- A proper start - paid induction and shadow shifts before you ever work alone
- Permanent part-time stability - minimum 60 hour fortnights
- Company vehicle provided for use during shifts, no wear and tear on your vehicle

- A proper start - paid induction and shadow shifts before you ever work alone
- Permanent part time stability - minimum 60 hour fortnights
- Company vehicle provided for use during shifts, no wear and tear on your vehicle

Lead a team. Support young people. Make a meaningful difference.

We’re looking for a passionate and experienced Team Leader to join our team supporting children and young people aged 0–18 with complex physical, intellectual, developmental and medical disabilities.

As a Team Leader, you’ll play an important role in supporting both our young people and the team around them. You’ll provide guidance and leadership on shift, help maintain a safe and consistent environment, and ensure each young person receives care that promotes dignity, choice, independence and connection.

As a Team Leader, you will:

- Lead and support the team during shifts
- Provide guidance and support during complex or challenging situations
- Build trusting and respectful relationships with young people
- Support personal care and medical needs with patience and dignity
- Follow individual care, medical and support plans
- Promote independence, choice, participation and community involvement
- Support emotional regulation using calm, trauma-informed and person-centred approaches
- Help create a safe, predictable and positive environment for both young people and staff
- Communicate effectively with families, team members and other professionals

You’ll be a great fit if you:

- Genuinely enjoy working with children and young people
- Have experience in disability, nursing, youth work, community services or a related field
- Are confident supporting complex physical, intellectual,



developmental and medical needs
- Have experience supporting complex behaviours and escalated situations
- Are a calm, reliable and confident leader who can support a team
- Communicate clearly and build strong professional relationships
- Are passionate about helping young people experience dignity, independence and belonging

What we offer:

- Permanent part-time Pay Rate starting at $40.49 plus Allowances for shifts worked
- Paid induction and supported shadow shifts to help you feel confident from day one.
- 24/7 on-call support, so you're never working alone.
- Paid specialised training, including Therapeutic Crisis Intervention and The Sanctuary Model.
- Wellness initiatives and 24/7 access to the Sonder wellbeing app.
- Access to an employee rewards hub with savings and cashback on everyday purchases.
- Employee recognition programs, including service awards and gift vouchers.
- A company vehicle to use during shifts, reducing wear and tear on your own car.
- Complimentary Orbit World Travel Club membership and travel benefits.
- Genuine opportunities to grow your career as Kanda continues to expand.

You’ll need:

- Current Australian Driver Licence (minimum P2)
- Working with Children Blue Card and NDIS Worker Screening Check, or willingness to obtain
- Current First Aid and CPR, or willingness to obtain
- Certificate IV/Diploma in Community Services, Youth Work, Social Work or a related qualification, completed or currently studying
- Availability to work across a 7-day roster

Sometimes, the most valuable thing you can give a young person is consistency.

If you’re ready to lead with purpose, support your team and make a genuine difference in the lives of young people, we’d love to hear from you.

GSL is committed to creating and maintaining a child-safe organisation.

We’re dedicated to building an inclusive setting where everyone feels safe, respected, and comfortable to be themselves.

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📌 Youth Disability Support Team Leader (Cairns Regional)
🏢 Kanda
📍 Cairns Regional