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• Based in Alice Springs
• Join multi-disciplinary health team
• Full-time 12 month fixed term contract
• SCHCADS Modern Award Level 4 -5 – Salary up to $83,274 (depending on skills/experience)

About Us

Children’s Ground is working to create an environment where families realise their aspirations for the next generation of children to be free from trauma and suffering, enjoy equity and safety, be able to grow into adulthood happy and healthy, and have agency over their social, cultural, political and economic life.

About the Job

The Nutrition and Health Promotion Officer will plan, prepare and cook nutritious meals for children daily that may be delivered on country, at the Children’s Ground hub or another community centre.

You will provide guidance, support and share knowledge with the other Nutrition team and work under the Children’s Ground Family Health and Wellbeing Framework – Health in the Hands of the People – contributing to the ongoing improvement of health and wellbeing outcomes for the Arrernte Alice Springs communities. You will take a lead role when organising catering for functions and support the delivery of Early Years Learning

About You

You will have relevant experience &/or qualifications in Health Promotion or Nutrition. You need knowledge of food safety standards and ideally have experience in Childcare/Early Years sector. A current Drivers License, OCHRE card and ability to undergo Police Clearance is mandatory.

How to Apply

We invite you to walk with us on this unique journey…

Please apply via SEEK where you will be asked to pitch why you are suitable for the role and upload your current resume.

Your pitch should tell us more about who you are, what you are passionate about, what interests you about the role and why you may be a good fit for Children’s Ground and this position, along with your current resume.

Applications close Monday 25 March 2024.

Position Description

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