About this job
About the School
Innisfail State School has a proud history of serving the Innisfail community since 1887. As part of the Innisfail Canecutter Cluster of schools, we are committed to fostering success for every student by working closely with families and the local community. Guided by our motto, 'Working towards greater things,' we strive to create a sense of belonging for students, staff, and families as part of the 'Central Family.' We encourage active participation in school and community events, fostering a supportive and inclusive environment for all.
About the Role
As the Early Years Support Coordinator, you will play a vital role in enhancing early learning opportunities and family engagement through programs like the Playgroup (Little Cassowaries) and the Stay & Play initiative. This part-time role (Wednesday and Thursday) focuses on community outreach, program development, and building strong partnerships to support children's early development and learning.
Key responsibilities include:
- Developing and implementing programs to support early learning and childhood development.
- Providing support to families to maximise engagement with early childhood services, including kindergarten.
- Building and fostering relationships between the school, families, and local community services.
- Conducting home visits to provide strategies for positive early childhood experiences.
- Coordinating visits from local services to enrich program delivery and enhance family support.
This role is ideal for someone passionate about early childhood education, community engagement, and fostering strong family partnerships to support children's learning and development.
About You
The following traits would be beneficial:
- Experience in early childhood education or community development.
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills to engage with families and community stakeholders.
- Ability to develop and implement programs tailored to local community needs.
- Knowledge of early childhood development and learning strategies.
- Experience in building partnerships with community organisations and services.
Why Join Us
At Innisfail State School, you will be part of a supportive and inclusive community that values collaboration and innovation. You will have the opportunity to make a meaningful impact on the lives of children and families, working in a school that is deeply connected to its local community and committed to fostering success for all students.
Interested? To Apply:
- Attach a brief resume including contact details for 2 referees (referees should have an understanding of your relevant work history)
- Attach a 1-page written statement about how your achievements and capabilities meet the requirements of the role.
We welcome all applicants to share any support needed to ensure our recruitment process is inclusive.
Applications remain current for 12 months from the closing date and may be considered for appointment to identical or similar vacancies within the Department.
Applications from recruitment agencies will not be accepted.