Inclusive Education Officer

Woodcroft College; Adelaide; On-site; AUD 60,000 - 75,000; Part time

Job summary

Woodcroft College seeks an Inclusive Education Officer to join the Middle/Senior School on a permanent, part-time, term-time basis. You will provide individual and small-group support to students with diverse learning needs and contribute to differentiated lessons under direction of teaching staff.

Role requires Certificate III in Education Support, experience with diverse needs, strong communication, and ability to work collaboratively with teachers and families.

Qualifications

• Certificate III in Education Support is required.
• Experience supporting student learning, especially with diverse needs.
• Ability to build positive relationships with students, teachers and community.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills.
• Initiative and ability to work with limited supervision.
• WWCC and RRHAN-EC certificates required.

Responsibilities

• Provide individual and small-group support to students with diverse learning needs.
• Collaborate with teachers to support differentiated lessons and assessments.
• Implement adjustments and tailored strategies for learning, wellbeing and behaviour.
• Support development and review of Individual Learning Plans and student profiles.
• Deliver targeted support for students with identified needs such as autism spectrum and language disorders.
• Maintain accurate student records and contribute to Inclusive Education Program operations.
• Share knowledge and strategies to strengthen inclusive practice across the College.
• Participate in excursions and College activities ensuring students are supported.

Skills

Communication skills

Teamwork

Initiative

Technology literacy

Education

Certificate III in Education Support

Tools

Office 365

Assistive technologies

Job description

About the role

Commencing Term 4, 2026. Permanent, 0.76 FTE (term time only). 8.30am-5pm Monday, 8.30am-3.30pm Tuesday-Friday.

Woodcroft College is seeking a passionate and dedicated Inclusive Education Officer to join our Middle/Senior School team on a permanent, part-time, term-time basis.

This is an opportunity to make a genuine difference in the educational experience of students with diverse learning needs and disabilities. Working alongside teachers and the Inclusive Education team, you will provide individual and small-group support, contribute to differentiated learning and help implement strategies that enable students to engage confidently and successfully in their learning.

What you’ll be doing

• Provide individual and small-group support to students with diverse learning needs and disabilities, helping them actively engage in learning and participate fully in College life.
• Work collaboratively with teachers to support differentiated lessons, learning tasks and assessments that respond to individual student needs.
• Implement reasonable adjustments and tailored learning, wellbeing and behaviour strategies under the direction of teaching and management staff.
• Support the development, implementation and review of Individual Learning Plans, student profiles and other relevant documentation.
• Deliver targeted support for students with identified needs, including Autism Spectrum Disorder, language disorders and other learning difficulties.
• Build positive, respectful relationships with students that promote inclusion, engagement, independence and self-discipline.
• Work collaboratively with teachers, families, Allied Health Professionals and other relevant stakeholders to support consistent approaches to student learning, behaviour and wellbeing.
• Contribute to excursions and other College activities, ensuring students are supported to participate fully.
• Maintain accurate student records and contribute to the effective operation of the Inclusive Education Program.
• Share knowledge, strategies and practical expertise that strengthen inclusive practice across the College.

What we’re looking for

We are looking for someone who is student-centred, collaborative and genuinely passionate about inclusive education. You will bring:

• A Certificate III in Education Support.
• Experience supporting student learning, particularly students with special needs and disabilities, ideally within a school environment.
• A genuine interest in understanding and supporting students with diverse learning needs.
• The ability to build positive, respectful and trusting relationships with students, teachers and the wider College community.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work effectively as part of a team.
• Initiative, sound judgement and the ability to work with limited supervision while managing competing priorities.
• Confidence using technology, including Office 365 and assistive technologies that support student learning.
• A current Working with Children Check (WWCC) and Responding to Abuse and Neglect – Education and Care (RRHAN-EC) certificate.
• A commitment to confidentiality, professional standards and the policies and procedures of the College.
• Support for the Christian ethos of Woodcroft College and a commitment to the values of independent education.

Please note: This position is only open to applicants with current, unrestricted work rights in Australia. Visa sponsorship is not available.

What we offer

At Woodcroft College, we are committed to providing a supportive and collaborative work environment that promotes professional development and work-life balance. Our employees enjoy a range of benefits, including competitive salaries, access to ongoing training and development opportunities, and a friendly, inclusive culture.

About Us

Woodcroft College is an independent co‑educational day school for students from ELC to Year 12 located in Morphett Vale, South Australia. We exist to shape well‑balanced, successful young people and we encourage our students to explore and understand their potential.

The College offers a broad curriculum complemented by an extra‑curricular program designed to encourage students at all year levels to explore and understand their potential. Our commitment is to help every student Find Their Remarkable.

Further Information

For further information on Woodcroft College, or to download the Position Description containing all responsibilities and requirements for the position, visit http://www.woodcroft.sa.edu.au/employment

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Why Woodcroft?

Woodcroft students are able to access a world‑quality education.

They are supported in a very professional and collegial environment; the staff care about them and beyond that they have wonderful opportunities in many local, sporting and overseas programs. The world is at their doorstep.

People sometimes ask the question: Why Woodcroft? A better question is: Why not? The curriculum is internationally‑recognised; the focus is student‑centred; the pastoral care is outstanding; the extra‑curricular program is broad; and a sense of community is ever‑present. The best way to experience Woodcroft is to visit. Why not explore the website or, better still, book a College Tour? We can’t wait to welcome you to our community.

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