Inclusion Support Worker

ROLE SUMMARY:

As part of our team at Reddam Early Learning School (ELS), the Inclusion Support Worker 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 Worker works closely with other educators to create a supportive, respectful, and engaging learning environment where every child is empowered to succeed.

This is a full time - casual role is based at our St Leonards ELS and will be worked in betweent the hours of 9am and 4pm, Monday to Friday. 

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:

SKILLS & EXPERIENCE 

• 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.

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.