Overview Our play-centred program, Play2Learn, has supported young children across Australia to develop social skills, independence and capacity to learn. In Katherine, you will provide children with a quality early childhood education experience to support their learning appetite and smooth transition into school. 54 reasons is Australia’s leading child rights organisation – a not-for-profit with a strong focus on child well-being. We are proudly part of the Save the Children Australia Group and work to meet children’s rights in diverse settings.

With the child’s voice at the centre, we provide quality services to children and their caregivers across states, territories and communities, from programs to support services.

Responsibilities - Planning and facilitating weekly playgroup sessions

- Finding creative ways to engage families with our support programs and services
- Identifying and addressing physical, social/emotional, and educational needs
- Providing support and information to parents on developmental issues and making appropriate referrals to other health, education, and welfare agencies
- Supporting process monitoring, data collection, and reporting Qualifications - Qualification in Early Childhood Education preferred (minimum Certificate III is strongly preferred), or significant equivalent experience
- Experience working with children 0–6 years and families in a group setting
- Knowledge and understanding of the Early Years Learning Framework




- Prior experience working with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander and/or CALD communities is preferred
- Competency in the use of Microsoft Office programs and ability to use databases Benefits - Award rate salary (currently Level 3.1 - $40.49 per hour) plus full salary packaging benefits
- Remote Benefits - generous annual remote location allowance paid on top of base salary, flight benefit plus 5 weeks’ annual leave
- Health and wellbeing support, including EAP and professional supervision, plus internal networks to support a diverse workforce
- Individual learning plans to assist in career development
- Inclusive culture that values diversity and supports you to bring your whole self to work Follow this link for the full list of our employee benefits.

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Application Close: Sunday 2nd August 2026. Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis as they come in, so don’t delay in applying! We strongly encourage Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander candidates to apply.

Position Description: Child Development Worker – Play2Learn Katherine Program Description: Program Profile For more information about this position, please contact Jenn Burks at [email protected] or visit our Careers Page. Save the Children Australia is committed to a safe working environment and child safeguarding. Employees may be required to undergo background checks and sign our safeguarding policies.

📌 Child Development Worker - Play2Learn (Katherine)
🏢 Save the Children Australia
📍 Katherine