Inclusion Specialist - NSW North

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Goodstart Early Learning is seeking an Inclusion Specialist to deliver intensive support for vulnerable children in Northern NSW, based in Tuggerah, 19 hours per week, onsite. Reporting to the National Lead Inclusion Operations, you will implement the Recognition & Response Model, build partnerships, and advance inclusive practice while upholding Child Safe Organisation standards. Essential: tertiary qualification in early childhood education or related field, senior management experience, strong knowledge of EYLF v2, NQS, NDIS and state funding, and a current Working with Children Check. Desirable: graduate or post‑graduate study in inclusive practice and project management. Apply now through the portal; questions to Fiona at [email protected]. They champion reconciliation and equal opportunity, with flexible work options and benefits.

Role: Inclusion Specialist            

Location: Supporting services across Northern NSW

Employment Type: Part time 19 hours per week

An Inclusion Specialist is accountable to the National Lead Inclusion Operations for delivering targeted support and engaging intensive support to children identified as experiencing vulnerability and who require additional support in line with Goodstart’s Recognition & Response Model to achieve the outcomes they need to be successful in their learning and development. This role will support centre from Northern Sydney, Central Coast, Newcastle and Northern NSW regions (as required).

Your Impact:

• Support a strategic approach to meeting the objectives of the program for Teacher Accreditation and Registration, building strong internal relationships and embedding critical activities in cross-functional strategies and initiatives.
• Advocate for and contribute to the delivery of measurable results in inclusive practice uplift
• Contribute to data capture in the relevant Goodstart platform that demonstrates timely and responsive service delivery to children who require targeted and intensive support
• Continuously improve the Teaching, Learning and Support Expert Service to ensure it is meeting the needs of our centre-based teams, children, and families
• In collaboration with the National Teaching Learning and Support Team and Operations, deliver Goodstart’s vision in respect of teaching, learning and support aligned with Goodstart’s strategic direction along with agreed enterprise KPIs and measures of success.
• Adhere to and champion Child Safe Organisation requirements
• Maintain a thorough knowledge of relevant Child Protection Laws applicable to the jurisdiction and proactive response to child protection matters.

What Goodstart can offer you:

• Work for a company that has an aspiration to be globally recognised for early years practice and learning outcomes
• Gain significant investment in your growth and development with support, tools, training and experiences that will truly enhance the progress and outcomes for children in their earliest years.
• Be a part of a team and work environment where everyone feels a sense of belonging, inclusion and purpose
• Access to discounted childcare (up to 15%)
• Flexible work arrangements giving you choice about when and how work will be done in order to better manage your work and non-work needs
• Discounted health care and access to employee wellbeing program with BUPA
• Exclusive discounts on travel, gym memberships, Apple and Dell products, and more.
• Fitness Passport – access to gyms and pools for you and your family at a heavily discounted price
• Security and stability - as Australia’s largest provider of early learning and care and a not-for-profit social enterprise, we exist purely to improve the lives of Australia’s children and their families

You’ll bring to the table:

Essential:

• Tertiary qualifications in an early childhood education and/or health or welfare related discipline.
• Experience in leading change and delivering inclusive services in an education or health care setting.
• Experience at a senior management level in an early childhood education or health care setting.
• Comprehensive knowledge of community and government networks/ resources and proven skill in utilising these to develop partnerships, services and programs.
• Comprehensive knowledge of policies, frameworks and funding supports for children and families including the Early Years Learning Framework v2, National Quality Standard, Commonwealth and State Inclusion Support Programs, National Disability Insurance Scheme and relevant state-based funding (e.g School Readiness Funding, Start Strong, Kindy Uplift).
• A current and valid Working with Children Check/Police Clearance in accordance with relevant State or Territory legislation.

Desirable:

• Qualifications at graduate or post-graduate level specialising in inclusive practice
• Exposure to and confidence operating within government regulated and legislative operational environments.
• Experience in successfully managing complex projects.
• Experience developing, implementing and evaluating strategic plans.

How to apply

Click ‘Apply Now’ and submit your application.

We review applications as they are submitted. We encourage you to submit your application as soon as possible for your best chance to progress to the next stage of the process.

Have a question? Contact Fiona of our Talent Acquisition Team via email [email protected]

At Goodstart we are deeply committed to Reconciliation and encourage Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander people to apply. For further information and support email [email protected]

If you are a placement agency or external recruiter, please refrain from submitting resumes to Goodstart unless you have a signed staffing agency agreement with us. Goodstart will not be responsible for or pay any placement fees for candidates submitted by agencies that are not approved suppliers. Any resumes received from agencies or external recruiters without an agreement will be reviewed by Goodstart and may be shared with our internal recruiting team for their reference.

We review applications as they are submitted. We encourage you to submit your application as soon as possible for your best chance to progress to the next stage of the process.

Supporting our people and protecting our children

We’re an equal opportunity employer that is proud of our inclusive and diverse work environment. We know that Goodstarters from diverse cultures, backgrounds and experiences strengthen our teams and help us grow. We’re also deeply committed to Reconciliation and creating an environment where Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander People feel a strong sense of belonging and connection.

Safety is our priority and we will take any action necessary to ensure that all children can feel safe and be safe, and are safeguarded from abuse, neglect and harm. As a Child Safe Organisation, all of our candidates must have or obtain a valid working with children check.

Posting Notes: TUGGERAH, CENTRAL COAST || NSW || Australia (AU) || | || Bachelor (ECT) 4yr || Part-Time