Child and Family Specialist - Play2Learn

Our play-centred program, Play2Learn, is one of our most successful and longstanding programs across Australia, helping families and young children learn to play, socialise and establish routine. We need you to join our team in Townville working closely with parents, caregivers and their children to help enable a smooth transition into the next phase of early learning.

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. From our programs to our support services - this is the place to realise your purpose.

A place to make a difference:

In this part-time, maximum term position (through to January 2027 with potential for extension, 1 x Monday-Thursday 7.6 hours per day and 2 x Monday-Wednesday 7.6 hours per day), you’ll be a key member of our Play2Learn team in Townsville and will report to our Team Leader.

You will make a difference by:

A place to feel valued:

Your expertise in family support, early childhood development and early intervention will be invaluable. You’re proactive, creative and flexible in your work, and you understand the importance of working with families and children driven by a trauma-informed, strengths-based and culturally sensitive approach.

This role requires:

A place to belong:

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:

Follow this link for the full list of our employee benefits.

Does this sound like the place for you?

We’d love to hear from you. Submit your cover letter and resume by clicking on one of the buttons in the ‘Apply’ section.

Position Description: Child and Family Specialist – Play2Learn

For more information about the program that the role works in, see our Program Profile. For any queries, contact Adam Gooding on adam.gooding@54reasons.org.au using the line: Child and Family Specialist - Play2Learn enquiry Or for more information about a career at Save, visit our Careers Page.

We strongly encourage Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander candidates to apply

Applications close: Tuesday February 24th, 2026

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