About Us:

At Play Matters Australia, our purpose is to enrich lives through the power of connection and play. We champion values of collaboration, Inclusivity, creativity and fun, as well as accountability and contemporary practice. Our ethos recognises parents and caregivers as a child’s first teacher, a principle that is deeply embedded in all our programs.

We invite you to join us in our commitment to creating playful and nurturing environments where all children can thrive.

Your New Role:

Part-time fixed term role based in Yarrabah. This role offers 8 hours per fortnight from April 2025 until June 2026 during State School terms in the Yarrabah region.

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, develop session materials and make a difference in families lives.
• 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.
• Connect parents and carers with other services for support.

What We Offer:

• Cultural leave
• EAP support including an Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander support line
• Flexible working arrangements
• Supportive workplace environment
• Milestone celebrations
• Superannuation salary sacrifice
• Purchased leave
• Discounts at selected stores

About You:

• Genuine passion for supporting families with young children in a non-judgmental and empathetic way.
• Genuine interest in the early years and community work.
• Holding or being eligible to hold a Working with Children Check is mandatory.
• Qualifications and/or relevant experience in early childhood, childcare, community development, disability or family support.
• 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.
• Strong connections to the Yarrabah community is desirable.

Diversity, Equity, Inclusion and Belonging Statement

At Play Matters Australia, we are committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace. As part of our core values, we embrace inclusivity and actively uphold our Reconciliation Action Plan through a dedicated working group. We strive to ensure that every team member feels valued, respected, and supported. We have also introduced cultural leave to honour and recognise the diverse cultural backgrounds of our employees. We encourage applicants from all backgrounds, identities, and communities to join us in making a positive impact on the lives of children and families.

Applicants from Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander backgrounds are strongly encouraged to apply.

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.

Commitment to Child Safety:

We have zero tolerance for child abuse. Our robust human resources, recruitment and vetting practices are strictly adhered to during the application and interviewing process. Applicants should be mindful that we carry out working with children and reference checks to ensure that we are recruiting the right people.

How to Apply:

• Even if you don't meet all the criteria, we encourage you to apply if you have a genuine passion for working with families. Your enthusiasm and dedication are just as important to us!
• Submit your resume and a cover letter via Seek addressing the role outlined above by 20 March 2025.
• Email questions to Paula Castle, Regional Manager - Far North Queensland via [email protected].