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Jurisdiction: Federal Circuit and Family Court of Australia
Section: Court Children’s Service
Classification: Executive Level 1
Job Type: Ongoing, Non-ongoing, Full-time/Part-time
Location: Canberra, ACT
Total remuneration including superannuation: $140,505 – $153,150 per annum ($121,755 – $132,713 per annum plus 15.4% superannuation)
Make a Meaningful Difference in the Lives of Children – Become a Court Child Expert
Are you a dedicated social worker or psychologist with a commitment to the safety and wellbeing of children? Do you want your work to directly influence decisions that shape the future of children and families? If so, this is your opportunity to join a nationally respected team making a real impact.
What is a Court Child Expert?
Court Child Experts are experienced professionals who play a vital role in Australia’s Federal family law system. Appointed under the Family Law Act 1975 (Cth), Court Child Experts provide critical social science expertise to assist families and the Courts in making decisions that are in the best interests of children.
This is more than just a job – it’s a career with purpose.
Why Join Us?
As a Court Child Expert, you’ll be at the forefront of family law innovation, working on world-leading initiatives to ensure safe and effective outcomes for families in crisis.
From the moment you start, you’ll be supported with a structured induction program, ongoing supervision, and access to national and international training.
What Will You Do?
As a Court Child Expert, your day-to-day work includes:
Mandatory qualifications and experience
Join a Team That Puts Children First
This is your chance to be part of a court-based team where your professional skills will help shape safer, more stable futures for Australian children.
Make a real difference. Apply to become a Court Child Expert today by clicking to "Apply" button.
Contact Officer
Please email [email protected] if you would like further information about the Court Child Expert position.
How to Apply
To apply, please complete the application form on the Court’s careers portal.
As part of your application, you will be required to submit a written response to the selection criteria listed in the position description (maximum word limit 1500). Please ensure this document is attached before submitting your application.
If you have any issues with applying, please email [email protected]
Eligibility
Employment with the Court is subject to the conditions prescribed in the Public Service Act 1999, and the following:
Interested candidates who have received a redundancy benefit from an APS agency are welcome to apply but note that they cannot be engaged until their redundancy benefit period has expired.
Diversity and Inclusion
Federal Court Australia is committed to supporting an inclusive and diverse workforce and welcomes and encourages applications from People with Disability.
First Nations peoples, LGBTIQA+ people, people from Culturally and Linguistically Diverse backgrounds, Mature age workers, as well as young workers and supporting an inter-generational workforce and supporting gender equity and families.
Federal Court Australia will provide reasonable adjustments for candidates to participate equitably in the recruitment process and discuss workplace adjustments to fulfil the inherent requirements of the role.
RecruitAbility
RecruitAbility applies to this vacancy. Under the RecruitAbility scheme you will be invited to participate in further assessment activity for the vacancy if you choose to apply under the scheme; declare you have disability; and meet the minimum requirements for the job. For more information visit: https://www.apsc.gov.au/recruitability
Application Close: Monday 15 June 2026 at 11:30 pm (AEST)
Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people are strongly encouraged to apply.
Feel free to contact [email protected] / 1800 630 124.
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