Child Development Worker in Katherine

Our play-centred program, Play2Learn, has been supporting young children across Australia to develop their social skills, independence and capacity to learn for over 30 years. We need you to give these children an experience of quality early childhood education in Katherine, to develop their appetite for learning and help enable a smooth transition into school.

54 reasons is Australia’s leading child rights organisation – no ordinary not-for-profit. Proudly part of the Save the Children Australia Group and global movement, we’re here to make sure that children and young people have their rights met and thrive, in all their diversity. With the child’s voice at the centre, we provide quality services to children and their caregivers in every state and territory, and across regions, remote areas and capital cities.

In this part‑time (8:30am‑2:30pm M‑F) max term (till 30th June 27) role, you’ll help coordinate the planning, implementation, and review of culturally appropriate developmental play and learning experiences for children. As part of our Play2Learn team, you’ll report to our Team Leader, working across various locations within the Katherine Township boundaries as required.

You will make a difference by:

• Planning and facilitating weekly playgroup sessions
• Finding creative ways to encourage families to engage 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 with process monitoring, data collection, and reporting

This role requires:

• Qualification in Early Childhood Education preferred (minimum Certificate III is strongly preferred), or significant equivalent experience
• Experience working with children 0‑6yrs 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

At 54 reasons, we invest in the development and wellbeing of our people. Our workforce is approximately 600 people strong, and proudly diverse, whether in race, ethnicity, gender, age, disability, sexuality, cultures and beliefs. It takes all types of people to do the challenging work we do. We are diverse personalities, backgrounds and talents, embracing our differences as one strong and united team.

We see and celebrate the unique value you bring to our organisation, and offer a range of rewards for your effort, including:

• Award rate salary (currently Level 3.1 - $40.49 hour) plus full salary packaging benefits
• Remote Benefits - generous annual remote location allowance paid on top of your base salary, plus up to 5 weeks’ annual leave
• Health and wellbeing support, including EAP and professional supervision
• Individual learning plans to assist in your career development

We have a highly inclusive culture and diverse workforce reflecting the communities we serve, allowing you to bring your whole self to work.

Applications Close: Sunday 25th October 2026. We strongly encourage Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander candidates to apply.

Save the Children Australia is a child-safe organisation. All employees are required to undergo a National Police Check, a Working with Children Check, and sign our Child Safeguarding Policy and Code of Conduct.