Expression of Interest - Kindergarten Assistant Inclusion Support

Noah’s Ark Inc; Wycheproof; On-site; AUD 39,000 - 50,000; Part time

Job summary

Noah’s Ark is inviting expressions of interest for a Casual Kindergarten Inclusion Support (KIS) Additional Assistant across Victoria’s North West region. The role supports inclusive play-based learning and helps children with disabilities or additional needs participate in daily activities.

You will work with kindergarten teams, offering flexibility during school terms, typically up to 15 hours a week between 8:15am and 5pm on weekdays.

Qualifications

• A genuine love for working with children and supporting their unique needs.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Respectful, inclusive and professional approach.
• Warm, can-do attitude and willingness to learn.
• Qualifications in Early Childhood, Education or Disability (desirable).
• Be part of a values-driven organisation making a real difference.
• Flexible, family-friendly work arrangements.
• Ongoing support and professional development.
• Opportunities to grow your career in early childhood and inclusion.

Responsibilities

• Support meaningful participation of all children in daily activities.
• Create warm, welcoming spaces where every child feels seen and supported.
• Collaborate with educators to deliver inclusive, play-based learning.
• Bring positivity, kindness and teamwork to every moment.

Skills

Love for children

Teamwork

Inclusion awareness

Willingness to learn

Flexibility

Education

Early childhood / Disability qualification

Job description

Expression of Interest - Kindergarten Assistant Inclusion Support

Do you believe every child deserves a space where they feel seen, supported, and included?

Wondering if early childhood education might be the right path for you?

Looking to re-join the workforce but need flexibility around school holidays?

Thinking about winding down your career but still want to make a meaningful impact?

At Noah’s Ark, we believe in the power of community, compassion, and opportunity.

We deliver the Kindergarten Inclusion Support (KIS) Program across Victoria’s North West region. This vital program helps kindergartens welcome and support children with disabilities, additional needs, or complex medical conditions.

We’re building a vibrant pool of KIS Additional Assistants – caring, energetic individuals who want to make a real difference in children’s lives. If that sounds like you, we’d love to hearfromyou!

As a KIS Additional Assistant, you’ll be a valued part of the kindergarten team, helping to:

• Support the meaningful participation of all children in daily activities.
• Create warm, welcoming spaces where every child feels seen and supported.
• Collaborate with educators to deliver inclusive, play-based learning.
• Bring positivity, kindness and teamwork to every moment.

This is a casual role during school terms paying $28.80 per hour + 25% casual loading.

Opportunities vary across kindergartens in Victoria's North West region. Hours vary based depending on each kindergarten's service schedule but may include up to 15 hours per week during the school term, generally working between 8:15am and 5pm weekdays.

What you’ll bring

• A genuine love for working with children and supporting their unique needs.
• The ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• A respectful, inclusive and professional approach.
• A warm, can-do attitude and a willingness to learn.
• Qualifications in Early Childhood, Education or Disability (desirable).
• Be part of a values-driven organisation making a real difference.
• Flexible, family-friendly work arrangements.
• Ongoing support and professional development.
• Opportunities to grow your career in early childhood and inclusion.

Successful applicants will require a Criminal History/Police Check, Working with Children/Vulnerable People Check, and the right to work in Australia. (If you have lived or worked in another country within the last 10 years for a continuous period of 12 months or more, a certified International Police Check from that country or countries is also required).

Only shortlisted applicants will be contacted.

Noah’s Ark is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and welcome applicants from all backgrounds.

Closing Date: Thursday, 31 December 2026