Practice Lead| Newcastle, Tamworth or Sydney Base
* Newcastle, Maitland & Hunter, NSW, Australia, 2295
* Sydney, NSW, Australia
* Tamworth & North West NSW, NSW, Australia, 2340
* Full Time Fixed Term
* Full Time Permanent
About the role
The Practice Lead drives high-quality therapeutic care across Out of Home Care services. Reporting to the Practice Manager, you coach leaders and frontline teams to embed evidence-based practice, strengthen capability, and improve outcomes for children and young people.
Benefits
* Salary packaging options
* Ongoing professional development
* Flexible work and travel opportunities
* Supportive, values-driven culture
* Make lasting impact for young people
Duties
* Coach managers and teams to apply therapeutic frameworks
* Guide practice using evidence, data, and reflective tools
* Support compliance with legislation and quality standards
* Build capability through coaching, training, and feedback
* Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives
Skills & Experience
* Degree in Social Work, Psychology, or related field
* Proven expertise in Out of Home Care or child protection
* Strong knowledge of trauma-informed and therapeutic models
* Ability to coach, train, and influence diverse teams
* Commitment to cultural safety and inclusivity
About the company / Culture
We are a child and family services organisation committed to safe, nurturing, and evidence-informed care. Our values—Inspired, Courageous, Skilful, Responsive—guide everything we do. We foster collaboration, cultural safety, and continuous learning to create better futures for children and families.
How to apply
All applications must be submitted on line via the apply now tab - please include your resume and a cover letter outlining how your skills and experience match the key criteria for this position. Any general enquiries please contact Caro Bryant