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.

Coordinator, Assistant Coordinator & Emerging Leadership Opportunities | Eastern Melbourne

Are you currently working as a Coordinator and looking for your next opportunity in Early Childhood Education? Or are you an experienced Lead Educator, Room Leader, Educational Leader or Diploma Qualified Educator ready to take the next step into leadership?

We're building a talent community of Diploma Qualified Coordinators, Assistant Coordinators and Emerging Leaders for current and upcoming opportunities across Melbourne's Eastern suburbs, including:

The Basin | Boronia | Bayswater | Croydon
Belgrave | The Patch | Gembrook
Pakenham | Bunyip | Officer | Beaconsfield

If you're passionate about supporting educators, leading high-performing teams, creating exceptional outcomes and making a positive impact on the lives of our children and families, we'd love to hear from you.

Who We're Looking For

Experienced Coordinators

You may be seeking:

• A fresh career challenge
• A supportive leadership environment
• Greater career progression opportunities
• A service where quality and culture are genuinely valued
• Competitive remuneration that reflects your experience

Emerging Leaders

You may currently be a:

• Lead Educator
• Room Leader
• Educational Leader
• Diploma Qualified Educator

And be ready to:

• Take the next step in your career
• Develop your leadership capability
• Mentor and support other educators
• Gain experience in service operations and team leadership
• Progress into a Coordinator role with ongoing support and development

If you're ready to expand your impact beyond the room, we'd love to connect with you.

Why Join Us?

We know that great leaders create great teams. That's why we provide our Coordinators and future leaders with the support, resources and professional development they need to thrive.

Our services offer:

• Competitive salaries and benefits
• Streamlined administrative processes
• Dedicated non-contact planning and leadership time
• Professional development and leadership training opportunities
• Clear career progression pathways
• Supportive operational and leadership teams
• Strong, collaborative team cultures
• Opportunities across a range of locations throughout Melbourne's Eastern suburbs

We'd Love to Hear From You If You:

• Hold or, are actively working towards a Diploma in Early Childhood Education and Care (or higher)
• Are passionate about leading, mentoring and supporting others
• Are committed to delivering high-quality education and care
• Want to continue growing your career in the Early Childhood sector
• Are interested in current or future leadership opportunities

Whether you're an experienced Coordinator looking for your next challenge or an emerging leader ready to step into your first leadership role, we'd love to start the conversation.

Submit your Expression of Interest today and discover where your Early Childhood leadership journey could take you next.

For more information about life at JAG, visit our Careers website 

• A natural leader who enjoys guiding a team and helping others grow
• Hold or be willing to obtain a national police check (which we will cover!)
• State working-with-children check
• Australian working rights
• National Child Safety Training completion prior to onboarding (via Gecko)  
• VIC Diploma-Level - Working towards or completed a relevant qualification to work as a Diploma-level Educator in VIC in accordance with ACECQA

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.