• Leading community services organisation
• Salary packaging, and competitive sector remuneration
• Permanent part-time and casual positions available
• Support inclusion and make a difference in the lives of children with all abilities

About the opportunity

We have an exciting opportunity for Additional Assistants to join our Kindergarten Inclusion Support (KIS) program.

Additional Assistants work in collaboration with Early Childhood Teachers to provide an inclusive program for all children in the kindergarten.

We are looking for motivated self-starters who can work under direction with some degree of autonomy to ensure positive outcomes for children.

At Uniting we are passionate about working together to inspire people, enliven communities and confront injustice.

We are seeking staff to work in the following local government areas:

• Bass Coast
• Baw Baw
• East Gippsland
• South Gippsland
• Wellington

View the full position description here.

About you

The ideal candidate will have:

• Preferred experience working in a kindergarten environment.
• Preferred experience working with children with all abilities.
• Good communication skills (verbal and written).
• Basic computer skills.
• Flexibility in working conditions with the ability to work across multiple sites.
• Certificate III in Children's Services (desirable).

How to apply

If this sounds like you, apply today by submitting the below.

• Cover letter (1 page outlining your suitability according to the position description)
• Current resume (no more than 3 pages).

Get in touch

For more information regarding this role, please contact Kindergarten Inclusion Support Placement Officer, Macala Heywood via macala.heywood@vt.uniting.org.

About Uniting

At Uniting we are passionate about working together to inspire people, enliven communities and confront injustice.

Visit us: www.vt.uniting.org

Uniting is a child safe organisation and is committed in everyday practice to ensure the safety and wellbeing of all children, at all times. As a ‘child safe’ organisation, employment with Uniting is subject to a satisfactory national (and international where relevant) police check and relevant Working with Children Check in your State prior to commencement of any paid or unpaid work and/or participation in any service or undertaking.

Uniting is also committed to equal opportunity and ensuring the workplace is reflective of the community. We encourage people from different backgrounds to apply, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds and people with a disability.