Practice Leader, Child Safety & Wellbeing — Lead with Purpose

Tasmania Government; Tasmania; On-site; AUD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Permanent appointment

Full‑time 76 hours per fortnight

Professional development allowance

Career progression pathways

Fitness Passport

Wellbeing Connect

Job summary

Tasmanian Government is seeking a Practice Leader to guide the Advice and Referral Line, a central contact for families seeking information and support. You will lead, support, and model high standards for Child Safety and Wellbeing staff, ensuring responsive, compassionate service delivery.

Permanent, full‑time position with 76 hours per fortnight, offering development allowances and clear career progression within the Department for Education, Children and Young People.

Qualifications

• Current Tasmanian Registration to Work with Vulnerable People (RWVP).
• AQF Level 7 qualification (or higher) or Bachelor Degree or AQF Level 5/6 qualification with relevant experience.
• Current Driver’s Licence.
• Pre-employment checks required by Head of State Service.
• Disciplinary actions in previous employment checks.
• Identification check.

Responsibilities

• Lead, support, encourage and represent Child Safety and Wellbeing Workers in day‑to‑day service delivery to children, young people, parents and carers.
• Act as a role model for the team and broader service, demonstrating leadership and support.
• Contribute to safe, brighter futures for Tasmanian children, families and communities.

Education

AQF Level 7 qualification (or higher) approved by professional body; or Bachelor Degree in a relevant discipline; or Associate Degree/Advanced Diploma/Diploma (AQF Level 5 or 6) in a relevant discipline

Job description

Tasmanian Government is seeking a Practice Leader to guide the Advice and Referral Line, a central contact for families seeking information and support. You will lead, support, and model high standards for Child Safety and Wellbeing staff, ensuring responsive, compassionate service delivery.

Permanent, full‑time position with 76 hours per fortnight, offering development allowances and clear career progression within the Department for Education, Children and Young People.