Job Description

Full-time temporary vacancy available until 23 October 2026

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Influence quality practice through standards, policy and strategic planning

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Work collaboratively, sharing knowledge and gaining a broader perspective.

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Our Murray Bridge office is seeking internal expressions of interest for a Practice Leader to provide expert guidance, share social work knowledge and build capability across the team. As Practice Leader, you will focus on quality, learning and reflective practice, helping staff strengthen their work and decision-making.

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This is an opportunity to influence how we work, support colleagues, and shape standards, policy and strategic planning across the organisation. Working closely with the Office Manager and Supervisors, you will respond to emerging issues, share insights and contribute to key practice discussions.
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- Provide practice leadership that supports high-quality, consistent practice
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- Build staff capability through coaching, mentoring, reflective supervision and learning
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- Apply expert knowledge to casework, practice matters and decision-making
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- Lead quality improvement activities that support continuous learning
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- Demonstrate cultural awareness through safe and respectful practice.
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About you:

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- You bring significant social work experience and strong child protection expertise
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- You demonstrate confident leadership and the ability to influence and motivate others
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- You bring sound professional judgement and a commitment to reflective practice
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- You understand childprotection systems andtheir impact onfamilies and children
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- You demonstrate cultural safety and strong partnership skills across diverse communities.
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We welcome internal expressions of interest from those who see an opportunity to bring their experience, knowledge and leadership to the Practice Leader role.

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Special Conditions

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- A degree level qualification inSocial Workwhich gives eligibility for full membership of the Australian Association of Social Workers.
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Persons of Australian Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander descent, who have the appropriate background and skills but do not have the essential qualification, may apply for and be engaged/assigned to the role of Social Worker and will be entitled to apply for any Allied Health Professional roles requiring a qualification in Social Work within the Department for Child Protection (DCP).

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The Department for Child Protection (DCP) plays a key role in the protection of children, young people and their families within South Australia. The department provides support to vulnerable children and young people to be protected, strong and connected.

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Contact Us

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Enquiries to Laine Wilson - Regional Manager (08) 8535 6200 [email protected]

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Our workplace reflects the diverse communities we serve, and we welcome applications from people of all backgrounds, experiences, and abilities. This includes women, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, people with disability, LGBTQIA+ communities, and those from culturally diverse backgrounds. We are committed to fostering an inclusive, safe, and respectful workplace where everyone feels supported.

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The South Australian public sector promotes diversity and flexible ways of working including part-time. Applicants are encouraged to discuss the flexible working arrangements for this role.

📌 EOI - PRACTICE LEADER (Murray Bridge)
🏢 Child Protection
📍 Murray Bridge