Students - Student Allied Health Assistance

Student Work Placement – Allied Health Assistance, Physiotherapy, Exercise Physiology & Occupational Therapist – NSW & ACT

Over 100 Service Locations Across NSW & ACT
Gain Hands-On Experience & Kickstart Your Career!

Are you looking to gain real-world experience in a dynamic and supportive environment? At Uniting, one of Australia’s largest not-for-profit service providers, we offer valuable Student Work Placement opportunities designed to help you develop essential skills, build professional networks, and confidently launch your career.

Why Choose Uniting?

At Uniting, we take real steps toward making the world a better place. Our work is focused on inspiring people, strengthening communities, and advocating for social justice. With over 11,500 employees across NSW and ACT, we are committed to nurturing the next generation of professionals through meaningful student work placement experiences. We are looking to work with students who align with Uniting's values and have an interest in forging a career in our sector.

What You’ll Gain:

• Practical, hands-on industry experience
• Guidance and mentorship from experienced professionals
• Opportunities to grow your professional network with one of the sectors largest employer’s
• Enhanced skills and knowledge relevant to your training package

Who Can Apply?

We welcome applications from students who are seeking a structured placement that aligns with their academic requirements currently enrolled in –

• Certificate IV in Allied Health Assistance

How to Apply:

If you’re passionate, adaptable, and eager to make a real difference, we’d love to hear from you! To apply, please provide:

1. The qualification you are currently studying
2. Resume + Cover letter
3. Contact details, i.e. personal email, mobile number
4. The name of the Registered Training Institute (RTO) you are studying at
5. The total number of mandatory placement hours required
6. The preferred placement starting and ending dates
7. Your student work placement location(s)

Application review timeframes and process:

The ability to secure a student work placement at Uniting depends on several factors, including availability at your requested location, sufficient lead time (generally 6–8 weeks), and your ability to provide all required pre-requisite documents. Once you register, our team will review your application and attempt to match you with a suitable opportunity. An interview may be required before final selection.

While we do our best to accommodate expressions, placements are subject to availability and are considered an Expression of Interest (EOI) and are not guaranteed.

Important Requirements:

Once your placement has been approved, you’ll be prompted to upload your compliance documents, this can range from the following:

• Photo Identification
• Reference Checks
• National Police Check (Criminal Record Check)
• NDIS Worker Check (for placements in disability services)
• Work With Children Check (WWCC) clearance (where applicable) 
• Public Liability Insurance Certificate / Certificate of Currency evidence from your education provider
• Vaccination Records (where applicable)

Ready to Take the Next Step?

Don’t miss this incredible opportunity to gain hands-on experience and build a rewarding career! Apply today and start your journey with Uniting.

When you are part of Uniting NSW.ACT, you’re part of a diverse, purpose-led team of people who are really making a difference to the world around them.
 
We contribute to the work and mission of the Uniting Church in NSW and the ACT through social justice advocacy, community services and spiritual care. We provide care and support for people through all ages and stages of life, with a focus on people experiencing disadvantage and vulnerability. Our purpose is to inspire people, enliven communities and confront injustice.
 
Uniting works together to create a culture that is safe, inclusive and person-centered. We bring this to life every day through our values: compassionate, respectful, imaginative, and bold.
 
Uniting acknowledges the continuing sovereignty and rich cultural diversity of Australia’s First Peoples. We pay our respects to all Elders – past, present, and emerging – and to all First Peoples on whose lands we live and work. 
 
Uniting is a Child Safe Organisation committed to promoting the safety, wellbeing and inclusion of children and young people.

Students Placement with Uniting is subject to satisfactory background checks which may include a national police check, reference checks, working with children checks, and NDIS checks.