Inclusion Support Additional Assistant - Geelong

Gateways Support Services; Geelong; On-site; AUD 39,000 - 50,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Above award rates

Personal leave

Parental leave

Training and development

Job summary

Gateways Support Services is seeking Inclusion Support Additional Assistants for Geelong, offering part-time, school-term roles across several sites. You will support children with diverse needs, implement behaviour plans, and work with the education team to foster an inclusive learning environment.

Required checks are listed (Working with Children, police) with opportunities to access funded training and development. Above award rates and leave entitlements are part of the package.

Qualifications

• Demonstrated patience and genuine interest in supporting children.
• Excellent communication skills and ability to engage with children and families.
• Ability to work collaboratively with education teams and staff.

Responsibilities

• Support children by implementing behaviour management plans and individual strategies.
• Model a positive approach and collaborate with the education team.
• Create an inclusive, engaging environment and participate in ongoing training.

Skills

Patience

Communication

Teamwork

Problem solving

Education

Working with Children Check

Police check

NDIS Workers Orientation

National Child Safety Training

Job description

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

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.

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.

Why Gateways?

• 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.