Uniting is seeking a passionate and experienced Team Leader for a 6-month fixed-term full-time role until February 2026 to supervise and support a team of support coordinators delivering high-quality support coordination to participants of the National Disability Insurance Scheme (NDIS).
About the Opportunity
This is a 6-month fixed-term, full-time (leave coverage) role based in Sydney Metro, working 38 hours per week Monday to Friday until February 2026.
- Hybrid work model with up to two days WFH
- Work across Sydney Metro sites in North Parramatta, Leichhardt, or Campbelltown as required
- Base pay starting from $100,776 (SCHADS 5.1) plus up to $18,550 salary packaging and super
- Flexibility required, including participation in the on-call roster
About the Role
As a Team Leader at Uniting, you will manage, supervise and coach a team of Support Coordinators.
EXPERIENCE:
- 3 years or more experience in your field of expertise.
- Experienced in leading community-based or disability support teams
- Knowledge of the NDIS Code of Conduct
- Knowledge of the NDIS Practice Standards and the NDIS Act 2013 and rules
- Strong understanding of the complex needs of people with disability and their families / nominees / authorised representatives.
- Experience of effective and contemporary disability support models.
- Proven leadership skills with experience managing effective and motivated teams.
- Experience working respectfully with First Nations and CALD communities and delivering culturally competent services.
- Strong partnership-building skills with a track record of achieving shared outcomes.
- Proficient in the use of Microsoft Office and client database systems.
- Excellent report writing, time management and record-keeping skills.
MANDATORY PREREQUISITE TO EMPLOYMENT REQUIREMENTS:
- Current Australian driver’s licence.
- National Criminal History Check.
- Working with Children Check.
- NDIS Worker Screening Check (Service NSW)
- Awareness of and/or experience with mandatory reporting responsibilities when working with children.
- Ability to participate in an out-of-business-hours on-call roster and work flexibly.