Inclusion Support Worker

Council Jobs; Sydney; Hybrid; AUD 31,000 - 61,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Fitness passport

Employee assistance program

Annual flu shots

Health and wellbeing programme

Novated lease options

Job summary

Sutherland Shire Council is seeking ISS Support Workers to join the Early Education & Child Protection Team. You will help children with higher support needs participate in early childhood education, providing extra care in a safe, nurturing environment.

You'll collaborate with educators to tailor play‑based learning to each child's interests, promoting inclusion and building positive relationships across the centre. Relevant checks and training are required and supported by the council.

Qualifications

• NSW Working with Children Check for paid employment.
• Commitment to undertake First Aid and Child Protection training.
• Experience working in early childhood education and care settings.
• Experience supporting children with additional or high support needs.

Responsibilities

• Assist children with additional support needs during daily routines (meals, rest, hygiene).
• Support children's participation in play and learning activities, adapting to individual needs.
• Encourage positive interactions, respect and fairness among all children.
• Work with families and educators to support each child's development.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Child development support

Adaptability

Team collaboration

Tools

First Aid Training

Child Protection Training

Job description

Sutherland Shire Council is seeking ISS Support Workers to join our Early Education & Child Protection Team. In this role, you’ll help children with higher support needs fully participate in early childhood education by providing extra care and encouragement in a safe, nurturing environment.

You’ll work alongside educators to support play-based learning activities tailored to each child’s interests and abilities. Your role is vital in creating an inclusive space where all children can learn, grow and build positive relationships.

What You’ll Do:

• Assist children with additional support needs during daily routines such as meals, rest, and hygiene.
• Support children’s participation in play and learning activities, adapting to their individual needs.
• Encourage positive interactions, respect, and fairness among all children.
• Work closely with families and educators to support each child’s development.

What You’ll Bring:

• NSW Working with Children Check for paid employment.
• Commitment to undertake First Aid and Child Protection training.
• Experience working in early childhood education and care settings.
• Experience supporting children with additional or high support needs.

Compensation and Benefits:

• Hourly Rate: $30.81 gross per hour plus 12% superannuation.
• Package: $60,887 gross p.a. (salary paid pro-rate for part time roles) plus 12% superannuation. The Early Childhood Education and Care (ECEC) Worker Retention Allowance will be applied to these roles in addition with Federal Government guidelines.
• Hours of work: Temporary Part Time - multiple roles available across our 11 centres. Applicants must be able to work a range of shifts from 6am - 7pm to support the operational requirements of the centres.
• To benefit your wellbeing you will have access to fitness passport, employee assistance program, annual flu shots, health and wellbeing programme and novated lease options.

Suitable candidates are subject to pre-employment screening which includes Reference Checks, Work Rights Verification, Identity and Functional/Medical History Checks, and will also include a Criminal History, Qualification and Working with Children Check. Employment is subject to clearance of all these checks.

Reach out to Jessican Chappell, Business Administration Supervisor *********@ssc.nsw.gov.au for any job specific enquiries.

Council is a Child Safe Organisation and is committed to ensuring the NSW Government’s Child Safe Standards are incorporated in our procedures, practices, programs, and events.

Sutherland Shire Council values the skills and attributes Veterans can bring to our Council. We understand that transitioning to roles outside of Defence can feel challenging. If you're unsure where to begin or would appreciate guidance throughout the application process, please don't hesitate to contact us.