Connecting culture, care, and community for lasting impact.
About the role
This role focuses on supporting First Nations children aged 0–9 with disabilities or developmental delays — empowering their independence, community inclusion, and overall quality of life.
- Build strong, respectful relationships with First Nations families, ensuring their voices and preferences are at the forefront.
- Undertake observations of a child in their natural environment (face to face and/or remotely via video conference, where applicable) to assess their functioning and support needs.
- Support First Nations families in establishing meaningful goals & aspirations for their child and family, and track their progress toward these goals.
- Provide community connections and linkages to mainstream services in the local area to improve children’s access to the right supports and meaningful social participation.
- Work within the framework of the Best Practice Guidelines in Early Intervention.
- This role is based in Western Sydney and involves travelling across the area to engage with families and communities in their own homes.
This is an Identified Position open to Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander applicants only, under Section 14D of the NSW Anti-Discrimination Act 1977.
Benefits and perks
- Flexible Work Options: Open to both part-time and full-time candidates – find the work-life balance that suits you best.
- 5 Weeks Annual Leave: Enjoy generous time off to recharge and maintain balance.
- Wellness Perks: Fitness Passport and a big discount on health & general insurance.
- Perkbox: Access everyday savings, discounts, and wellbeing resources — our way of supporting you beyond the pay packet.
- Salary Packaging: Increase your take-home pay through packaging options, including $15,900 and $2,650 for meals/entertainment.
- Learning and career advancement opportunities, and your contributions will be valued.
How To Apply:
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Please include:
- Your current resume.
- A short cover letter outlining your skills, experience and what interests you about this role.
About You:
- Have experience working with First Nations children and families.
- Understand child development (0–9 years).
- Know and are connected to local First Nations communities.
- Are confident in building community networks and service pathways.
- Can promote a culturally safe and supportive work environment.
- Aboriginality confirmed by a common seal and a reference from an Aboriginal organisation or community group.
- A tertiary qualification in Early Childhood or Allied Health is desirable.
- Understanding of child protection principles and Keep Them Safe.
- Willingness to travel across Western Sydney.
Support strong futures for First Nations children. Join us for a full-time role, you’ll work across Western Sydney to connect families with early supports and deliver culturally empowering programs that build inclusive communities.
Who are we?
The NDIS Partners in the Community Program (PITC) supports the National Disability Insurance Scheme (NDIS) to be implemented locally.
As an NDIA partner, Northcott will deliver the NDIS Early Childhood Approach (ECA) service to local communities in Northern NSW, Mid North Coast, Hunter New England, North Sydney, and Western Sydney. The EC approach supports activities that improve the independence and social participation of children aged 0-9 with developmental delay and/or disability.
Before applying for a role at Northcott, we encourage you to visit our website to learn more about our mission to ensure our values and culture are a good fit for you: Our Story.
This role gives me purpose, growth, and balance—all in one. Explore how your passion can create change: NDIS Early Childhood Approach.
If this sounds like the right fit for you, we’d love to hear from you.
Northcott reviews applications throughout the recruitment process, often before the closing date, and we will advise you of the outcome. For general enquiries about the role, please contact recruitment@northcott.com.au.