About the Role
This is a full-time contract opportunity working 5 days per week, with the current contract in place until 31 December 2027. The First Nations Linker will be part of the Brighter Beginnings Program, supporting families with children aged 0-5 years through early, practical intervention. You will work with a small caseload of families identified by Early Childhood Education and Care (ECEC) services as benefiting from additional support.
Responsibilities
* Provide direct support to children and families experiencing vulnerability
* Work collaboratively with ECEC services (including preschools and childcare centres)
* Build the skills, confidence, and capacity of ECEC staff to better support families
* Strengthen connections between families and local services
About You in the Role
As a First Nations Linker, you will bring cultural knowledge, community connection, and a strengths-based approach to supporting Aboriginal families.
Qualifications
* Experience engaging respectfully and effectively with Aboriginal children, families, and communities
* Provide culturally safe, responsive, and trauma-informed support
* Act as a trusted link between families, services, and ECEC providers
* Advocate for families and support them to navigate service systems
* Work collaboratively with educators to strengthen inclusive practices
* Relevant qualifications in Early Childhood, Social Work, Social Sciences, or equivalent (desirable)
* Experience working with children and families
* Strong understanding of child protection issues and legislative responsibilities
* Demonstrated experience working with Aboriginal children, young people, and families in a culturally appropriate and responsive way
* Experience supporting CALD children, young people, and families, including working with interpreters
* Knowledge of service systems and networks across Western and Far Western NSW
* Experience working within early childhood services (highly regarded)
Requirement: Mandatory Background Checks
* A current NSW Working With Children Check
* National Police History Check
* Current NSW Driver's Licence
Why Work at Uniting?
* A career with purpose in a values-led, inclusive organisation
* Ongoing training and professional development opportunities
* Supportive supervision and strong team culture
* Salary packaging to increase your take-home pay
Equal Opportunity Statement
This is an identified position for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander People. All applicants must be of Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander descent. Aboriginality is a genuine qualification authorised under Section 14(d) of the Anti-Discrimination Act 1977.
Closing Date
11:55pm Sunday 3rd May 2026
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