Inclusion Support Educator (ISS)

Young Academics Early Learning Centre; Georges River; On-site; AUD 60,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Young Academics Early Learning Centre in Mortdale is seeking an Inclusion Support Educator to join our passionate team.

You will work with educators, families and external professionals to create inclusive learning experiences, adapt environments and promote children's independence, participation and wellbeing. This role supports the learning environment and is not one-to-one, with a focus on safeguarding, observation and planning to support inclusive outcomes.

Qualifications

• ACECQA-approved qualification in Early Childhood Education and Care or working towards.
• Understanding of inclusive practice, child development and safeguarding.
• Experience or knowledge supporting children with additional needs is valued.

Responsibilities

• Support inclusive practices that encourage participation and engagement for all children.
• Adapt learning experiences, environments and resources to meet diverse needs.
• Collaborate with educators, families and external professionals to implement inclusion strategies.
• Support children's independence, wellbeing, positive behaviour and participation.
• Contribute to observations, documentation and planning to support inclusive outcomes.
• Promote a safe, respectful and child-safe environment where every child belongs.

Skills

Inclusive practice understanding

Child development knowledge

Safeguarding awareness

Education

Certificate III or Diploma in Early Childhood Education and Care

Job description

Young Academics Early Learning Centre is a leading and reputable provider with more than 45 centres across New South Wales. We are seeking a passionate Inclusion Support Educator to join our Mortdale team.

About The Role

As an Inclusion Support Educator, you will work alongside educators, families and external professionals to create an inclusive learning environment where every child has the opportunity to participate, learn and thrive.

You will support the educator team to adapt learning experiences and environments, implement inclusion strategies and promote children's independence, participation and wellbeing. This role provides additional support across the learning environment and is not a one-to-one support role.

Responsibilities

• Support inclusive practices that encourage participation and engagement for all children.
• Adapt learning experiences, environments and resources to meet children's diverse needs.
• Work collaboratively with educators, families and external professionals to implement inclusion strategies.
• Support children's independence, wellbeing, positive behaviour and participation.
• Contribute to observations, documentation and planning that support inclusive learning outcomes.
• Promote a safe, respectful and child-safe environment where every child feels they belong.

About You

• ACECQA-approved Certificate III or Diploma in Early Childhood Education and Care (or working towards).
• An understanding of inclusive practice, child development and safeguarding.
• Knowledge or experience supporting children with additional needs is highly regarded.
• Current NSW Employee Working with Children Check.
• Current First Aid, CPR and National Mandatory Child Protection certificates.
• A genuine commitment to child safety, inclusion and equitable opportunities for every child.

Child Safety Matters

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. You will be required to provide a minimum of two professional referees as part of the recruitment process. Young Academics conducts reference checks, will verify that you hold a valid WWCC for paid work, and confirms that you do not have any prohibition or statutory notices against you. Young Academics uses CCTV in our centres and works closely with the regulatory authorities to report any child safety concerns. Visit our website for more information on our Child Safe Practices.