Working with Kids First Australia

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A little bit about us

With a proud history and a progressive mindset, Kids First is a leading provider of educational, family and support services for children and families in Melbourne. We are at the forefront of responding to community needs and strengthening families so that children can thrive. Our programs are evidence-based and built on more than 125 years of service.

We have child and family centres in Thomastown and Heidelberg and a growing network of early years learning centres operating in Banyule, Whittlesea, Mitchell Shire and City of Casey. Our practitioners work across a full spectrum of community service engaging with parents, families, schools and referral partners through to providing one to one counselling and group programs for children and adults to overcome trauma.

We are proud of our collaborative and outcomes focused culture, that is stimulating and rewarding for staff.

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A little bit about us

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Current opportunities at Kids First Australia

Child & Family Services

Our programs are evidence-based and built on more than 125 years of service. We are always on the look out for:

  • Clinical Practitioners
  • Family Services Practitioners
  • Child & Family Workers
  • Caring Dads Practitioners

Early Years Education

You'll be working with our Early Years Education Program™ – Kindergarten Model, an evidenced-based model of education and care developed by us and currently practiced across our 12 centres.

Business Support roles  

From People & Culture to Admin, Marketing to Fundraising, and Design to IT, we have exciting opportunities for purpose-driven professionals seeking a meaningful, rewarding career. 

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Current opportunities at Kids First Australia

Why work with us?

You will become part of an inspirational journey. Fighting for every child, everyday. At Kids First we provide a positive working environment, recognition, engagement, career development and regular training to support the professional development of all staff, the career opportunities are infinite!

Depending on your role, we offer a range of impressive, industry-leading staff benefits...

Why work with us?

Staff Benefits

Supported Study Leave
Supported Study Leave
Staff Wellbeing Program
Staff Wellbeing Program
Flexible and Hybrid Working Arrangements
Flexible and Hybrid Working Arrangements
Employee Assistance Program
Employee Assistance Program
Reflective Supervision Practice
Reflective Supervision Practice
Salary packaging Options
Salary packaging Options
Quality and Safety Work Practices
Quality and Safety Work Practices
Staff Recognition Program
Staff Recognition Program
5 Days Cultural Leave
5 Days Cultural Leave
3 Days Christmas Leave
3 Days Christmas Leave
20 Days Family Violence Leave
20 Days Family Violence Leave
5 Days Compassionate Leave
5 Days Compassionate Leave
Additional Purchased Leave
Additional Purchased Leave
Return from Parental Leave Week
Return from Parental Leave Week

Creating an inclusive environment

At Kids First diversity, engagement and inclusivity are central to our values. We are dedicated to hiring diverse talent, embracing diversity and ensuring that we provide everyone with equal opportunity to thrive! We have several committees that work to ensure that we are always upholding our inclusion and diversity promise.

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Creating an inclusive environment

2023 placements available

Student Placement

Kids First is committed to providing students with the opportunity to gain valuable hands on experience. We value the contribution of students to our agency and are passionate about supporting the development of our sector. We offer work placements to both university and TAFE students.

To express interest in student placement with Kids First Australia, please download the 'Student Application Form' below and email it back to our People & Culture Team.

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2023 placements available

Student Placement

"I have started my professional career in marketing at Kids First and even though I don't work directly with children and families, by sharing our message and mission I am transforming lives everyday."

Cydnie W

Marketing and Communications

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