Parent Pathways delivered by WorkSkills Tasmania

The Parent Pathways Program is a voluntary pre-employment service supporting parents who are the primary carers of children under six. The program empowers participants to develop employability skills, build confidence, and achieve their educational and career goals. It focuses on a strengths-based, participant-centred approach, helping parents balance caregiving with employment or education pathways.

How We Support Parents

Discover the Joys of Parenting

Share experiences and embrace the rewards of raising young children.

Empowerment at Every Step

Grow as a leader in your family, community, and beyond.

Support Through Involvement

Strengthen your journey with flexible, voluntary opportunities.

Flexible Options for Busy Parents

We work with your schedule to create real impact.

Foundations for a Strong Future

Build skills and connections that last for you and your family.

Who this service is for

  • Have a child aged under 6
  • Are not in paid employment
  • Receive one of the following payments:
    • Parenting Payment
    • Carer Payment
    • Special Benefit
  • Are not receiving a Centrelink payment and are either:
    • Under 22 years old
    • An early school leaver (parents who don’t have a Year 12 qualification)
    • A First Nations parent or carer

Cost

Voluntary – No Cost Service

Opening Hours

  • Bridgewater: Tagari Lia Child and Family Centre (Mon, Tue, Thu – 9am to 4pm)
  • Herdsmans Cove: Herdsmans Cove Community Centre (Mon, Tue, Wed – 9am to 4pm)
  • Glenorchy: Glenorchy Child & Family Learning Centre (Mon, Tue, Thu – 9am to 4pm)
  • Huonville: The Cottage, Huonville (Wed, Fri – 10am to 4pm)
  • Clarendon Vale: Child & Family Learning Centre, Clarence Plains (Mon, Tue, Fri – 9am to 4pm)
  • New Norfolk: Ptunarra Child & Family Learning Centre (Tue, Wed, Thu – 10am to 4pm)
  • Sorell: The Nest Child & Family Centre (Wed, Thu, Fri – 10am to 4pm)

Accessibility Support

Please contact us.

How this service is delivered

  • Face-to-face

    Face-to-face 

    Our site locations are child and family friendly spaces to meet. We operate from Child and Family Centres and Neighbourhood Houses in locations across southern Tasmania.

  • Call or visit us online

    To find out more, call us on 03 6262 5400 or send an email to parentpathways@workskills.org.au.

  • We'll come to you (outreach)

    • Triabunna: Spring Bay Community and Health Centre
    • Oatlands: Midlands Memorial Community Centre
    • Ouse: Central Highlands Community Health Centre
    • Nubeena: CWA Nubeena Community Hall
    • Hobart: Level 5, 24 Davey Street

     

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Updated: 25/02/2025

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