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
Hawthorne Child and Family Hub includes a licenced fee-free therapeutic occasional childcare service for children birth to five years of age whose parents are engaged with support and advocacy services to address their current circumstances. Evidence demonstrates that provision of safe, supportive early childhood services whilst experiencing or witnessing trauma can mitigate the impact of trauma on the child’s development. The Hawthorne Child and Family Hub facilitates and supports the delivery of visiting services and clinics and targeted early childhood groups and parenting groups.
The Early Years Program is a new initiative which is set to make a positive impact on children’s lives.
Permanent full time employment opportunity at 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
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.
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 Friday 12 December 2025, 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.
