Cognitive Development Contract Temp Jobs in Australia - May 2026

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Early Learning Teacher

at Launceston Church Grammar School

This is a Contract/Temp job

East Launceston, Launceston & North East TAS

Deliver engaging, play-based learning for children aged 3–5
Foster curiosity, creativity, wellbeing and holistic development
Build strong, nurturing relationships with children and families

Deliver engaging, play-based learning for children aged 3–5
Foster curiosity, creativity, wellbeing and holistic development
Build strong, nurturing relationships with children and families

Fixed term, part time (0.4 FTE) vacancy now available in our Early Learning team!

subClassification: Teaching - Early ChildhoodTeaching - Early Childhood

classification: Education & Training(Education & Training)

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Listed eight days ago

Clinical neuropsychologist

at Sydney Cognitive Development Centre

Be an early applicant

This is a Contract/Temp job

Bondi Junction, Sydney NSW

$100 – $135 per hour

Private clinic seeking a Clinical Neuropsychologist for child and/or adult work. Flexible work, competitive pay & professional growth opportunities.

subClassification: Psychology, Counselling & Social WorkPsychology, Counselling & Social Work

classification: Healthcare & Medical(Healthcare & Medical)

8d ago

Listed twelve days ago

Digital Clinical Service Improvement Officer

at Orygen

This is a Contract/Temp job

Brisbane QLD

up to $110,000 + 12% super & NFP packaging

Queensland location | Travel across QLD Required
Part-time to Full-time contract until June 27 | 0.6 - 1.0 FTE considered
Work independently within a supportive team environment

Queensland location | Travel across QLD Required
Part-time to Full-time contract until June 27 | 0.6 - 1.0 FTE considered
Work independently within a supportive team environment

Support integration of an online mental health platform across QLD to improve youth mental health care through digital innovation and service reform.

subClassification: Child Welfare, Youth & Family ServicesChild Welfare, Youth & Family Services

classification: Community Services & Development(Community Services & Development)

12d ago•Expiring

Listed three days ago

Learning Specialist (Inclusive Practice)

at Charles Darwin University

Be an early applicant

This is a Contract/Temp job

Darwin NT

$126,028 - $133,103pa + 17% superannuation

Fixed Term, Full Time Appointment | Contract until July 2027
Competitive salary + 17% superannuation + 6 weeks annual leave
Based at our Casuarina Campus |Darwin NT

Fixed Term, Full Time Appointment | Contract until July 2027
Competitive salary + 17% superannuation + 6 weeks annual leave
Based at our Casuarina Campus |Darwin NT

The Learning Specialist (Inclusive Practice) provides leadership within the EdUplift initiative at Charles Darwin University

subClassification: OtherOther

classification: Education & Training(Education & Training)

3d ago

Listed nine days ago

Consultant - Be You Program

at Headspace National Office

This is a Contract/Temp job

Sydney NSW(Hybrid)

$70k - $90k p.a. + super + salary packaging

Full time fixed term contract until 30 June 2027
Hybrid work with excellent leave benefits
Drive real impact in schools across Australia

Full time fixed term contract until 30 June 2027
Hybrid work with excellent leave benefits
Drive real impact in schools across Australia

headspace is seeking a values driven person who wants to make a meaningful impact on youth mental health across Australia!

subClassification: OtherOther

classification: Education & Training(Education & Training)

9d ago

Listed nine days ago

Consultant - Be You Program

at Headspace National Office

This is a Contract/Temp job

Canberra ACT(Hybrid)

$70k - $90k p.a. + super + salary packaging

Full time fixed term contract until 30 June 2027
Hybrid work with excellent leave benefits
Drive real impact in schools across Australia

Full time fixed term contract until 30 June 2027
Hybrid work with excellent leave benefits
Drive real impact in schools across Australia

headspace is seeking a values driven person who wants to make a meaningful impact on youth mental health across Australia!

subClassification: OtherOther

classification: Education & Training(Education & Training)

9d ago

Listed sixteen days ago

Head of Learning & Organizational Development

at Catholic Early EdCare

This is a Contract/Temp job

Paddington, Brisbane QLD(Hybrid)

Excellent Salary and benefits

Lead a skilled, energetic L&D/OD team with scope to shape culture
Join a value-driven organisation and enjoy a supportive and social environment
Up to 95% childcare discount and benefits

Lead a skilled, energetic L&D/OD team with scope to shape culture
Join a value-driven organisation and enjoy a supportive and social environment
Up to 95% childcare discount and benefits

Lead OD, culture and L&D at CEEC, strengthening leadership, capability and connection across 135+ education and care services.

subClassification: Training & DevelopmentTraining & Development

classification: Human Resources & Recruitment(Human Resources & Recruitment)

16d ago

Listed twelve days ago

Be You Consultant VIC/TAS

at Headspace National Office

This is a Contract/Temp job

Hobart TAS(Remote)

$70k - $90k p.a. + Salary Packaging + Super

Full time fixed term contract until 30 June 2027 - excellent leave benefits
Work remotely from home and onsite visiting schools in Tasmania
Drive real impact in schools across Australia

Full time fixed term contract until 30 June 2027 - excellent leave benefits
Work remotely from home and onsite visiting schools in Tasmania
Drive real impact in schools across Australia

Join Australia's leading youth mental health organisation and make a difference in the lives of young people.

subClassification: OtherOther

classification: Education & Training(Education & Training)

12d ago

Listed ten days ago

Team Leader (Mental Health)

at Gold Coast Hospital & Health Service

This is a Contract/Temp job

Southport, Gold Coast QLD

$5 557.50 - $5 798.90 p.f + 12.75% Super

Be part of major mental health improvements in QLD
Work within an innovative and passionate multidisciplinary team
12.75% Super, Salary Packaging, Fitness Passport, 17.5% leave loading and more

Be part of major mental health improvements in QLD
Work within an innovative and passionate multidisciplinary team
12.75% Super, Salary Packaging, Fitness Passport, 17.5% leave loading and more

Provide high level management and leadership skills across a medium professional multidisciplinary/multi-specialist child and youth mental health team

subClassification: Psychology, Counselling & Social WorkPsychology, Counselling & Social Work

classification: Healthcare & Medical(Healthcare & Medical)

10d ago

Listed three days ago

Psychologist - Advanced

at Metro North Hospital & Health Service

Be an early applicant

This is a Contract/Temp job

Brisbane QLD

$70.99 - $74.07 per hour

Super up to 12.75%, access to salary packaging, flexible working arrangements
Fixed term temporary part-time (64hrs/fortnight)
Our Values - Respect, Teamwork, Compassion, High Performance and Integrity

Super up to 12.75%, access to salary packaging, flexible working arrangements
Fixed term temporary part-time (64hrs/fortnight)
Our Values - Respect, Teamwork, Compassion, High Performance and Integrity

Provide high level clinical services and leadership within the Court Liaison Team, to lead assessment of cognitive disability and functional capacity.

subClassification: Psychology, Counselling & Social WorkPsychology, Counselling & Social Work

classification: Healthcare & Medical(Healthcare & Medical)

3d ago

Listed seventeen days ago

Associate Director Development, Brain and Mind Centre

at The University of Sydney

Be an early applicant

This is a Contract/Temp job

Camperdown, Sydney NSW(Hybrid)

$126065 - $142171 p.a. + 17% superannuation

Join a passionate and high performing team
Contract until May 2027
Base Salary starting at $126,065 + 17% superannuation

Join a passionate and high performing team
Contract until May 2027
Base Salary starting at $126,065 + 17% superannuation

Join a team who are transforming brain and mind health with world-leading research and help us achieve even more in the coming years.

subClassification: FundraisingFundraising

classification: Community Services & Development(Community Services & Development)

17d ago

Listed four days ago

Instructional Designer (100% remote work, NFP sector)

at Matrix on Board Pty Ltd

This is a Contract/Temp job

Darwin NT(Remote)

$100 – $140 per hour

Flexible, remote work on purpose-driven projects. Collaborate with clients to create engaging, accessible learning for the not-for-profit sector.

subClassification: Workplace Training & AssessmentWorkplace Training & Assessment

classification: Education & Training(Education & Training)

4d ago

Listed nine days ago

Research Officer - Neuroscience

at Macquarie University

This is a Contract/Temp job

North Ryde, Sydney NSW

17% super + leave loading

From $99,161 p.a. + 17% super & leave loading. New rates scheduled to apply.
Subsidised membership at our Sport & Aquatic Centre
Work on cutting-edge neuroscience research

From $99,161 p.a. + 17% super & leave loading. New rates scheduled to apply.
Subsidised membership at our Sport & Aquatic Centre
Work on cutting-edge neuroscience research

Advance our understanding of brain disease through cutting-edge translational neuroscience research, as a Research Officer.

subClassification: Research & FellowshipsResearch & Fellowships

classification: Education & Training(Education & Training)

9d ago

Listed six days ago

Leadership Development Specialist

at Mercy Health

This is a Contract/Temp job

Melbourne VIC

Full-time, two year fixed term contract
Exciting role with values based Healthcare provider

Full-time, two year fixed term contract
Exciting role with values based Healthcare provider

Exciting leadership development role with values-based healthcare provider

subClassification: Organisational DevelopmentOrganisational Development

classification: Human Resources & Recruitment(Human Resources & Recruitment)

6d ago

Listed nine days ago

GROW Program Worker: Growing Resilience & Grow Groups

at GROW Australia

This is a Contract/Temp job

Brisbane QLD(Hybrid)

$43 – $45 per hour

Are you ready for your next exciting role? GROW Program Worker Part Time Contract until 30 June 2027.

subClassification: Community DevelopmentCommunity Development

classification: Community Services & Development(Community Services & Development)

9d ago

Listed six days ago

Case Worker (Group Facilitator) - Wacol

at Drug ARM

This is a Contract/Temp job

Wacol, Brisbane QLD

$40 – $44.58 per hour + salary packaging + super

Make a difference within your community
Great salary packaging options to increase your take home pay
Additional paid Birthday, Christmas and Study Leave

Make a difference within your community
Great salary packaging options to increase your take home pay
Additional paid Birthday, Christmas and Study Leave

Co-facilitating a range of psycho-education group sessions to persons in custody or under community supervision to address AOD related issues.

subClassification: Community DevelopmentCommunity Development

classification: Community Services & Development(Community Services & Development)

6d ago

Listed four days ago

Psychosocial Clinician - VIC

at Canteen

This is a Contract/Temp job

Melbourne VIC

Bring your specialist therapeutic skills in counselling, grief & loss, and psychosocial support to a leading not-for-profit and love what you do!

subClassification: Child Welfare, Youth & Family ServicesChild Welfare, Youth & Family Services

classification: Community Services & Development(Community Services & Development)

4d ago

Listed four days ago

Practice and Development Lead (DFV and Child Protection) - Identified

at Remote Area Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Corporation

This is a Contract/Temp job

Cairns, Cairns & Far North QLD

The Practice and Development Lead has a strong focus on building culturally responsive practice and expertise across the organisation.

subClassification: Child Welfare, Youth & Family ServicesChild Welfare, Youth & Family Services

classification: Community Services & Development(Community Services & Development)

4d ago

Listed nine days ago

Early Learning Teacher

at Launceston Church Grammar School

This is a Contract/Temp job

East Launceston, Launceston & North East TAS

Deliver engaging, play-based learning for children aged 3–5
Foster curiosity, creativity, wellbeing and holistic development
Build strong, nurturing relationships with children and families

Deliver engaging, play-based learning for children aged 3–5
Foster curiosity, creativity, wellbeing and holistic development
Build strong, nurturing relationships with children and families

Fixed term, part time (0.4 FTE) vacancy now available in our Early Learning team!

subClassification: Teaching - Early ChildhoodTeaching - Early Childhood

classification: Education & Training(Education & Training)

9d ago

Listed nine days ago

Change Analyst

at Bayside Health

This is a Contract/Temp job

Moorabbin, Melbourne VIC

Maximise your take home salary
5 weeks Annual Leave
Close to public transport

Maximise your take home salary
5 weeks Annual Leave
Close to public transport

Full Time Fixed-Term (80hrs/fn) until June 2027 Managers and Administrative Workers Grade 4 Located in Moorabbin Great staff benefits!

subClassification: OtherOther

classification: Human Resources & Recruitment(Human Resources & Recruitment)

9d ago•Expiring

Listed seventeen days ago

APS6 - Learning Designer

at Karlka Recruiting Group

This is a Contract/Temp job

Canberra ACT(Hybrid)

Flexible part-time hours of up to 22.5 hours per week
Work from home arrangements negotiable
12-month contract + possible 12-month extension

Flexible part-time hours of up to 22.5 hours per week
Work from home arrangements negotiable
12-month contract + possible 12-month extension

Part time/casual 12-month contract + extensions | ACT Location | Ability to obtain Baseline Security Clearance | Federal Government Agency

Recruited byHayden Condely

subClassification: Government - FederalGovernment - Federal

classification: Government & Defence(Government & Defence)

17d ago

Listed ten days ago

Postdoctoral Research Fellow- Neurodegeneration Research

at Macquarie University

This is a Contract/Temp job

North Ryde, Sydney NSW

17% super + leave loading

$123,435 per annum plus 17% superannuation & annual leave loading.
Access advanced imaging and molecular neuroscience technologies
Collaborative and high-performing research team

$123,435 per annum plus 17% superannuation & annual leave loading.
Access advanced imaging and molecular neuroscience technologies
Collaborative and high-performing research team

Exciting postdoctoral opportunity in translational neuroscience research focused on Parkinson's disease and neurodegeneration.

subClassification: Research & FellowshipsResearch & Fellowships

classification: Education & Training(Education & Training)

10d ago

Listed ten days ago

Social Worker

at Key Assets

This is a Contract/Temp job

Botany, Sydney NSW(Hybrid)

Salary + Company Vehicle + Fuel Card + Super

Hybrid working – Work from home & in one of our local offices
Company Motor Vehicle and Fuel Card
Competitive salary with attractive not-for-profit salary packaging options up to

Hybrid working – Work from home & in one of our local offices
Company Motor Vehicle and Fuel Card
Competitive salary with attractive not-for-profit salary packaging options up to

Join our NSW team and make a positive and lasting difference to children and young people.

subClassification: Child Welfare, Youth & Family ServicesChild Welfare, Youth & Family Services

classification: Community Services & Development(Community Services & Development)

10d ago

Listed four days ago

Learning and Development Specialist

at Peoplebank Australia SA

This is a Contract/Temp job

Adelaide SA(Hybrid)

Hourly rate or salaried options available

Join this large, exciting transformational program of work!
5-10+ years of L&D / Capability Uplift / OD experience required
Adelaide CBD based (hybrid) | 6 month contract, extensions likely

Join this large, exciting transformational program of work!
5-10+ years of L&D / Capability Uplift / OD experience required
Adelaide CBD based (hybrid) | 6 month contract, extensions likely

Peoplebank are recruiting for a Learning and Development specialist to join their client based in the Adelaide CBD. This role will be offered an

subClassification: Training & DevelopmentTraining & Development

classification: Human Resources & Recruitment(Human Resources & Recruitment)

4d ago

Listed three days ago

Senior Project Officer (Senior Facilitator)

at Murdoch Children's Research Institute

This is a Contract/Temp job

Parkville, Melbourne VIC(Hybrid)

$110,279 - $117,029 p.a plus super (pro rata)

Facilitate online and face-to-face training programs
Work within a national team focused on children and families
Casual or part-time opportunity (15.5 hours per week)

Facilitate online and face-to-face training programs
Work within a national team focused on children and families
Casual or part-time opportunity (15.5 hours per week)

Improving outcomes for children and families through learning and facilitation.

subClassification: Clinical/Medical ResearchClinical/Medical Research

classification: Healthcare & Medical(Healthcare & Medical)

3d ago

Listed eleven days ago

College Counsellor - Psychologist

at Loreto College Coorparoo

This is a Contract/Temp job

Coorparoo, Brisbane QLD

A dynamic learning community committed to professional growth and development
Highly regarded academic, sporting, cultural, pastoral and service programs.
Renowned school ideally located close to the CDB.

A dynamic learning community committed to professional growth and development
Highly regarded academic, sporting, cultural, pastoral and service programs.
Renowned school ideally located close to the CDB.

Join a collaborative and experienced pastoral care team and make a meaningful impact on student wellbeing

subClassification: Psychology, Counselling & Social WorkPsychology, Counselling & Social Work

classification: Healthcare & Medical(Healthcare & Medical)

11d ago

Listed ten days ago

Social Inclusion and Experiential Learning Program Coordinator

at Saints College

This is a Contract/Temp job

Melbourne VIC(Hybrid)

Make a genuine difference by supporting young people to re-engage with education
Tailored programs that integrate wellbeing and education for our young people
Work alongside passionate educators, wellbeing staff, and community partners.

Make a genuine difference by supporting young people to re-engage with education
Tailored programs that integrate wellbeing and education for our young people
Work alongside passionate educators, wellbeing staff, and community partners.

We are currently seeking a Social Inclusion and Experiential Learning Program Coordinator for a fixed term contract to join our BlendED team

subClassification: Student ServicesStudent Services

classification: Education & Training(Education & Training)

10d ago

Listed nine days ago

GROW Program Worker: Grow Groups - Sydney Metro

at GROW Australia

This is a Contract/Temp job

Sydney NSW(Hybrid)

$43 – $45 per hour

Are you ready for your next exciting role? GROW Program Worker Full Time Contract until 30 June 2027.

subClassification: Community DevelopmentCommunity Development

classification: Community Services & Development(Community Services & Development)

9d ago

Listed twelve days ago

Behaviour Support Assistant - contract - term time only

at The Sycamore School

This is a Contract/Temp job

Alexandra Hills, Brisbane QLD

$62,815 per year

If you have a passion for supporting autistic young people and are looking for an opportunity to make a difference, we invite you to apply.

subClassification: Teaching Aides & Special NeedsTeaching Aides & Special Needs

classification: Education & Training(Education & Training)

12d ago

Listed thirteen days ago

Anti-Racism Implementation and Evaluation Research Project (Identified)

at Metro North Hospital & Health Service

This is a Contract/Temp job

Chermside, Brisbane QLD

$122,784 - $131,352 per annum

Drive implementation of a groundbreaking anti-racism project
Lead co-design with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities
Super up to 12.75%, access to salary packaging, flexible working arrangements

Drive implementation of a groundbreaking anti-racism project
Lead co-design with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities
Super up to 12.75%, access to salary packaging, flexible working arrangements

Lead Australia’s first hospital-based anti-racism initiative, driving real system change in healthcare.

subClassification: Indigenous & Multicultural ServicesIndigenous & Multicultural Services

classification: Community Services & Development(Community Services & Development)

13d ago

Listed two days ago

Student Wellbeing Officer

at Brisbane Catholic Education

Be an early applicant

This is a Contract/Temp job

Burpengary, Brisbane QLD

$39.44 per hour + 12.75% Super

Join St Eugene College and support students' personal growth
Contract position commencing Term 3, until the end of 2026
Offer insightful spiritual guidance and personalised advice to students

Join St Eugene College and support students' personal growth
Contract position commencing Term 3, until the end of 2026
Offer insightful spiritual guidance and personalised advice to students

Work with students and families at St Eugene College, to develop student wellbeing, emotional resilience, & positive relationships

subClassification: Student ServicesStudent Services

classification: Education & Training(Education & Training)

2d ago

Listed eighteen days ago

Family Violence Intervention Clinicians

at Zarebis Pty Ltd

This is a Contract/Temp job

Mandurah, Mandurah & Peel WA(Hybrid)

$51 – $53.31 per hour

Act as Point of Contact to families in need of preventing harmful behaviours
Operate across the continuum of care to support primary prevention and change
Work specifically with men to reduce harm and prevent escalation of violence

Act as Point of Contact to families in need of preventing harmful behaviours
Operate across the continuum of care to support primary prevention and change
Work specifically with men to reduce harm and prevent escalation of violence

Surround yourself with experts who deliver Family Violence intervention programs that are evidence-based, trauma-informed, and child-focused programs.

subClassification: Psychology, Counselling & Social WorkPsychology, Counselling & Social Work

classification: Healthcare & Medical(Healthcare & Medical)

18d ago

148 cognitive development jobs in Australia - Contract Temp

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Early Learning Teacher

Clinical neuropsychologist

Digital Clinical Service Improvement Officer

Learning Specialist (Inclusive Practice)

Consultant - Be You Program

Consultant - Be You Program

Head of Learning & Organizational Development

Be You Consultant VIC/TAS

Team Leader (Mental Health)

Psychologist - Advanced

Associate Director Development, Brain and Mind Centre

Instructional Designer (100% remote work, NFP sector)

Research Officer - Neuroscience

Leadership Development Specialist

GROW Program Worker: Growing Resilience & Grow Groups

Case Worker (Group Facilitator) - Wacol

Psychosocial Clinician - VIC

Practice and Development Lead (DFV and Child Protection) - Identified

Early Learning Teacher

Change Analyst

APS6 - Learning Designer

Postdoctoral Research Fellow- Neurodegeneration Research

Social Worker

Learning and Development Specialist

Senior Project Officer (Senior Facilitator)

College Counsellor - Psychologist

Social Inclusion and Experiential Learning Program Coordinator

GROW Program Worker: Grow Groups - Sydney Metro

Behaviour Support Assistant - contract - term time only

Anti-Racism Implementation and Evaluation Research Project (Identified)

Student Wellbeing Officer

Family Violence Intervention Clinicians

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