Aboriginal Cultural Practitioner, Foster Care

• Support First Nations children to stay connected with their culture & see your impact each day
• Find your place to belong with a team that values you and all you bring
• Pay less tax and increase your take-home pay with generous salary packaging

50,000 lives and counting.

That's how many South Australians our people support each year.

As one of the state's leading not-for-profits, we're making a meaningful impact at scale. From foster care to aged care and everything in between, our services are as diverse as the people and communities we serve - and we're growing our reach for the future.

It takes a special kind of person to work in this sector. Someone with real compassion and care. Could that person be you?

Join our Foster Care team as an Aboriginal Cultural Practitioner, and be part of something bigger.

In accordance with AnglicareSA's Aboriginal Employment Strategy and pursuant to s. 65 of the Equal Opportunity Act 1984 SA, and s. 8 of the Racial Discrimination Act 1975, applications are invited from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people only.

As an Aboriginal Cultural Practitioner, you will play a vital role in supporting First Nations children and young people to remain deeply connected to their culture while in foster care. You will partner with members of our Foster Care team to deliver advocacy, cultural advice, and work closely with non-First Nations carers to build their cultural capability and embed culturally safe environments.

This is a unique opportunity to influence the lives of children and families through culturally centred practice, education, and engagement. You will be part of a team that values diversity, supports hybrid working arrangements, and offers growth opportunities.

As you will be working across our Northern & Central Foster Care team it is a requirement to spend at least one day per week at Hindmarsh & Elizabeth.

You'll be trusted to make a valuable impact by:

● Providing outreach support to First Nations children and their carers, helping maintain cultural connections

● Upskilling non-First Nations carers to deliver culturally safe and responsive care

● Participating in carer assessments and delivering cultural training alongside team members

● Providing input to the Foster Care program to ensure it meets the needs of First Nations families

To thrive in this role, you will have:

● Identify as First Nations (Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander) and acceptance within your community

● A strong understanding of cultural identity, intergenerational trauma, and child-centred practice

● Ability to form meaningful connections and apply a teaching lens to your work

● Willingness to complete relevant qualifications within 6 months of employment, if not already held

We would also love you to have:

● Case Management experience, particularly in child protection or community services

● An understanding of the Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Child Placement Principles

Your contribution here matters. We want you to see your impact every day, and we want you to feel valued for it.

Here's what you can expect in your career at AnglicareSA:

● So many lives, right here in SA: Our ripple effect starts with you. Whatever your role, you'll help find a way forward for the communities you live in and care about. That's something to be proud of.

● So many ways, for our clients and you: We support those in need in so many ways. For you, that means real opportunity to gain new knowledge and experiences and to explore the many pathways a career in our sector can take.

● So much compassion, and a place to belong: At AnglicareSA, you'll never feel alone. You'll lean on and learn from genuine people driven to do good, and you'll build relationships that last a lifetime.

● Make your pay go further with salary packaging options, including novated leasing, plus savings on health insurance, motor vehicles, opticians, pharmacy and gym memberships

●Find a better balance with flexible work options, including working from home, part-time work, compressed working weeks and flexible working hours for some roles

● Grow your skills and career with learning programs, professional development pathways, and education assistance

● Live and work well with our employee wellbeing program, confidential employee assistance program, chaplaincy services, domestic and family violence support, and more

● Put your family first with paid parental leave (including superannuation), personal leave to care for family members and additional unpaid leave for caring responsibilities

Join AnglicareSA, and help us change lives and communities.

To apply, simply click the "Apply"* button and submit your application by 29th November 2025 (direct applications only, no agencies please).

*Please note: Interested applicants are encouraged to apply as soon as possible, as interviews and appointments may occur prior to the closing date.

For more information, please contactSarah, Recruitment Business Partner, at Please note we do not accept applications via email.

At AnglicareSA, we proudly and gratefully bring together a team that is truly diverse - from lived experiences, to skills and knowledge, to perspectives and personality. We value the benefits this brings to the people who work with us and the communities we serve, and we strive to create a place where everyone - regardless of background and ability - feels they belong. If you require any accommodations to fully participate in our recruitment process, we welcome you to let us know.

We are committed to the employment of First Nations people. Please visit our website for details on our Aboriginal Services and to access AnglicareSA's Reconciliation Action Plan.

AnglicareSA is committed to a secure and transparent recruitment process that prioritises the safety of all applicants. We will never request payment, bank account details, or personal identification documents during the early stages of recruitment. Proof of identity may be requested later as part of standard pre-employment checks. To verify the legitimacy of this job advertisement, please refer to our official website or contact our recruitment team directly.