Expression of Interest - First Nations Opportunities

Join Us in Creating a Better Future

At Uniting NSW.ACT, we’re here to do more than deliver services; we’re here to inspire people, enliven communities, and confront injustice. Our work spans social justice advocacy, community services, and spiritual care, all grounded in a deep commitment to people and community.

First Nations people, culture, and community sit at the heart of everything we do. We are committed to walking alongside Mob - strengthening culture, supporting self-determination, and working to change systems so our communities, families and children can thrive now and into the future.

What “Create a Better Future” Means at Uniting

We’re one of the largest not-for-profit providers of community services across NSW and the ACT, supporting people at every stage of life; from early learning and disability support to aged care and mental health.

For First Nations people and communities, creating a better future means:

• Elevating First Nations voices and priorities through innovation, advocacy, and research
• Building genuine, respectful partnerships that support place-based, First Nations-led solutions

For you, it means:

• Meaningful, sustainable career pathways that grow your skills and experiences
• A culturally safe, responsive, and empowering workplace

For Uniting, it means:

• Strong leadership, governance, and accountability to First Nations people and communities
• A long-term commitment to shared ownership, embedding First Nations voices in decision-making, and continuously learning and improving

Opportunities Available

We’re currently welcoming expressions of interest across a range of roles, including:

• Aged care nurses and carers
• Early learning educators and centre managers
• Disability support workers
• Caseworkers, counsellors, and social workers
• Corporate roles in IT, People & Culture, Finance, and more
• Student placements across key service areas

Wherever you are in your career journey, there’s a place for you at Uniting.

What We Offer

We care about supporting you, both professionally and personally. Our benefits include:

• Salary packaging up to $18,550
• 14 weeks of paid parental leave
• Career pathways, mentoring, and leadership programs
• Become a part of our Ngumbadal Network – our internal First Nations Employee Network
• Employee Assistance Program and wellbeing support
• Fitness Passport and discounts with Bupa, Woolworths, Coles, Ampol and more
• ‘With Heart’ staff recognition program

As a registered training organisation, we can also support you to build new skills and take your next career step - all within Uniting

What next?

Please click the Apply button to register your interest in working at Uniting.  If you would like to further chat about roles at Uniting, please contact Belinda Condon ••••@uniting.org

At Uniting, we welcome and celebrate everyone regardless of lifestyle, ethnicity, faith, sexual orientation, and gender identity and proudly create a safe and inclusive environment for staff and clients. 

Employment with Uniting is subject to satisfactory background checks which may include a national police check, reference checks, working with children checks, and NDIS checks.

Who is Uniting?
Uniting NSW.ACT contributes to the work and mission of the Uniting Church in NSW and the ACT through social justice advocacy, community services and spiritual care. We provide care and support for people through all ages and stages of life, with a focus on people experiencing disadvantage and vulnerability. Our purpose is to inspire people, enliven communities and confront injustice.

Uniting is a Child Safe Organisation committed to promoting the safety, wellbeing and inclusion of children and young people.

Empowered by diversity
At Uniting, inclusion isn’t just something we value – it’s how we work. Our culture and practice reflect the vibrant diversity of our colleagues, and the clients and communities we serve.