Uplyft is seeking Occupational Therapists, Speech Pathologists, Physiotherapists or Early Childhood Educators who are interested in joining our Early Childhood Intervention program as Early Childhood Practitioners.
Please note that this position is primarily administrative, with a strong emphasis on report writing and coordination of services.
About Uplyft
Uplyft (formerly Wanslea) is a leading provider of services for children, young people, and families across Western Australia. Founded in 1943, we have now expanded to offer a wide range of programs and services that support children, young people and families at every stage of life.
Why join Uplyft?
At Uplyft, your work makes a real difference. You won’t just have a job — you will support children, young people, and families, helping to build safer, stronger, and more resilient communities.
We value people who bring their whole selves to work. Our team reflects our
commitment to diversity, inclusion, and collaboration, where differences are celebrated and every voice matters.
Joining Uplyft means being part of a professional, purpose-driven organisation where
your skills, ideas, and compassion help transform lives every day.
• Permanent full-time position
• Based at one of our Perth Metro Offices with free parking on site
• Salary starting from $102,569.10 per annum plus superannuation
• Opportunity to salary package
• Ongoing professional development opportunities
• Additional paid break between Christmas and New Year
• Unique opportunity to work in an organisation passionate about diversity and inclusion
• Amazing people and rewarding team culture with highly capable and welcoming colleagues
About the Role
As an Early Childhood Practitioner you will:
• Provide Early Childhood Intervention best practice specialist support services to children who have a developmental delay or disability, including initial supports
• Work with children and their families to determine needs and appropriate specialised early intervention support
• Undertake early childhood assessments and prepare reports
• Develop individual plans in partnership with families
• Initiate collaborative professional relationships with internal and external stakeholders including children’s service providers, community and specialist services
• Identify and provide information and referrals to families that reflect their needs and links them into appropriate universal and specialist services to meet their child’s developmental needs
• Deliver high quality ECA services in accordance with the program guidelines, Early Childhood Intervention best practice principles and relevant legislative obligations
About You
You are a dedicated and empathetic professional with a genuine passion for supporting young children and their families in early childhood development, developmental delay, and disability. You hold qualifications in Allied Health, Early Childhood Education, or a related field, and bring strong knowledge of NDIS, ECA principles, and evidence-based early intervention.
You are committed to family-centred practice, with experience conducting functional assessments and developing tailored support plans for children aged 0–6. You build trusting relationships, communicate with care, and work inclusively across diverse cultural and social backgrounds.
You are highly organised and dependable, with strong documentation and technology skills, and a focus on ethical, respectful practice that promotes inclusion and meaningful participation.
Additional credentials (e.g. AHPRA, professional memberships, or WA teaching registration) and experience working with diverse communities are highly regarded.
Apply Now
Submit your current resume and a concise cover letter addressing the full selection criteria as provided in the Position Description.
For any queries please contact Skye Upton, Talent Acquisition partner on 08 9245 2441.
To learn more about Uplyft visit: http://www.uplyft.org.au.
Uplyft reserves the right to close applications at any time, therefore we encourage you to submit your
application as soon as possible.
Uplyft encourages applicants from all backgrounds and does not discriminate in regards to race, colour, gender, sexual orientation, age, ability, marital status, family or carer responsibilities, pregnancy, religion, political opinion, national extraction or social origin.
Uplyft is committed to protecting children and young people from harm. We require all applicants to
undergo an extensive screening process prior to appointment.
