Company Description
Partnering with parents and school communities, at Junior Adventures Group (JAG) our goal is to help today’s children navigate their tomorrow by supporting children's development through play in fun, engaging environments. We live and breathe our company values every day by being considerate, passionate, courageous, and making a difference.
Job Description
Somerville House OSHClub is seeking an inspiring and motivated OSHC Coordinator to join our growing service. This is an exciting opportunity to step into a key leadership role in a highly regarded private all-girls school. You’ll shape culture, drive quality, and make a genuine difference in the lives of children and your team.
Why JAG?
At Junior Adventures Group, we don’t just offer jobs — we build careers and support leaders.
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Competitive Salary – Up to $42 per hour including allowances
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Coordinator Loyalty Program – Enjoy $1,250 in retention bonuses during your first year as a thank-you for your commitment.
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Employee Referral Rewards – Earn up to $1,000 cash for each successful referral—share the opportunity and get rewarded.
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Generous childcare savings – Access 50% off childcare fees in addition to government subsidies
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Extra earning power – We’re approved for the ECEC Grant, giving you an additional boost.
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Accelerated career growth – Gain access to ongoing professional development, tailored leadership training, and dedicated mentorship to help you excel and advance confidently.
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Guaranteed interview – When you apply, we’ll fast-track you straight to an interview—no waiting, no wondering.
About Somerville House
Somerville House offers a unique opportunity to lead an OSHC service within a highly regarded all-girls private school, where children’s wellbeing and quality education are at the heart of the community. Licensed for 60 children, with exciting opportunities for growth, the service benefits from strong partnerships with the school, creating a seamless and supportive experience for children and families. With two dedicated OSHC rooms and access to a shared outdoor space, you'll have the resources and environment to deliver a high-quality, engaging program.
Your Schedule
This is a permanent, full-time role, working across split shifts, Monday to Friday, including 8 hours of dedicated non‑contact administrative time to support your success.
Service hours include:
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Rise Then Shine: 6:30am – 9:00am
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Stay and Play: 2:30pm – 6:15pm
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School Holidays: Block shifts between 6:30am – 6:00pm
About your new role
As a Coordinator, you’ll be leading a team of passionate Educators and overseeing an engaging before- and after-school program for children aged 5-12 years. This role is all about leadership:
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Design and lead a vibrant, child‑centred program, filled with engaging experiences such as STEM, sport, cooking, arts and crafts.
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Take ownership of rosters, daily operations, compliance, and administration, with time allocated to do this well.
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Build a positive, inclusive team culture where Educators feel supported, motivated, and proud of the program they deliver.
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Partner with families, the school community, and internal stakeholders to ensure the service continues to grow and thrive.
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Be supported by experienced Regional Managers and a dedicated Support Office so you’re never doing it alone.
Qualifications
If you have a passion for supporting children, we’d love to hear from you! Here’s what we’re looking for:
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Achieved or working towards Diploma qualification in a relevant field, or at least two years of full-time study towards an ACECQA-approved qualification
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Proven experience in a leadership role and in OSHC
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National Child Safety Training completion prior to onboarding (via Gecko)
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A natural leader who enjoys guiding a team and helping others grow.
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Strong communication skills—you’ll be leading by example!
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A team player who inspires others and encourages growth.
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You have (or are willing to obtain) a National Police Check and Working with Children Check.
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Australian work rights.
Additional Information
At Junior Adventures Group, child safety and child safeguarding principles are our top priorities. Our recruitment process includes thorough background checks and screenings to ensure the wellbeing of all children in our care.
We welcome individuals from all backgrounds, abilities, and identities, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people.
