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Family Support & Inclusion Officer | BendigoWe are on the lookout for passionate family support & inclusion officers to join our Bendigo teams in this newly created role. Multiple roles available!Centre include:White hill, Kennington and Huntly VillageConnect, Learn & Grow with AspireAt Aspire, our vision is in shaping a positive future for our children through our grow, learn and connect curriculum. Aspire to grow, learn and connect goes beyond what we can teach our children, it is our vision for our team, families and communities. We place a great focus on family and community engagement as we aim to inspire a love of learning in everyone.The opportunityThe Family Support and Inclusion Officer is a key role at Aspire Early Education, responsible for supporting families through the orientation process, assisting with the settling of children into their learning environments, and providing guidance for families managing behavioural concerns.This role involves initiating difficult conversations with families, connecting them with community resources, and guiding them through government funding processes. Working closely with Centre Leadership Teams, Room Leaders, and families to ensures the best outcomes for childrens wellbeing and development. You will be working Part-time 25 hours per week across five days per week. There may be options to work up to 37.5 hours.Why Aspire?Beautiful state of the art centres and resourcesAccess to an Employment Assistance Program (EAP) that is available 24/7Access a 50% gap fee discount on childcare fees at any Aspire Early Education CentreOpportunities for professional development and networkingSupportive culture and management teamGrowing organisation with opportunities for career growth and progressionAbout youMust hold a Diploma in early childhood education & care OR Above.Current Level 2 First Aid, CPR Anaphylaxis, and Asthma training certificates.Current Employee Working with Children Check.Mandatory Reporting Training.Familiarity with early childhood development and behavioural strategies.Understanding of community resources and government funding processes.Stong background in early years inclusion is highly regardedKnowledge of relevant laws and regulations, including the National Quality Framework (NQF).Our ValuesAt Aspire, our values are the foundation of everything we do. They guide how we bring our purpose and vision to life.Inspiring & Nurturing: We are committed to creating environments where children feel inspired to explore, learn, and grow. Through care, encouragement, and innovative education, we nurture the potential of every child, inspiring them to embrace their own unique path.Building Trust: Trust is the cornerstone of all meaningful relationships. We prioritise open communication, transparency, and reliability in our partnerships with families, our people, and communities, ensuring we remain a trusted ally in the pursuit of raising and educating children.Empowering Excellence: We believe in igniting excellence in our people by creating opportunities for growth, learning, and achievement. By investing in our educators and employees, we foster a culture of continuous improvement that directly impacts the quality of care and education we provide.Connecting Communities: We are passionate about building strong, connected communities where children and families thrive together. Through collaboration, shared purpose, and a commitment to making a difference, we strengthen the bonds that unite us, creating a brighter future for all.If you share our vision and want to join our community, we encourage you to apply.At Aspire Early Education and Kindergarten, we''re committed to providing a safe and inclusive environment that promotes child safety, well-being, participation, empowerment, cultural safety, and awareness for all children, including those with disabilities and from culturally diverse backgrounds, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander children and communities. Aspire Early Education and Kindergarten has a zero tolerance of child abuse and a duty of care to prevent and minimise child abuse risks in both the physical and online environments.Aspire Early Education and Kindergarten values diversity in the workplace and is an equal opportunity employer. Diverse cultures, backgrounds and experiences strengthen our teams and help us grow. We are committed to providing a workplace where every person is valued, respected, and supported to progress.We are also deeply committed to Reconciliation and creating an environment where Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander People feel a strong sense of belonging and connection.Unlock job insightsSalary match Number of applicants Skills matchYour application will include the following questions:Which of the following statements best describes your right to work in Australia? Which of the following First Aid accreditations do you currently hold? How many years'' experience do you have as an Inclusion Officer? Have you completed a Diploma in Early Childhood Education and Care? Have you worked in a role which requires a sound understanding of the National Quality Framework? Do you have a current Working With Children (WWC) Check?At Aspire Early Education & Kindergarten, we strive to provide high quality education and care, delivered by professional passionate educators. Each childs journey is unique, and we tailor every early childhood journey to each childs individual needs.We pride ourselves on delivering exceptional childcare services throughout Melbourne and its surroundings, and at our first centre in WA, Baldivis. Established in Victoria in 2017, we currently have over 27 operational centres and have a pipeline of a further 30 centres to be rolled out over the next 2-3 years.Join our team and be a part of our journey!At Aspire Early Education & Kindergarten, we strive to provide high quality education and care, delivered by professional passionate educators. Each childs journey is unique, and we tailor every early childhood journey to each childs individual needs.We pride ourselves on delivering exceptional childcare services throughout Melbourne and its surroundings, and at our first centre in WA, Baldivis. Established in Victoria in 2017, we currently have over 27 operational centres and have a pipeline of a further 30 centres to be rolled out over the next 2-3 years.Join our team and be a part of our journey!To help fast track investigation, please include here any other relevant details that prompted you to report this job ad as fraudulent / misleading / discriminatory.Researching careers? Find all the information and tips you need on career advice. #J-18808-Ljbffr