matters Australia 
- ensuring the playgroup environment and culture is safe, fun and inclusive. 

Play Matters Australia provides the following volunteer support: 
- Assistance to complete a Working with Children Check 
- Mentoring and guidance from Play Matters staff 
- Access to a digital portal with online training and resources  
- Career development opportunities 
- Statements of Service 

To APPLY for this volunteer position please complete your expression of interest below. 

Volunteer Facilitator (St Thomas Playgroup)

Camp Hill, Brisbane

2-3 hours each Monday Morning from 9:00am to 11:15am during school terms.

St Thomas Playgroup at Camp Hill is looking for a new Volunteer Facilitator to help coordinate their group on Monday mornings. You will work with the other playgroup facilitators and the playgroup families to arrange activities for children 0-5yrs and create a welcoming, fun and safe environment. 

Regular tasks for volunteer facilitators include: 
- opening/closing the venue 
- welcoming families 
- organising play experiences for the weekly sessions 
- liaising between playgroup families and Play Matters Australia 
- ensuring the playgroup environment and culture is safe, fun and inclusive. 

Play Matters Australia provides the following volunteer support: 
- Assistance to complete a Working with Children Check 
- Mentoring and guidance from Play Matters staff 
- Access to a digital portal with online training and resources  
- Career development opportunities 
- Statements of Service 

To APPLY for this volunteer position please complete your expression of interest below.

 

Volunteer Facilitator (Bulimba Playgroup)

Bulimba, Brisbane

2-3hrs each Thursday morning from 8:45 - 11am during school terms.

Bulimba Playgroup is looking for a new Volunteer Facilitator to coordinate their group on Thursday mornings. You will work with the other playgroup volunteer facilitators and the playgroup families to arrange activities for children 0-5yrs and create a welcoming, fun and safe environment. 

Regular tasks for volunteer facilitators include: 
- opening/closing the venue 
- welcoming families 
- organising play experiences for the weekly sessions 
- liaising between playgroup families and Play Matters Australia 
- ensuring the playgroup environment and culture is safe, welcoming, and inclusive. 

Play Matters Australia provides the following volunteer support: 
- Assistance to complete a Working with Children Check 
- Mentoring and guidance from Play Matters staff 
- Access to a digital portal with online training and resources  
- Career development opportunities 
- Statements of Service 

To APPLY for this volunteer position please complete your expression of interest below.

Volunteer Facilitator (Monday Munchkins)

Geebung, Brisbane

Time required: 2-3 hours each Monday morning during school terms from 9am to 11:45am. 

Monday Munchkins at Geebung is looking for a new Volunteer Facilitator to help coordinate their group on Monday mornings. You will work with the other playgroup facilitators and the playgroup families to arrange activities for children 0-5yrs and create a welcoming, fun and safe environment. 

Regular tasks for volunteer facilitators include: 
- opening/closing the venue 
- welcoming families 
- organising play experiences for the weekly sessions 
- liaising between playgroup families and Play Matters Australia 
- ensuring the playgroup environment and culture is safe, fun and inclusive. 

Play Matters Australia provides the following volunteer support: 
- Assistance to complete a Working with Children Check 
- Mentoring and guidance from Play Matters staff 
- Access to a digital portal with online training and resources  
- Career development opportunities 
- Statements of Service 

To APPLY for this volunteer position please complete your expression of interest below. 

Closes: 1 February 2026

Volunteer Facilitator (Pine Rivers Dakabin)

Dakabin, Brisbane

Time required: 2-3 hours each Wednesday morning during school terms from 9:30am to 12noon. 

Pine Rivers Playgroup - Dakabin is looking for a new volunteer to help coordinate their group on Wednesday mornings during term time. You will support playgroup families with children from birth to 5 years.

Regular tasks for volunteer facilitators include: 
- opening/closing the venue 
- welcoming families 
- organising play experiences for the weekly sessions 
- liaising between playgroup families and Play Matters Australia 
- ensuring the playgroup environment and culture is safe, fun and inclusive. 

Play Matters Australia provides the following volunteer support: 
- Assistance to complete a Working with Children Check 
- Mentoring and guidance from Play Matters staff 
- Access to a digital portal with online training and resources  
- Career development opportunities 
- Statements of Service 

To APPLY for this volunteer position please complete your expression of interest below. 

Closes: 1 February 2026

Volunteer Facilitator (Busy Bees Playgroup)

Mango Hill, Brisbane

Time required: 2-3 hours each Wednesday morning during school terms from 9:00am to 11:30am. 

Busy Bees Playgroup Mango Hill is looking for a new Volunteer Facilitator to coordinate their group on Wednesday mornings. You will work with the other playgroup facilitators and the playgroup families to arrange activities for children 0-5yrs and create a welcoming environment. 

Regular tasks for volunteer facilitators include: 
- opening/closing the venue 
- welcoming families 
- organising play experiences for the weekly sessions 
- liaising between playgroup families and Play Matters Australia 
- ensuring the playgroup environment and culture is safe, fun and inclusive. 

Play Matters Australia provides the following volunteer support: 
- Assistance to complete a Working with Children Check 
- Mentoring and guidance from Play Matters staff 
- Access to a digital portal with online training and resources  
- Career development opportunities 
- Statements of Service 

To APPLY for this volunteer position please complete your expression of interest below. 

Closes: 1 February 2026

Volunteer Facilitator (Sandgate Playgroup)

Sandgate, Brisbane

Time required: 2-3 hours each Thursday during school terms.

Sandgate Playgroup is looking for a new Volunteer Facilitator to help coordinate their group on Thursday mornings. You will work with the other playgroup facilitators and the playgroup families to arrange activities for children 0-5yrs and create a welcoming, fun and safe environment. 

Regular tasks for volunteer facilitators include: 
- opening/closing the venue 
- welcoming families 
- organising play experiences for the weekly sessions 
- liaising between playgroup families and Play Matters Australia 
- ensuring the playgroup environment and culture is safe, fun and inclusive. 

Play Matters Australia provides the following volunteer support: 
- Assistance to complete a Working with Children Check 
- Mentoring and guidance from Play Matters staff 
- Access to a digital portal with online training and resources  
- Career development opportunities 
- Statements of Service 

To APPLY for this volunteer position please complete your expression of interest below. 

Closes: 1 February 2026

Volunteer Facilitator (Pine Rivers Community Playgroup)

Pine Rivers, Brisbane

Time required: 2-3 hours each Tuesday during school terms.

Pine Rivers Playgroup is looking for a new Volunteer Facilitator to help coordinate their group on Tuesday mornings. You will work with the other playgroup facilitators and the playgroup families to arrange activities for children 0-5yrs and create a welcoming, fun and safe environment. 

Regular tasks for volunteer facilitators include: 
- opening/closing the venue 
- welcoming families 
- organising play experiences for the weekly sessions 
- liaising between playgroup families and Play Matters Australia 
- ensuring the playgroup environment and culture is safe, fun and inclusive. 

Play Matters Australia provides the following volunteer support: 
- Assistance to complete a Working with Children Check 
- Mentoring and guidance from Play Matters staff 
- Access to a digital portal with online training and resources  
- Career development opportunities 
- Statements of Service 

To APPLY for this volunteer position please complete your expression of interest below. 

Closes: 1 February 2026

“Volunteers do not necessarily have the time; they have the heart”

Elizabeth Andrew

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