About the Role
As an Inclusion Support Early Childhood Educator, you will play an important role in supporting the inclusion of all children, including those with additional needs, within our early learning environments. You will work collaboratively with educators and families to create supportive, engaging, and equitable learning opportunities where every child feels valued and can thrive. Compliance and child safety are highest priorities, and you will be expected to uphold child-safe practices in all aspects of your role. This role is a fixed-term contract.
Responsibilities
- Work with educators, families, and specialists to implement individualised support plans for children with additional needs.
- Provide guidance and support to educators in adopting inclusive practices, ensuring all children can engage meaningfully in the learning environment.
- Assist in sourcing and utilising specialist equipment and resources to facilitate inclusion, in line with the Inclusion Support Program guidelines.
- Promote understanding and awareness of inclusion within the broader community, advocating for the rights and needs of all children.
- Maintain Mandatory Reporting responsibilities and requirements.
Requirements
- Demonstrated experience in supporting children with additional needs.
- Hold an ACECQA-approved qualification in Early Childhood Education and Care (Preferred) or Certificate III in Education Support.
- Current First Aid training and CPR Certificate.
- Valid NSW Employee Working with Children Check.
- Knowledge of EYLF and NQS.
- Commitment to upholding a Child Safe Organisation and inclusive practices.
- Maintain Mandatory National Child Safety Training.
- Provide a minimum of two professional referees.
- Undergo reference checks, WWCC verification, and confirmation of no prohibition or statutory notices.
Skills
- Inclusion Support
- Child Safety Practices
- EYLF
- NQS
Location
- Woodcroft Service
Work Type
- Fixed-term contract
- Part-time
Experience Level
- Experienced
Education Level
- ACECQA-approved qualification in Early Childhood Education and Care (Preferred)
- Certificate III in Education Support
Benefits
- Potential to extend contract
- Loyalty Bonus
- Wellness Days
- Free Parking
- Refer a Friend bonus
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- Childcare Discount
About the Company
- Young Academics Early Learning Centre is a leading and reputable provider with more than 50 centres across New South Wales.
- At Young Academics, we prioritise children's safety and wellbeing. Our values, actions and decisions are guided by our genuine commitment to upholding the rights, interests, needs and voices of children in our care.
