Connect, Learn & Grow with Aspire At Aspire Early Education and Kindergarten, our vision is to shape a positive future for children through our Grow, Learn & Connect curriculum. This vision extends beyond the classroom — it guides how we support our teams, families, and communities. Family and community engagement sit at the heart of everything we do. We are excited to introduce a newly created role and are seeking a passionate Family Inclusion Support Officer to join our team at Thornhill Village Centre . The Opportunity As a Family Inclusion Support Officer, you will play a vital role in supporting children and families to feel welcomed, understood, and empowered throughout their early learning journey. Working closely with Centre Leadership Teams, Room Leaders, and families, you will: Support families through the orientation and enrolment process Assist children and families with smooth transitions and settling into care Provide guidance to families navigating behavioural concerns and inclusion needs Facilitate respectful, solution-focused conversations with families Connect families with relevant community services and support networks Assist families to understand and access government funding and inclusion supports Collaborate with educators to promote positive wellbeing and developmental outcomes for all children This is a part-time role (25 hours per week across five days) , with potential to increase to up to 37.5 hours for the right candidate. Why Join Aspire? Beautiful, state-of-the-art centres and resources 50% gap fee discount on childcare fees at any Aspire Early Education Centre Paid Birthday Leave Access to a 24/7 Employment Assistance Program (EAP) Ongoing professional development and networking opportunities Supportive, values-driven leadership and culture A growing organisation with genuine career progression opportunities About You To be successful in this role, you will bring: A Diploma in Early Childhood Education & Care (or higher) Current Level 2 First Aid, CPR, Anaphylaxis & Asthma certifications A valid Employee Working with Children Check Mandatory Reporting Training Strong knowledge of early childhood development and behaviour guidance strategies Understanding of inclusion supports, community resources, and government funding processes A strong background in early years inclusion (highly regarded) Sound knowledge of the National Quality Framework (NQF) and relevant legislation Our Values Inspiring & Nurturing – We create environments where children feel safe, inspired, and supported to grow. Building Trust – We value open communication, transparency, and strong partnerships. Empowering Excellence – We invest in our people and foster continuous learning and growth. Connecting Communities – We strengthen families and communities through collaboration and shared purpose. Our Commitment Aspire Early Education and Kindergarten is committed to child safety, inclusion, and wellbeing. We provide a culturally safe environment for all children, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander children and children from diverse backgrounds. We have zero tolerance for child abuse and are proud to be an equal opportunity employer that values diversity and inclusion. If you share our vision and are passionate about supporting children and families to thrive, we’d love to hear from you.
