Little Petal

We’re Hiring: Children’s Contact & Support Supervisor

Are you a Social Worker, Psychologist, or related professional looking for meaningful, flexible work?
This casual role (3–10 hrs/week) involves creating safe, supported environments for children to spend time with their parent or family member, keeping detailed notes and reports, and working closely with solicitors, therapists, and other professionals.

✅ $51.81/hr (SCHADS Award Level 3.4 Casual) + penalties + travel reimbursement
✅ After-school and weekend hours (predictable, regular shifts)
✅ Perfect for semi-retired professionals or those already working part-time
✅ Adelaide-based, with travel as required

Join us in supporting children to feel safe, and valued.

📩 Apply now by sending your CV + cover letter to Sarah, Director of Little Petal at [email protected]

To access the full Job Description email [email protected]

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🌱 We're Hiring – 2 Family Engagement and Support Educators (Casual)
📍 Adelaide, South Australia
🕐 Up to 25 hours per week | Immediate Start
📅 Applications close: 5 August 2025

At Little Petal, we do things differently. We walk alongside families in their homes and communities to help them thrive—not just survive. We’re a passionate and dedicated team with a bold vision: to build safer, stronger families by delivering holistic, trauma-informed, and disability-informed supports across a range of programs that truly meet people where they are.

Due to growing demand, we’re looking for two new Family Engagement and Support Educators to join our team immediately. This role is part of our Family Engagement and Support Educator Program, which provides layered and responsive support to families navigating complex needs, including disability, trauma, and child protection concerns.

💡 This role is for you if you’re...
– Grounded, compassionate, and connect meaningfully with others
– Skilled at building trusting relationships with vulnerable families
– Experienced and knowledgeable in supporting families living with disability
– Committed to showing up and making a real difference
– Capable of working flexibly across Adelaide, including early mornings, after-hours, and occasional weekends

👣 What you’ll do
– Support families in their homes and communities
– Model and coach practical parenting strategies, including those informed by allied health and NDIS goals
– Help implement routines and disability-informed positive behaviour supports
– Build parenting capacity with kindness, clarity, and consistency
– Promote child safety, secure attachment, and development

✅ What you need
– Experience or qualifications in early childhood education and care, social work, community services, disability, or related fields
– WWCC, RRHAN, First Aid in Education and Care, Driver's licence & insured vehicle
– Clear communication and documentation skills
– Confidence to work independently and collaboratively

✨ Why work with us?
Because your impact here will be real, felt, and appreciated. At Little Petal, we don’t believe in ticking boxes, we believe in real change. You’ll be supported by an engaged Director and work within a structured but flexible framework that allows you to be creative, intuitive, and purposeful in your practice. Your knowledge and compassion will make a genuine difference in the lives of the children and caregivers we support.

📧 Apply today by emailing [email protected] with the subject line: Family Engagement and Support Educator Application.
To receive the full Job and Person Specification, please include a short expression of interest and request the document. Only applicants who address the essential and desired criteria will be considered.

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We’ve moved!
You can now find Little Petal at 62 Semaphore Road, Semaphore, just steps from the sea, with a welcoming new space for families, caregivers, and children.

We support:
💠 Families living with disability, mental health challenges, and intergenerational trauma
💠 Families going through separation through our Children’s Contact Support Services, delivered by qualified and accredited social workers
💠 Parents looking to build confidence in everyday routines, from behaviour support and communication to school readiness, boundary setting, and home organisation.

At Little Petal, you don’t need to have it all figured out, we’re here to walk alongside you with care, compassion, and expertise.

📧 To enquire, email [email protected]
🌐 Or visit www.littlepetal.com.au to explore our full range of services.

Same heart. New home.

🎄 Wishing you a joyful festive season! 🎁

At Little Petal, we're here to support families even through the holidays. 💚 Parenting never takes a break, and neither do we! Feel free to reach out for support:
📧 [email protected]
📞 08 8246 7114

📣WE ARE HIRING📣

Little Petal provides a comprehensive range of supports tailored to the unique needs of children, individuals, and families. Our qualified and experienced Family Engagement and Support Educators deliver a suite of services in the family’s home and community environments.

Our approach integrates Social Work and Early Childhood Education and Care practices, offering holistic support through services such as:
• In-Home Family Engagement Educator Supports
• Empowering Caregivers Supports
• Peer Supports
• Social Work Supports
• Mentoring
• Circle of Security Parenting (1-1 or group sessions)

Why Join Little Petal?
• Fulfilling and Impactful Work
• Caring and Supportive Environment
• Professional Growth
• Flexible Work Arrangements
• Diversity and Inclusion
• Community Involvement
• Professional Recognition
• Skill Enhancement
• Personal and Professional Development
• Positive Impact on Families

We are seeking a talented, dedicated and reliable Family Engagement and Support Educator to join our team. This role offers a unique opportunity to provide personalised care and support to children and caregivers in their home and community environments. If you are passionate about helping families thrive and possess the necessary qualifications and attributes, we invite you to apply.

Key Responsibilities
As a Little Petal FESE, you will:
• Create a child-safe home environment
• Fulfil duty of care obligations under National law
• Report suspected child harm, abuse, or neglect
• Supervise and support the daily routine of children
• Provide resources to support caregiver capacity
• Support children with developmental and physical needs
• Offer guidance on child development
• Supervise parent-child contact visits
• Assist with everyday tasks and enhance life skills
• Transport families to appointments, school, shopping, and outings

Essential Requirements and Qualifications
• Current DHS Working with Children Check
• National Police Clearance
• Minimum Certificate III in Early Childhood Education and Care or equivalent, or higher.
• Current HLTAID004 Provide an Emergency First Aid Response in an Education and Care Setting
• Completed Child Safe Environments training
• Completed Responding to Risks of Harm, Abuse, and Neglect training
• Experience working with children and families living with disabilities
• Sound knowledge of child development needs
• Sound knowledge of trauma-informed practice
• Current and valid driver's license with a satisfactory driving record
• Reliable, registered, and insured vehicle for transporting children and caregivers

Desirable Qualifications
• Training related to trauma, attachment, and children's therapy

Required Attributes
• Attentiveness to the needs and safety of children
• Sound knowledge of child protection laws
• Exceptional patience and ability to remain calm
• Effective communication with an engaging demeanour
• Creativity, compassion, and professionalism
• Fun and enthusiastic attitude
• Ability to devise creative ideas to educate and engage children
• Adaptability in ensuring the well-being and development of children
• Non-judgmental approach
Additional Requirements
• Physical capability for tasks involving sitting on the floor, bending, and standing for extended periods (some lifting may be involved)
• Ability to pass a comprehensive criminal background check
• Flexible approach to work rosters to support families with unique needs

We are an outreach service operating across Adelaide, South Australia. This role involves travel within the region as part of your responsibilities.

If you meet our requirements and are committed to child safety and supporting families to thrive, we invite you to apply for the Family Engagement Support Educator role at Little Petal CC.

Before you apply please know:
This is a casual position with up to 15 hours available each week available.
If you cannot commit to the position and be available regularly for sessions with families engaged with Little Petal please do not apply.

How to Apply
Please send your cover letter and resume to [email protected] and address your letter to Ms. Sarah Giddings. Please refer to the essential requirements and required attributes in your application.

You can also direct any questions you might have about the role to [email protected]

A big thank you to the KYD-X expo for having us this past Saturday! We had a fantastic time meeting everyone 🙌

If you stopped by our booth and would like to learn more about Little Petal's services, feel free to reach out or visit our website. 🌸

📞 08 8246 7114
🌐 www.littlepetalcc.com.au
✉️ [email protected]