· Permanent Full Time | Part Time (Monday – Wednesday) also available · Basse Office: Campsie · Full Time: 3 days at Campsie 2 Days across Inner Sydney Short Ad Introduction: Join our team and make a difference in the lives of children and families! We are seeking a passionate Social Worker to support families in our supported playgroups, About Us: SDN Children’s Services (SDN) is a for-purpose, not for profit organisation that started in 1905. We’re here to promote and enhance children’s wellbeing, learning and development and we do that for children from birth to their transition to high school through early learning services, children’s therapies and family support programs. We believe that every person and every living thing has inherent worth and is owed respect and care. We commit ourselves to being trustworthy and reliable, inclusive and respectful and creative and innovative. SDN formally acknowledges the unique position of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples as the First Australians and custodians of the land. About The Position: The Early Childhood Teacher will lead the child development and learning component of SDN’s PlayLinks program. You will co-facilitate supported playgroups alongside a Social Worker, design engaging play-based learning experiences, and guide caregivers on strategies to promote children’s development and school readiness. PlayLinks is a Community and Family Support program funded by the Department of Communities and Justice (DCJ), operating in Blacktown, Cumberland, and Parramatta LGAs. The program prioritises families with developmental concerns for their children, early diagnosis support, and those at risk of entering the child protection system. Key Responsibilities: · Co-facilitate supported playgroups across designated LGAs. · Plan and deliver playgroup sessions that provide safe, structured, and engaging play-based learning experiences for children aged 0–5 years. · Design intentional programming aligned with the NSW Early Years Learning Framework and family goals. · Observe children’s developmental progress and provide guidance to caregivers on age-appropriate strategies. · Model positive interactions and play-based approaches to support communication, social skills, and emotional regulation. · Maintain accurate records and contribute to DEX reporting for program accountability. · Collaborate with the Social Worker to integrate child-focused activities with family capacity-building goals. What We’re Looking For: · University qualifications in Early Childhood or relevant discipline. · Demonstrated ability to plan and deliver play-based programs for children aged 0–5 years. · Strong knowledge of child development, early literacy, numeracy, and school readiness. · Commitment to child safety and understanding of child protection practices and legislation. · Experience in coaching caregivers to strengthen play skills and address developmental concerns. · Ability to work with culturally diverse (CALD and Aboriginal) families and communities. · Excellent communication, relationship-building, and networking skills. · Current Working with Children Check (NSW), National Police Check, and driver’s licence. On Offer: On offer to the successful candidate is: · full not-for-profit salary packaging · comprehensive professional development · discounted childcare fees and priority placement for your children · Generous leave entitlements, including 12 days personal/carer's leave, paid parental leave, paid study leave, long service leave after 5 years, and an extra paid leave day between Christmas and New Year (NSW) What it’s like to work with our village SDN Children’s Services is committed to being a child-safe organisation, prioritising the safety and wellbeing of all children and young people. As part of our commitment, successful applicants will undergo thorough screening processes during the recruitment phase. Successful applicants will be subject to relevant pre-employment checks including A Working with Children Check and National Police Check. We encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people and individuals from culturally diverse backgrounds. If you are passionate about working together to create better outcomes for children and families, we would love to hear from you!
