Early Childhood Australia, NT Branch is the Northern Territory Inclusion Agency (NT-IA), The NT-IA receives Australian Government funding to operate across the Northern Territory as part of the Inclusion Support Programme (ISP).

As an Inclusion Professional you will have the opportunity to live and work in Central Australia where the sun shines 9 months of the year and is perfect for exploring the great outdoor lifestyle. Although based in Alice Springs staff do travel to remote communities to support indigenous early childhood programs along the way you will get to view the amazing landscape within the region.

Early Childhood Australia, NT Branch offers a commitment to continuous training and development, flexible work hours, great workplace culture and strengths based environment.

If you have a 'can do' attitude, love a challenge and have a confident and approachable personality, as well as an interest in best and next best practice in early childhood education and care, this is an excellent opportunity develop and showcase your skills.

The Role

As a member of the Early Childhood Australia NT Branch, Inclusion Agency team you will:

work directly with services and stakeholders to deliver inclusion support to ECEC services, educators and parents
work to promote an understand of inclusion, which focuses on all children being seen as capable and contributing in their environment
work closely with other NT-IA Inclusion Professionals team members to deliver support to the ECEC sector which is flexible and responsive to needs and in accordance with ISP Guidelines.

To be considered for the position you will have

Selection Criteria

Essential

tertiary qualifications in education (early/middle childhood) with relevant sector experience
demonstrated experience and knowledge of in inclusive practice in relation to all children
experience and competence in working in across cultural and Indigenous community contexts
effective oral and written communication skills
ability to facilitate change through the use of reflective practice and a strength based approach
high level competence in the use of information technology including data bases
current driver's license and use of a comprehensively insured, registered motor vehicle
ability to travel, including to remote communities by 4WD vehicle or light aircraft and stay overnight
current NT working with children approval, NT criminal history check, Senior First Aid

How to Apply

For further Information and detailed position description contact: Bronwyn Truscott ph. 08 7999 8001 or email: bronwyn.truscott@ecant.org.au

Applications must include a cover letter (Max 2 pages) that addresses the Selection Criteria; include a Resume and the contact details of three referees.

Please note:

All applications will be reviewed on receipt. Only suitable candidates will be considered and they will be contacted if shortlisted.

ECA-NT is an equal opportunity employer. Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples and people with disabilities are strongly encouraged to apply.

Early Childhood Inclusion Professional

Early Childhood Australia NT Branch Alice Springs NT 0870

Early Childhood Australia NT Branch

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