Volunteer with us!

It takes a village to raise a child, and it takes a village to run a playgroup. The hard working Mothers on the committee need more people to help us keep things running. 

Please look at our volunteering opportunities below. If you don’t have the time to do those roles, you can help in other ways, like starting your own playgroup, or letting us know if you have any ideas you want to implement. It could be an exercise class, rhyme time, a fun day, a messy play session. We keep our fees low by relying on members to contribute and your ideas and time would be welcome. Please email us at stkildaplaygroup@gmail.com with any ideas or ways to help.

It’s a great way to meet new parents and playmates as well as boosting your resume.

Also, any volunteer work you do goes towards your free childcare subsidy.

(Time you volunteer for us could be lodged as activity to Centrelink which will increase your CCS %, especially if you are not working.)

All positions are voluntary (not paid).

VOLUNTEERING OPPORTUNITIES

Co-President

Voluntary role.

This role would suit someone who is good with people, good with diplomacy, and who can use their own initiative. They should be able to use computers and learn new systems. The role requires them to book in new groups, give customer service, and update the website and contact lists. Training will be given, so give it a go!

PERKS:

Hours that will count towards your free childcare subsidy.

Free weekend hire for your own use only.

You and your children can join us on our annual volunteer fun day paid for by SKPG.

ST KILDA PLAYGROUP  

Co-President Role – Responsibilities  

TASK	FREQUENCY
Maintain and mentor Port Phillip Council contact with key representatives to ensure the SKPG is up to date with the latest information.	10-20 minutes a week.
Maintain and update session timetables, including issuing new slots, closure of groups and occasional mergers. This includes calls, emails, texts and ad-hoc meetings with members to discuss requirements/concerns.	2 hours a month, sometimes more or less.
Maintain Group contacts list and ensure up to date for Committee members to view/amend.	2 hours a month
Attend committee meetings and arrange Port Phillip Council meetings, including general SKPG commitments as they arise.	Approx quarterly
Support Committee members in dispute resolution.	As required - Doesn’t happen very often.
Represent SKPG outside playgroup, promote.	As required, depending on how much time you have.
Maintain WhatsApp Group Contacts broadcast list. Provide regular posts.	As required
Maintain stkildaplaygroup@gmail.com inbox, reply to all emails and requests.	Daily check
Maintain WhatsApp SKPG mgmt Committee broadcast list. Keep informed with regular posts, scheduling ad-hoc teleconference calls, or emails to discuss issues at the time.	As required
Assist with the planning and organisation of scheduled activities, including the annual party for all members and their families. This includes set up/down, catering, seeking donations and any task required.	Annually for Christmas party and any extras throughout the year you can manage.
Organise and prepare AGM and annual reporting to Council.	Annually
Keep regular contact with the Treasurer to ensure Committee momentum is maintained.	As required

Overall time commitment: on average half a day per week.

Co-President Responsibilities_2025.docx.pdf

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Facility Manager

Voluntary role.

This role would suit someone who often attends playgroup and has an eye for safety and keeping things in order. They would be responsible for purchasing tea, coffee, paper towels, and keeping an eye on the venue.

PERKS:

Hours that will count towards your free childcare subsidy.

Free weekend hire for your own use only.

You and your children can join us on our annual volunteer fun day paid for by SKPG.

TASK	FREQUENCY
Monitoring the playgroup rooms to identify general needs. This includes ensuring that the cupboards remain organised and tidy, reporting maintenance requests through the correct channels.	30mins every week.
Put broken toys away and purchase  new toys/equipment/furniture with committee approval.	1 hr per month
Complete a safety walk of the venue, and fill in our safety checklist.	Quarterly: 15mins
Manage lost property	Quarterly: 1 hr
Attend committee meetings.	As required - not often
Assist with the planning and organisation of the AGM.	Annually
Possibility of learning Secretary duties to undertake when they are away, if skillset allows.	As required
Implement any ideas you may have for the playgroup. This can include parties, fun days, craft sessions, and fundraising ideas.	Optional: As required
Assist with the planning and organisation of scheduled activities, including the annual party for all members and their families. This includes set up/down, catering, seeking donations and any task required.	Optional: As required

Overall time commitment: 4 hours per month. 

Facilities and Safety Officer Responsibilities_2025.docx.pdf

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Weekend Bookings Co-Ordinator

Voluntary role for 2x people to share this role.

This role would suit people who are computer literate, with good customer service, and have an eye for detail. We need someone to take charge of our weekend party hire, including admin, contacting hirers, and updating the website.

PERKS:

Hours that will count towards your free childcare subsidy.

Free weekend hire for your own use only.

You and your children can join us on our annual volunteer fun day paid for by SKPG.

Download the job description for more details.

SKPG Weekend Bookings Co-Ordinator Responsibilities 2025.docx.pdf

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HOW TO APPLY

To apply for these roles please email us at stkildaplaygroup@gmail.com  to let us know you are interested. One of us will have a chat with you to see if it would suit you.