Overview
Hello, we're The Y WA, and we're excited to invite you to join our diverse and inclusive Child & Parent Centre team in South Hedland. You'll be joining us in a full-time, fixed-term role through to June 30, 2028, with the possibility of part-time options available as well. As our playgroup assistant you'll play a key role in creating welcoming, engaging, and supportive experiences for children and families. This role is all about bringing fun, learning, and connection to life through playgroup activities, community programs, and crèche support; making a real difference in the early years of children's development while supporting parents and carers to engage meaningfully with their little ones.
Benefits
* You'll be earning $67,431 – 73,573 + 12% Super per annum (pro-rata)
* Plus $5.81 p/h Remote Allowance (up to $11,329.5 per yr)
* Enjoy a part-time role (30 hrs p/w approx) that's likely to work around your schedule
* Plus, Salary Packaging Remote Area Benefits (Incl claiming your rent / mortgage / utility bills & more)
* Generous corporate healthcare discounts (up to 8%)
* Genuine mentorship, training, and professional support
* Discounted childcare up to 70% per day
* Buy a NEW CAR & save on tax (Novated Leasing on offer)
* Work for a WA based Non-For-Profit making a real difference in our local community with unwavering focus and commitment to safeguarding children
What you'll be doing
As our Playgroup Assistant, you'll be hands-on in creating a fun, safe, and welcoming environment for children and families. You'll plan and run engaging playgroup activities, including Play in the Park sessions and occasional crèche support, while encouraging parents to join in and role model positive interactions with their children. Part of your role will include keeping accurate records and reports, maintaining playgroup equipment, and ensuring the space is clean, safe, and stimulating in line with the Early Years Learning Framework and National Quality Standards. You'll also play an active role in keeping the environment hazard-free, following YMCA WA health and safety policies, and working closely with the Play at the Park Coordinator as well as other community stakeholders. Alongside this, you'll be encouraged to take part in professional development, and of course, lend a hand with any other duties needed to support our team and families.
Qualifications and experience
* Have current National Police Clearance and Working With Children Check, or willingness to obtain
* Have experience delivering engaging activities for families with young children
* Have background in program development and implementation
* Have strong communication and interpersonal skills
* Are confident with basic computer skills and record-keeping
* Have effective time management with the ability to prioritise tasks and work independently
* Have Certificate III in Children's Services (or relevant experience) – desirable
* Have previous community-based experience – desirable
If you've worked with & enjoy engaging with culturally diverse children including Aboriginal & Torres Strait Islanders, we would welcome your application
Additional information
Our latest survey results At the Y WA, we thrive on feedback and deeply value our people's insights that drive positive change. With 9% growth inemployeeengagement over the past 12 months, our latest survey shows that our peoplelove our open communication, recognition and the genuine care we provide for their wellbeing. They take pride in knowing their efforts impact our goals and make a real difference in the lives of children and young people. Join us and be part of a team that makes a lasting impact.
How to apply
Click on the "Apply" button below to submit your application. Please submit a cover letter and CV with your application. For the full job descriptions click on the PDF file on the attachment links below. Should you require any further information please email Alaa Salim **********@ymcawa.org.au
Closing date
Closing date: 17/02/2026
We may start interviews before the closing date.
Screening and safeguarding
At the Y, we are committed to empowering all Children and Young People to feel safe and be safe, at the Y, in their families and in their communities. As such, we ensure that all of our candidates are appropriately screened (including police checks) to make sure that the right people are in the right roles.
To learn more about our screening processes, click here to view our Safeguarding Children and Young People Policy:
The Y WA kindly requests no unsolicited resumes or approaches from recruitment agencies or third parties.
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