Work with us, in a career that matters

About the role

For 75 years, Ability WA has been a leading NDIS provider in Western Australia, empowering people living with disability to realise their abilities.

As we expand our services across Perth’s northern corridor, we’re seeking a driven and empowering Allied Health Team Leader to play a key role in establishing our new Yanchep hub.

This is a unique opportunity for an experienced allied health professional ready to step into leadership, or an established leader looking for a fresh challenge in a growing service.

Working in partnership with the Therapy Services Operations Manager and Project Lead, you’ll help build and shape a high-performing team from the ground up.

⏰ Part Time, 0.6FTE
📅 Fixed term contract (until 31st December 2026)
📍 Yanchep hub + flexible work options

As a Team Leader, you will:

• Lead local recruitment in partnership with Talent Acquisition and leadership to build the Yanchep team
• Support onboarding to ensure a smooth and engaging employee experience
• Promote Ability WA services within the community to drive referrals and brand awareness
• Lead, coach and develop a high-performing, values-aligned and inclusive team
• Support career growth through meaningful 1:1s, mentoring and team huddles
• Work closely with the Wanneroo Team, including Team Leaders and therapists
• Model Ability WA’s leadership behaviours and organisational values
• Manage feedback and escalations with professionalism and empathy

Essential skills & qualifications

• Allied Health qualification with AHPRA or relevant professional registration
• Strong clinical capability within your discipline
• Demonstrated leadership and supervision experience
• Proven ability to coach, mentor and develop others
• Strong networking capabilities
• Excellent communication, organisation and collaboration skills
• Ability to work effectively with project teams and stakeholders
• Full working rights in Australia

Required checks:
National Police Clearance, Driver’s Licence, NDIS Worker Screening Check, Working with Children Check, First Aid Certificate

At Ability WA, we recognise that great candidates don’t always tick every box. If this role interests you, we encourage you to apply.

Why Ability WA?

Join a values-led organisation making a genuine impact in the disability sector, while growing your own career.

• Salary packaging up to $18,550
• Flexible working arrangements
• 3 wellness days per year (pro rata)
• Purchase up to 12 weeks additional leave
• Structured professional development
• Career pathways in early intervention, assistive tech, PBS
• Study leave, parental leave support and career breaks
• Supportive multi-disciplinary environment
• Fleet vehicles and mileage reimbursement
• Employee Assistance Program
• Free parking

How to apply

Click Apply to submit your resume and cover letter outlining your suitability.

Applications will be reviewed as received, so we encourage early applications.

For a confidential discussion, contact:
Sarah-Jane Brummage, Therapy Services Operations Manager

📩 sarah-jane.brummage@abilitywa.com.au

📞 0475 925 665

Ability WA is committed to empowering all people to realise their abilities and thrive in their communities. We embrace the unique strengths of every person within our organisation and welcome people of all backgrounds, abilities, sexual orientations, gender identities, ethnicities and cultures as we continue to grow our diverse workforce.

We reserve the right to extend or withdraw this advertisement prior to the closing date.

Ability WA focuses on sourcing high calibre candidates through direct recruitment campaigns. Please do not send unsolicited agency CVs or contact Ability WA staff regarding unsolicited CVs.