Developmental Educator

**Job description**

Join Together We Can International Pty Ltd (TWCI) - **Developmental Educator** (DE)

Northern & Southern Adelaide | Full-Time or Part-Time roles

**The Opportunity**

We’re seeking a Developmental Educator / NDIS Key Worker to join our multidisciplinary team. This role is ideal for someone who is creative, empathetic, and values a person-centred, neuroaffirming approach. You’ll support neurodivergent young people through direct engagement, while also guiding families through the NDIS and broader service system to ensure support is truly tailored to their needs.

If you’re ready to be part of a purpose-driven team supporting neurodivergent young people to flourish—we’d love to hear from you

**As a Developmental Educator we are looking to**:

- Provide individualised learning and development support, focusing on self-determination, life skills, and confidence.
- Provide Functional Capacity Assessments, Sensory profiling and progress reporting
- Deliver play-based, sensory-friendly, and neuro-affirming interventions tailored to each person’s strengths and interests.
- Support executive functioning, emotional regulation, social engagement, and daily living skills in a flexible, low-demand way.
- Offer group and one-on-one programs to help individuals build skills and connections in ways that feel natural to them.
- Work closely with our Employment Coaches, Mentors, Support Workers and Leadership team to ensure a holistic, individualised approach.
- Be the primary contact for families, providing guidance, emotional support, and coordination of services.
- Help families understand and navigate NDIS supports and community resources in a way that aligns with their needs and values.
- Work alongside families to develop flexible and affirming support plans, reducing overwhelm and promoting autonomy.
- Ensure communication between different professionals is seamless and collaborative, advocating for the young person’s best interests.
- Provide education, coaching, and practical strategies for caregivers to support their child’s strengths and needs in daily life.

**Who We’re Looking For**:

- A number of QUALIFIED DEVELOPMENTAL EDUCATOR'S (with DEAI membership or working towards it).
- Someone with experience in family-centred practice and service coordination, or a strong interest in taking on a Key Worker role.
- Flexibility - we can look at part-time or full-time roles to fit your lifestyle
- A professional who values collaboration, flexibility, and curiosity, and enjoys thinking outside the box.
- Someone who understands the importance of practical, strategies that support growth and progression, sensory-informed, and strength-based learning.
- A deep commitment to neuro-affirming, trauma-informed support that centres autonomy and self-advocacy.
- Experience in alternative learning approaches, social connection programs, or independent living support is highly valued.

If you’re passionate about strengths-based, neuro-affirming approaches that provide practical tools, resources and strategies to support youth and families in this space, Together We Can International could be the perfect fit for you

**About Us**
Together We Can International (TWCI) is a place of safety, acceptance, and empowerment for neurodivergent teens, and young adults (up to around 30 years old). We champion a neuro-affirming, person-led approach that celebrates individuality and supports people to thrive on their own terms—without pressure to conform to neurotypical expectations.

As a leading provider of employment and social support, TWCI offers holistic, strengths-based services that build confidence, self-advocacy, and social connection through sensory-friendly, interest-led programs.

**Why Join Us?**

As a rapidly growing organisation, we’re excited to be establishing a newly formed allied health team, offering fresh opportunities for collaboration, leadership, and innovation. With consistent growth over the past five years, there’s never been a better time to join us and build a meaningful career with plenty of room to grow and develop in your chosen.
- Be part of a neuro-affirming workplace, where over 30% of our team identify as neurodivergent
- Contribute to an affirming, inclusive, and strengths-focused environment
- Play a key role in a newly formed allied health team that fosters both personal and professional growth
- Access ongoing professional development, mentoring, and leadership pathways
- Thrive in a culture that values authenticity, well-being, joy, and ambition
- Work phone, laptop, access to ongoing training & resources included in competitive salary

**How to Apply**

**Job Types**: Full-time, Part-time

Pay: $80,000.00 - $83,000.00 per year

Application Question(s):

- Do you hold a Degree in Disability or Developmental Education?

**Experience**:

- Developmental Education: 1 year (required)

Work Authorisation:

- Australia (required)

Work Location: Hybrid remote in Tea Tree Gully SA 5091