Early Years Specialist

Each; Canterbury-Bankstown; On-site; AUD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Salary packaging up to $18,550

Hybrid working

Employee assistance program

No billable hours

Job summary

Each in Bankstown, NSW, seeks an occupational therapist or speech pathologist to support children and families through NDIA Early Childhood approaches, applying evidence‑informed practice to help kids reach their goals. This full‑time, max‑term role offers hybrid working, a competitive salary plus super and salary packaging up to $18,550, plus a confidential EAP and flexible days in the office.

You will document progress in the NDIA system, partner with families and carers, and guide families

Qualifications

• Tertiary qualification in OT or Speech Pathology.
• Current professional registration (AHPRA OT) or SPA membership.
• Strong knowledge of child development and developmental delays.

Responsibilities

• Deliver supports with families using evidence-based practices.
• Tailor options using assessments and child development knowledge.
• Coach families and professionals to build skills for home and community.
• Connect families with community resources to support inclusion.
• Maintain accurate records of progress and goals in the NDIA system.
• Guide families through NDIA journey including funding processes.

Skills

Child development knowledge

Evidence-informed practice

Coaching families

Education

Tertiary qualification in Occupational Therapy or Speech Pathology

Tools

NDIA system

Job description

Company Description

For over 50 years, Each has stood beside individuals and communities, helping people live healthier, more fulfilling lives. We put people at the heart of everything we do, surrounding them with a network of care and support that empowers individuals to thrive. Join us and be part of a team that delivers Altogether Better Care—because when we come together, we create brighter futures for all.

Job Details

• Based in Bankstown, on the lands of the Dharug Peoples; community outreach & hybrid working conditions
• Full‑time, max‑term until March 2027
• Competitive salary + super + salary packaging up to $18,550
• No billable hours

Key Responsibilities

• Deliver supports in partnership with families to help them achieve their goals, using evidence‑informed best practice
• Use assessments, observations, and child development knowledge to tailor support options for each child and family
• Empower families, caregivers, and professionals, building their skills and confidence through coaching in everyday environments
• Connect children and families with their community to support inclusion and meaningful participation
• Maintain thorough and accurate records of conversations, developmental progress, and goals within the NDIA business system
• Guide families through the NDIS journey, including application, implementation, and funding processes

Qualifications

• A tertiary qualification in Occupational Therapy or Speech Pathology
• Current AHPRA registration (OT) or Speech Pathology Australia (SPA) membership
• Expert knowledge of child development with the ability to identify developmental concerns
• A proven track record supporting children and families with developmental delays and disabilities, including practical strategies for use at home and in other settings
• Comprehensive knowledge of the NDIS Early Childhood Approach, early childhood intervention best‑practice principles, and the National Disability Insurance Scheme (NDIS)

Benefits

• Diversity & belonging – valuing all backgrounds, abilities, and identities and committing to cultural safety
• Supportive team culture – autonomy over work calendar; ongoing collaboration, professional development, and regular key worker meetings
• Boost your take‑home pay – not‑for‑profit salary packaging (up to $15,900 tax‑free per year) plus an extra $2,650 tax‑free for meals and entertainment
• Free, confidential support – employee assistance program available for you and your family
• No billable hours – focus on quality support
• Employee benefits – Maxxia salary packaging customers enjoy cashback from over 400 retailers including supermarkets, cinemas, travel, clothing retailers
• Flexible working – after full training and caseload, opportunity to work from home, in the community and agreed days in the office
• Fitness passport – discounted access to hundreds of gyms, pools and fitness facilities nationwide

Inclusion & Equal Opportunity

At Each, inclusion is at the heart of how we work, connect and care. We’re committed to a workplace where everyone feels safe, respected and able to be themselves. We celebrate diversity in all its forms, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, LGBTIQA+ communities, people with disability, people from diverse cultural and faith backgrounds, people with lived or living experience and people of all ages and genders. Each is a child‑safe organisation with zero tolerance for child abuse and is committed to protecting the safety and wellbeing of all children and young people.