Hello Early Childhood and Special Education Teachers!

About the Role

Access to Therapy is looking for passionate Early Childhood Intervention Teachers (key workers) to join our team. This role is designed for Early Childhood Teachers and Special Education Teachers who want to work directly with children aged up to 9 years under the NDIS, their families, and educators—delivering capacity‑building supports in natural environments such as homes, kindergartens, daycares, schools, and community settings.

You will work within the Key Worker model, endorsed by the NDIA and the National Guidelines for Best Practice in Early Childhood Intervention. This means you will act as the main point of contact for families, collaborating with our multidisciplinary team to ensure the child’s developmental, social, emotional, and functional needs are met.

What You Will Do

Coach and Build Capacity – Partner with parents, carers, and educators to embed strategies into everyday routines.

Support Functional Skills – Focus on communication, self‑care, social skills, transitions, emotional regulation, and participation in community life.

Collaborate Across Disciplines – Work alongside Speech Therapists, Occupational Therapists, and other Early Childhood Intervention Teachers for integrated support.

Plan for Inclusion and Transition – Assist with smooth transitions into early learning or school settings and promote inclusion in community activities.

Work in Natural Environments – Provide supports in the settings where children live, learn, and play.

What the Role is Not

This is not a classroom teaching role. You will not be delivering curriculum or replacing a teacher’s responsibilities. Instead, you will support disability‑related functional outcomes in partnership with families and education staff.

Why Join Access to Therapy?

Access to Therapy exists because there is a need.

A need for Access to services.

A need for Hope for children and families.

A need for a workplace where teachers and clinicians are valued, respected, and supported to make a real difference.

We work differently:

Culture That Cares – We prioritise psychological safety, collaboration, and growth.

Multidisciplinary Practice – Work alongside experienced Speech Therapists, Occupational Therapists, and teachers.

Direct Impact – More time spent with children and families, less time tied to classroom requirements.

Flexibility – Casual arrangements designed around your availability and family commitments.

Check out our team on our website Access to Therapy – About Us. Led by Dr Victoria Sandham, Clinical Lead Speech Pathologist and respected researcher, and Callum Trevorrow, widely known in health leadership circles across the Ipswich region. Our team combines deep expertise with a commitment to innovation and excellence in early childhood intervention.

What You Bring

Bachelor’s degree (or higher) in Early Childhood Education or Special Education.

Current registration/accreditation with your state or territory’s relevant professional body.

Current driver’s license and reliable vehicle.

Ability to work across the Greater Ipswich area, including Springfield.

Have or the ability to obtain an NDIS worker's card and Blue Card (exemption card).

Understanding of (or willingness to learn) the NDIS Practice Standards (Early Childhood Supports Module) and best‑practice ECI principles.

The Details

Employment Type: Casual, flexible hours

Location: Greater Ipswich (including Springfield)

Applications Close: Close of business 27 August 2025

Contact: For more information, call Callum Trevorrow on 0490 439 451