Inclusion Support Officer

Woden Community Service (WCS) is a for-purpose organisation that has been providing community-based services for over 50 years. Our vision of ‘A caring community where everyone belongs’ is achieved through our values of Inclusion, Compassion, Hope, Responsiveness, Integrity and Social Justice.

We deliver services across the ACT covering children, families, young people and seniors inluding housing and mental health services.

Our Offer:

• Salary packaging option up to $15,899 per Fringe Benefits Tax year, with an additional Meals and Entertainment package available up to $2,650 per Fringe Benefits Tax year.
• 15 days paid personal leave per annum (pro rata) for full & part-time employees.
• 24/7 nationally recognised Employee Assistance Program (EAP), including 3 additional holistic service sessions.
• Ongoing professional development and a supportive team environment.
• Monthly external clinical supervision.
• Enjoy exclusive discounts and everyday savings on essentials at leading Australian retailers such as Woolworths and Coles, all through our Flare Benefits program.

About the Role

• Support children with additional medical, behavioural, developmental, or environmental needs to fully participate in education and care programs.
• Develop, review, and implement Strategic Inclusion Plans and Individual Support Plans.
• Assist educators and service leaders to create inclusive learning environments and practices.
• Support inclusion funding applications, documentation, claims, and reporting requirements.
• Provide on-site guidance and coaching to educators on inclusive strategies and practices.
• Build strong partnerships with families, caregivers, and external support agencies.
• Coordinate and communicate inclusion-related information with stakeholders.
• Deliver inclusion training, resources, and professional support to staff teams.
• Ensure compliance with relevant legislation, regulations, and quality standards.
• Contribute to continuous improvement, quality initiatives, and child-safe practices across Children's Services.
• Represent the organisation at community meetings, sector forums, and professional development activities.
• Promote a culture of inclusion, diversity, respect, and belonging for all children and families

About You

• Relevant qualifications in Early Childhood Education, Primary Education, Disability Support, or a related field.
• Experience supporting children with additional needs.
• Strong communication, organisation and stakeholder engagement skills.
• Knowledge of the National Quality Framework, inclusion support programs and child-safe practices.
• Current First Aid qualification, driver’s licence and access to a vehicle.