Child and Family Practitioner

Job Category: Community Services and Development,Education, Childcare & Training,Voluntary, Charity & Social Work

Micah Projects

is a community based not-for-profit organisation with a vision to create justice and respond to injustice at the personal, social, and structural levels in church, government, business, and society. We believe that every child and adult has the right to a home, an income, healthcare, education, safety, dignity, and connection with their community of choice. Micah Projects provides a range of support and advocacy services to individuals and families.

Job Description Are you ready to make a difference that lasts a lifetime?

Wellspring Children and Families Hub is part of a network of services that aims to provide opportunities and resources to parents and their children. The Hub has specific strategies to support children from birth to 5 years old and their parents who are experiencing crisis such as domestic and family violence, and homelessness, health and other social issues where dedicated service to children will assist the family through adversity. The hub provides resources to parents and their children through a network of services including

Micah Projects Support Services

Refuges, specialist Women’s services

Family Support services

Child Health Nurses and specialist developmental professions

The Early Years Team will operate our services 5 days per week, including a 3 day per week limited hours (9am -3pm) early learning program, onsite at the Wellspring Children & Families Hub and outreach a supportive playgroup model for families and children engaged with Micah Projects.

The Early Years Program is a new initiative which is set to make a positive impact on children’s lives.

Permanent full time employment opportunityat Level 3 of the SCHADS Award.

Work within a team of 4, a Program Lead and 3 child and family practitioners (Educators) in operating our centre 3 days per week, alongside offering a supportive playgroup for families (1 day) and outreach support to families

Help shape the future of children who are currently impacted by the adverse effects of homelessness and DFV

As one of our experienced Child & Family Practitioners (Educators), you'll play a key role in guiding and inspiring children's learning and development, helping them grow into curious, capable, and confident lifelong learners! Bring your creativity, passion, and love for education to our team! Together, we’ll create a therapeutic, supportive, and engaging play-based learning environment that fosters a lifelong love of learning for children, supports families, and strengthens our community.

Desired Skills and Experience Key Responsibilities:

Support the Early Years Program lead and Hub Coordinator to create a safe and stimulating environment for children attending the centre

Support the planning and implement therapeutic programs for the physical, social, emotional and cognitive needs of children in the centre

Maintain the centre, and all equipment in a standard that complies with all current regulations

Work collaboratively with families, other staff, organisations and community to ensure positive outcomes for children of vulnerable families

What you’ll bring

Whether you’re an experienced early childhood professional, if you’re energetic, fun and committed to guiding children’s early learning and development, we are building a dynamic team.

To thrive and succeed in this role, you will have:

A Certificate III or Diploma in Children Early Education and Care as recognised by ACECQA with a minimum three years of experience

Applicants with a Certificate III and at least two years’ experience will also be considered

A strong understanding of the NQF, EYLF and QKLG

First Aid, CPR and Asthma and Anaphylaxis certification.

Valid Blue Card or Exemption Card.

A Police Check current within three months (or willingness to obtain one).

The desire to work harmoniously as part of a collaborative team

Excellent verbal and written communication skills

More information about the role and to learn more about the key selection criteria, select the link to the

Position Description .

In SEEK, click on Apply Now to access the Position Description through our careers page.

For more information, please email

hr@micahprojects.org.au .

Benefits of working at Micah Projects

Join a well-recognised multidisciplinary organisation;

Salary Packaging

option up to $15,899, increasing your take home pay (additional meals and entertainment card option up to $2,650);

Access to discounted fitness facilities through

Fitness Passport for you and your family;

Access to free and confidential

Employee Assistance Program;

Ongoing professional development opportunities, including further training, so you can broaden your horizons and sharpen your skillset during your time with us;

Access to other employee benefits, including

Portable Long Service Leave (QLeave ), supply of uniforms, and Flare benefits.

How to Apply: If you believe that you have interest, passion, and desire to make a difference in people’s lives, please click on apply.

Please supply a Resume/CV and a covering letter/email addressing the Key Responsibilities and Essential Criteria (maximum of 2 pages), along with any other relevant documentation.

While the deadline to receive applications is

Tuesday 17 March 2026 , applications will be assessed with interviews being conducted as they are received so do not delay in applying!

Micah Projects is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We value diversity and encourage applications from people of all abilities and life experiences. We also encourage Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people and those from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds to apply.

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