Early Years Support Worker (Identified) - Toowoomba

About the Position

We are excited to welcome a part-time Early Years Support Worker to our Pathways for Early Learning and Development (PELD) team in Toowoomba. In this rewarding role, you'll work alongside children and families during the critical early years, helping build strong relationships, confidence and foundations for lifelong learning and wellbeing. Through home visits, play-based learning and family-centred support, you'll empower caregivers and help children thrive in their everyday environments.

• Level 3 SCHCADS Award.
• Salary range: $80,009 - $85,799 (pro-rata) + Superannuation.
• Part-time [0.6FTE], maximum term contract opportunity until 31 March 2027 with possible extension.
• It is a genuine occupational requirement that applicants are Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander peoples.

Key Responsibilities:

• Support children's early development by delivering relationship-based, developmentally informed interventions tailored to each child's strengths and needs.
• Empower families to succeed through coaching, modelling and practical strategies that strengthen parent-child relationships and everyday learning opportunities.
• Create meaningful impact by facilitating inclusive play-based experiences that promote children's wellbeing, belonging and development.
• Collaborate for better outcomes by working with families and multidisciplinary partners to deliver coordinated, child-centred support.

Please read the full position description for more information.

About You

• Certificate or diploma in Early Childhood, Community Servies or a similar vocational qualification is desirable.
• Experience providing intervention and support services to families, caregivers, young people and children.
• Understanding of early childhood development impacts of trauma, and support required for children with additional needs and engaging them in an educational setting.
• Eligibility to work in Australia (proof of eligibility required), including holding or obtaining required checks (Working with Children Check or professional exemption).
• Current driver’s licence.
• Willingness of a respected Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander cultural referee to vouch for your appropriateness for this role.

About Act for Kids

Act for Kids is a for-purpose organisation that delivers evidence-based support services to children and families who have experienced or are at risk of harm. Our teams are at the heart of everything we do, and we are united by a single purpose to help keep kids safe, heal from trauma and lead happy lives and thrive.

You will have access to:

• Three (3) days per annum of Cultural Leave for Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander team members.
• Cultural supervision provided by another First Nations team member.
• Yarning circles with other Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander team members at Act for Kids.
• Salary packaging up to $15,900 tax free + an additional $2,650 for meals/entertainment.
• Extra leave, including wellbeing days, study, exam, and pet leave.
• Fitness Passport including discounted fitness memberships to a range of facilities for you and your family.
• Access to our Employee Assistance Program including 24/7 counselling and wellbeing portals, including a dedicated First Nations hotline.
• Ongoing professional development through our annual PD fund and structured support, including opportunities for cultural development that supports career pathways.
• Strong governance structures including RAP working groups to be involved with.
• Flexible work arrangements and a team that truly values what you bring.

Make a difference every day in a values-led organisation. We’re more than just a workplace—we’re a community built on shared values: Professional, Ethical, Caring, Courageous, and Collaborative. We’re proud to be recognised for our commitment to inclusion as Inclusive Employer 2023–24 and 2025–26 by the Diversity Council Australia.

How to Apply

Click on ‘Apply Now’ to submit your application. Applications will be reviewed as received, therefore, please apply as soon as possible before the closing date.

Please include:

• Resume
• Cover letter addressing the key responsibilities of the role.

If you require any adjustments or support to participate in the recruitment process equitably, we encourage you to reach out to the contact person below. Your information will be treated confidentially.

If you identify as Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander peoples, then we want to hear from you. Act for Kids recognises and values cultural knowledge and wisdom of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities, we therefore strongly encourage you to apply. We are strongly committed to practicing cultural humility in our workplace. Learn about our RAP commitments in the Act for Kids Innovate Reconciliation Action Plan (RAP) 2025-2027.

Contact

For more information, please contact Caterina Schulz (Program Manager): 07 •••• •444 or caterina.schulz@actforkids.com.au.

Closing Date: 04 September 2026