Early Childhood Inclusion Support Educator

Early Childhood Inclusion Support Educator

**Location**:Sydney, AU

**Date**:23 Feb 2025

**Application closing date**:14/03/2025
- Inspired Education is the leading global group of premium schools, with a portfolio of 118 premium private schools spanning 6 continents which utilise proven educational practices from every corner of the globe, ensuring over 90,000 students receive a world-class learning experience from Early Learning to Year 13.
- In 27 countries, Inspired schools are individually developed and anchored in the vibrant cultures of their respective locations. They collectively form an international family of schools that nurtures each student's academic and personal development in a progressive, dynamic, and innovative learning environment.
- By joining our award-winning team of over 13,000 employees, you can work in state-of-the-art facilities alongside industry-renowned educators and leaders in some of the world's most desirable locations. We invest heavily in our team members who enjoy industry-leading professional development, exceptional career opportunities, and mobility across our group.

**ROLE SUMMARY**:

- As part of our team at Reddam Early Learning School (ELS), the Inclusion Support Educator plays a key role in ensuring that all children receive tailored support to thrive in a nurturing and inclusive early learning environment.This position follows the Reggio Emilia approach, placing a strong emphasis on inclusive, child-led learning and fostering a love for learning. The Inclusion Support Educator works closely with other educators to create a supportive, respectful, and engaging learning environment where every child is empowered to succeed.

**This role is based at our St Leonards ELS and is a permanent, part-time position (3 days a week - Monday, Tuesday, Friday, 5 hours per day).**

**KEY RESPONSIBILITIES**:

- Provide tailored, individual support to children with additional needs, ensuring their inclusion and active participation in the classroom activities and learning experiences.
- Work closely with the Room Leader and other educators to implement an inclusive, inquiry-based programme inspired by the Reggio Emilia approach.
- Create a safe and inclusive learning environment, ensuring that all children feel valued, respected, and supported to achieve their full potential.
- Ensure all care and safety standards are met, in line with regulatory requirements and Reddam House's high standards.
- Maintain comprehensive and ongoing documentation of each child's development, using reflective practices to inform planning and individualised support.
- Curate stimulating and developmentally appropriate indoor and outdoor learning environments that inspire curiosity and creativity.
- Collaborate with the broader team to promote a positive, inclusive, and supportive learning culture, contributing to team planning and professional growth.

**THE IDEAL CANDIDATE WILL HAVE**:

- Experience in early childhood education, with a demonstrated passion for supporting young children's development.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build collaborative relationships with colleagues, children, and families.
- Ability to contribute to team planning and work collaboratively to create a positive, inclusive environment.

**PERSONAL ATTRIBUTES**
- Passionate and nurturing.
- Creative and flexible, with the ability to adapt learning environments and approaches to meet the needs of diverse learners.
- Curious and reflective, consistently seeking ways to improve practice and engage children in meaningful, inquiry-based learning.
- Collaborative and team-oriented, contributing positively to a culture of learning and respect among both educators and children.
- Empathetic and patient, demonstrating an ability to build trust and strong relationships with young children.

**QUALIFICATIONS**
- Valid Working With Children Check (WWCC)

**SAFEGUARDING STATEMENT**
- Inspired Education Group is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff, volunteers and other third parties to share this commitment. Safer recruitment practices and pre-employment background checks will be undertaken before any appointment is confirmed.