CWCS Inclusion Support Educator

CWCS Inclusion Support Educator (Fulltime or Job Share - fixed term)

Parkes Shire Council has an opportunity to join our Central West Childcare Services team as the Inclusion Support Educator. The role will be full-time or can be a job-share arrangement for a twelve month period working a combined 5 days per week during the school term.

As the Inclusion Support Educator you will assess and support Central West Childcare Services in the care for children with designated/diagnosed supported needs. This role provides practical support for learning and other inclusion activities, helping children develop their academic, social and emotional skills, in line with the child\'s individual learning outcomes. You will also engage with Allied Health services to assist with these outcomes.

Further information on the role and accountabilities are contained in the Inclusion Support Educator Position Description.

About the Opportunity

The appointment will be in accordance with the Local Government (State) Award and Parkes Shire Council\'s policies and conditions of employment. The role has been evaluated as within Grade 9 of Council\'s salary structure, and offers a starting salary for a five day working week of $63,235 per annum (or $33 per hour) and ranges up to $75,265 per annum (or $38 per hour). In addition 11.5% superannuation will be paid into a complying fund of your choice. The starting salary, within the grade, will be determined upon the qualifications, skills and experience of the successful candidate.

Remuneration and Benefits

• 38 hour working week
• Four weeks annual leave per year to be taken during school holidays
• Access to Salary Packaging options through Salary Packaging Australia (SPA)
• Health and Wellbeing Initiatives including two Health and Wellbeing days per year
• Relocation assistance available
• Training and professional development opportunities

About You

The successful applicant will require excellent administrative, organisational and time management skills to provide a high level of service to Council\'s customers while ensuring appropriate levels of confidentiality and discretion to uphold Council\'s values and policies. You will need flexibility to attend meetings and events outside of business hours.

• Vocational qualification/s in Children\'s Services or related discipline
• Demonstrated experience in early childhood education
• Sound knowledge of child development and current practices in childcare
• Knowledge of Education and Care Services National Regulation
• Knowledge of the National Quality Frameworks
• Demonstrated written and oral communication skills, including negotiation and conflict resolution
• First Aid Certificate
• CPR Certificate
• Current and maintained NSW Drivers Licence
• Current and maintained National Police History Check
• Current and maintained Working with Children Check

It will be highly desirable if you possess any of the following:

• Experience in a similar inclusion support role
• Knowledge of Harmony software
• Knowledge of Electronic Records systems
• Child protection certificate
• Food Handling Certificate

About Parkes Shire Council

Parkes Shire Council is a progressive and innovative organisation that embraces new ideas and has adopted a philosophy of continuous improvement. Council is committed to delivering progress and value to our community through living our corporate values of Community, Innovation, Integrity, Respect, Safety and Teamwork.

Council values our position as a progressive, cohesive and well respected employer of choice. We provide career development and succession planning opportunities across a large range of trades and professions. Council embraces a LEAN philosophy across its operations with ISO45001:2018 accreditation for Work Health and Safety Management System.

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How to Apply

Before you apply for this position, please read the position description carefully to assess eligibility and suitability. You will be asked to attach your current Resume (including two recent employment-related referees). A cover letter is not required. Applications must be submitted online. Parkes Shire Council operates a merit-based recruitment process and promotes Equal Employment Opportunity.

Pre-employment Screening

If shortlisted for interview, you must be prepared to undergo pre-employment screening including a physical examination (at Council\'s expense), hearing and drug and alcohol tests, and verification of certificates and qualifications. Provide the Working with Children Check number and Police History Check as applicable.

Working with Children Check: All employees require a Working with Children Check number. Applicants should possess or be willing to apply for a Working with Children Check. More information at

Privacy Statement: The information collected during the recruitment process is private and will be used for recruitment purposes.

Closing Date: 11.00pm AEST on Sunday, 19 January 2025

For a confidential discussion regarding this opportunity, contact Central West Childcare Services Coordinator, Ann-Marie Winter on

PLEASE NOTE THAT ONCE YOU START TO COMPLETE YOUR ONLINE APPLICATION, YOU CANNOT SAVE IT AND RETURN TO IT LATER.

Good luck and we look forward to receiving your application

Seniority level

• Entry level

Employment type

• Full-time

Job function

• Education and Training
• Industries: Government Administration

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