Inclusion Support Additional Assistant - Geelong

Gateways; Geelong; Presencial; AUD 39.000 - 47.000; A tiempo parcial

Ventajas ofrecidas por este puesto de trabajo

Above award rates

Additional leave entitlements (parent/

Ongoing training and personal develop.

Paid parental leave and related leave

Descripción de la vacante

Gateways Support Services in Geelong is seeking an Inclusion Support Additional Assistant to work with educators in kindergarten settings, including children with disabilities and higher support needs. Multiple part-time positions are available across Geelong/Barwon with shifts Monday–Friday during school term time.

You will support children, collaborate with the education team, and strive to create an inclusive, engaging environment.

Formación

• Support children by implementing behaviour management plans and individual strategies tailored to their needs.
• Collaborate with the education team, modelling a consistent and positive approach.
• Create an inclusive, supportive and engaging environment for all children.
• Access funded training and professional development opportunities to build your skills in inclusive education.

Responsabilidades

• Support children by implementing behaviour management plans and individual strategies tailored to their needs.
• Work collaboratively with the education team, modelling a consistent and positive approach.
• Show initiative to create an inclusive, supportive, and engaging environment for all children.
• Access funded training and professional development opportunities to build your skills in inclusive education.

Conocimientos

Enthusiasm

Patience

Excellent communication

Problem solving

Emotional intelligence

Teamwork

Educación

Relevant qualification (advantageous)

Herramientas

Working with Children Check

NDIS Orientation Module

National Child Safety Training

Descripción del empleo

Inclusion Support Additional Assistant - Geelong

About us

At Gateways Support Services we walk alongside children, young people and adults with disability and their families to help build independence, confidence and connection. Our services span early childhood intervention, respite, skill development, independent living, specialist care, and more, always shaped around the needs of each individual. We are a diverse team of mountain bike riders, comedians, skiers, surfers, gamers, movie buffs, musicians, cat people, dog people and more. What unites us is a shared passion for supporting people with disability and making every day a better day. Guided by our values of Commitment, Opportunity, Respect, Excellence and Empathy, everything we do is about creating safe, high-quality supports that help people thrive and enjoy a better quality of life.

About the role

As an Inclusion Support Additional Assistant, you'll play a vital role in supporting Educators to make a difference in a child's early education journey. Each day, you'll engage with energetic children as they learn and grow through play in the kindergarten environment, including children with disabilities and higher support needs.

We currently have multiple part time positions based across Geelong/Barwon, working shifts Monday-Friday (school term time only) to commence immediately:

• Armstrong Creek: Monday & Friday 10am-3pm
• Torquay: Monday & Tuesday 10am-2pm and Wednesday 8:45am-11:45am
• Bell Post Hill: Wednesday 11am-2pm
• Bell Post Hill: Tuesday & Wednesday 11am-4pm
• Norlane: Wednesday 10am-2pm
• Corio: Wednesday & Thursday 9am-3:30pm

Duties will include

• Support children by implementing behaviour management plans and individual strategies tailored to their needs.
• Work collaboratively with the education team, modelling a consistent and positive approach.
• Show initiative to create an inclusive, supportive, and engaging environment for all children.
• Access funded training and professional development opportunities to build your skills in inclusive education.

What you will bring to the role

• Enthusiasm, patience, and a genuine interest in supporting children of all abilities.
• Passion for connecting with young children, keeping them engaged in play-based learning, and celebrating their growth and development.
• Working with Children Check, police check & completion of the NDIS Workers Orientation Module and National Child Safety Training (or willingness to obtain).
• Relevant qualification - not required, but it will attract a higher hourly rate.
• Excellent communication skills, with the ability to problem solve.
• Strong emotional intelligence and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work cohesively in a team environment.

Why Gateways?

At Gateways you will find more than a job - you will find purpose. Every role contributes to safe, high-quality supports and positive outcomes for people with disability and their families. You will be part of a team that celebrates individuality, fosters belonging and creates opportunities to learn and grow.

• Above award rates
• Additional leave entitlements including personal, compassionate, and family and domestic violence leave
• Ongoing training and personal development opportunities
• Paid parental leave, reproductive leave and pregnancy loss leave for permanent employees

Applications close Friday 13th November

At Gateways, we know that diversity makes us stronger and belonging makes us better.

We want every team member to feel safe, respected and valued for who they are.

We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds and lived experiences, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, people from culturally and linguistically diverse communities, LGBTQIA+ people, and people with disability.

If you need any adjustments to the recruitment process so you can show us your best self, please let us know. We want this experience to be fair, inclusive and accessible for everyone.

Child safety is embedded in our culture. Gateways are proud to be a child safe organisation with zero tolerance for child abuse.