Kindergarten Inclusion Support KIS - Project Engagement Officer
Kindergarten Inclusion Support KIS - Project Engagement Officer
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About Scope
Scopes purpose is to create meaningful opportunities for people with disability to belong and thrive. We support people with physical intellectual and multiple disabilities to achieve their goals. Scope is a registered provider under the NDIS and delivers a range of services including supported independent living short term accommodation (respite) social connections lifestyle options therapy and employment services in over 420 service locations across Victoria and NSW.
About Your Role
Scope has an exciting and unique opportunity for a Kindergarten Inclusion Support (KIS) Project Engagement Officer to work within ourTherapy department.
The role is responsible for gathering data through a process of review observation consultation and reflection with relevant stakeholders including the Scope KIS Inclusion Team the Additional Assistant peer group and kindergarten services.
You will be required to have access to a suitable vehicle to enable onsite visits to early childhood services across the Northeast of Victoria Region.
The role is a parttime 6 month fixed term role where you will be required to work 4days per week.
Your Key Focus
Reporting to the Inclusion Support Manager (KIS) the role is responsible for reflecting on and reporting the research data gathered making recommendations and collaborating on the development of an action plan based on these findings with the KIS Leadership Team.
In your role you will:
- Seek feedback from both current and past Additional Assistants regarding the benefits and challenges of working in the SCOPE KIS Program
- Review our current Framework and observe our current practices for supporting our Additional Assistant workforce.
- Consult with kindergarten stakeholders regarding any perceived barriers identified in the skills and training of our Additional Assistants workforce within the perimeters of the programs guidelines.
- Observe Additional Assistants in practice to identify further supports and training that would be beneficial in carrying out their role
- Make recommendations and collaborate on the development of an action plan based on these findings with the KIS Leadership Team.
What We Look For
- Minimum Diploma Level in Early Childhood Education and Care
- Demonstrated knowledge of early childhood education and complexities faced in the early childhood sector
- Strong problem solving and analytical skills with a demonstrated ability to critically analyse issues and develop and implement effective solutions
- Ability to prioritse tasks and manage time effectively
- Experience in mentoring and coaching early childhood educators
- A minimum of 3 years experience working in early childhood settings
View the position description Here
We are committed to filling this role quickly so while applications for this role will close on Sunday 20th April 2025 we will be reviewing applications as they come in and may interview suitable candidates prior to closing date. To avoid missing outapply now.
Scope as an Employer
At Scope we Celebrate our people by rewarding you with access to an exclusive benefits platform. You will have access to cashback vouchers and discounts to over 500 popular retailers covering groceries fuel entertainment wellbeing and so much more. Its one of the ways we thank our team for the ongoing and valued contribution they make to the lives of the people we support.
Scope (Aust) is a 2024Circle Back Initiative Employer we commit to respond to every applicant.
Agencies: Whilst we appreciate your interest we are confident we can find a great candidate without external support.
Take your career on a journey with Scope and work proactively with us to achieve our purpose!
Please direct enquiries to Emily Poynton
If at any time you require us to adjust our recruitment process to meet your individual needs please email
Please note successful applicants will be required to hold a NDIS Worker Screening Check Clearance and a Working with Children Check. If you have lived or worked for a continuous period of 12 months or more in another country within the last 10 years a certified International Police Check from that country or countries will also be required. Please note that the offer will be conditional on meeting these requirements.
Required Experience:
Unclear Seniority
Employment Type
Part-Time
