Youth and Children's Programs Officer (Casual)

Youth and Children’s Programs Officer

• Build your experience while working flexibly around your lifestyle and commitments

• Support fun, safe and inclusive programs for children, young people and families

• $49.74 per hour (inclusive of a 25% casual loading) plus Super

Looking for casual work where you can make a real difference? Join our Youth and Children’s Programs team and help deliver fun, safe and inclusive activities for children, young people and families across Boroondara.

You’ll work in places like Kew Traffic School, the Boroondara Youth Hub and local community spaces, supporting programs that help young people learn, connect and get involved.

Shifts are available across a range of programs, events and community activities throughout the year, with opportunities during weekdays, evenings, school holidays and occasional weekends.

About the role

In this role, you’ll help plan and run educational, recreational and community activities that are engaging, accessible and child safe.

You’ll work with Council teams, schools, community groups, families and local services to create positive experiences and connect people with programs and support.

About you

You’re friendly, reliable and interested in working with children and young people. You may have experience through study, work, volunteering, teaching, sport, camps, childcare, youth programs or community activities.

You communicate well, stay organised and enjoy working in a team. You’re committed to inclusion, child safety and respectful behaviour, and can work flexible hours including evenings, weekends and school holidays when needed.

Key responsibilities

Help set up, deliver and pack down activities, programs and events for children, young people and families.

Welcome participants and support children, young people and families to engage in programs, activities and opportunities. Build positive relationships with young people, families, schools, community organisations and Council staff.

Follow Council procedures and support a safe, inclusive and respectful environment for everyone.

Why join us

At Boroondara, you’ll join a supportive team, gain hands-on experience and contribute to programs that matter to local children, young people and families.

Benefits

You’ll be part of an inclusive workplace with flexible work options, wellbeing support, learning opportunities and a team that values your ideas.

If you want to know more about the benefits of working for the City of Boroondara, please visit our Careers Website.

Employment Requirements

• Experience, study or a demonstrated interest in working with children, young people, families or community programs.

• Availability to work flexible hours, including evenings, weekends and school holiday periods when required.

• Applicants must have the right to work in Australia.

• Preferred applicants will be required to undergo a National Police Record Check and hold a valid Working with Children Clearance.

How to apply

If you are ready to take on this rewarding role, we would love to hear from you. Please submit your application, including a resume and a cover letter addressing the key selection criteria, online via the ‘Apply’ button. Applications close on Tuesday 25 August 2026 at 11:59pm.

All applications must be made via the online portal; no applications direct to the hiring manager will be considered. No calls or applications from agencies please.

For any further information please refer to the Position Description, or contact Ben Breslin (Youth Development Lead) during business hours on (03) •••• •822 for a confidential discussion.