Youth Disability Support Team Leader

• A proper start - paid induction and shadow shifts before you ever work alone
• Permanent part-time stability - minimum 60 hour fortnights
• Company vehicle provided for use during shifts, no wear and tear on your vehicle

• A proper start - paid induction and shadow shifts before you ever work alone
• Permanent part-time stability - minimum 60 hour fortnights
• Company vehicle provided for use during shifts, no wear and tear on your vehicle

We're looking for a passionate and experienced Team Leader to join our team supporting children and young people aged 0-18 with complex physical, intellectual, developmental and medical disabilities.

As a Team Leader, you'll play an important role in supporting both our young people and the team around them. You'll provide guidance and leadership on shift, help maintain a safe and consistent environment, and ensure each young person receives care that promotes dignity, choice, independence and connection.

• Lead and support the team during shifts
• Provide guidance and support during complex or challenging situations
• Build trusting and respectful relationships with young people
• Support personal care and medical needs with patience and dignity
• Follow individual care, medical and support plans
• Promote independence, choice, participation and community involvement
• Support emotional regulation using calm, trauma-informed and person-centred approaches
• Help create a safe, predictable and positive environment for both young people and staff
• Communicate effectively with families, team members and other professionals

• Genuinely enjoy working with children and young people
• Have experience in disability, nursing, youth work, community services or a related field
• Are confident supporting complex physical, intellectual, developmental and medical needs
• Have experience supporting complex behaviours and escalated situations
• Are a calm, reliable and confident leader who can support a team
• Communicate clearly and build strong professional relationships
• Are passionate about helping young people experience dignity, independence and belonging

• Permanent part-time Pay Rate starting at $40.49 plus Allowances for shifts worked
• Paid induction and supported shadow shifts to help you feel confident from day one.
• 24/7 on-call support, so you're never working alone.
• Paid specialised training, including Therapeutic Crisis Intervention and The Sanctuary Model.
• Wellness initiatives and 24/7 access to the Sonder wellbeing app.
• Access to an employee rewards hub with savings and cashback on everyday purchases.
• Employee recognition programs, including service awards and gift vouchers.
• A company vehicle to use during shifts, reducing wear and tear on your own car.
• Complimentary Orbit World Travel Club membership and travel benefits.
• Genuine opportunities to grow your career as Kanda continues to expand.

• Current Australian Driver Licence (minimum P2)
• Working with Children Blue Card and NDIS Worker Screening Check, or willingness to obtain
• Current First Aid and CPR, or willingness to obtain
• Certificate IV/Diploma in Community Services, Youth Work, Social Work or a related qualification, completed or currently studying
• Availability to work across a 7-day roster

Sometimes, the most valuable thing you can give a young person is consistency.

If you're ready to lead with purpose, support your team and make a genuine difference in the lives of young people, we'd love to hear from you.

GSL is committed to creating and maintaining a child-safe organisation.

We're dedicated to building an inclusive environment where everyone feels safe, respected, and comfortable to be themselves.