About Us
At Gateways Support Services we walk alongside children, young people and adults with disability and their families to help build independence, confidence and connection. Our services span early childhood intervention, respite, skill development, independent living, specialist care, and more, always shaped around the needs of each individual.
About Us
At Gateways Support Services we walk alongside children, young people and adults with disability and their families to help build independence, confidence and connection. Our services span early childhood intervention, respite, skill development, independent living, specialist care, and more, always shaped around the needs of each individual. We are a diverse team of mountain bike riders, comedians, skiers, surfers, gamers, movie buffs, musicians, cat people, dog people and more. What unites us is a shared passion for supporting people with disability and making every day a better day. Guided by our values of Commitment, Opportunity, Respect, Excellence and Empathy, everything we do is about creating safe, high-quality supports that help people thrive and enjoy a better quality of life.
About The Role
As an Inclusion Support Additional Assistant, you'll play a vital role in supporting Educators to make a difference in a child's early education journey. Each day, you'll engage with energetic children as they learn and grow through play in the kindergarten environment, including children with disabilities and higher support needs.
We currently have multiple part time positions based across Geelong/Barwon, working shifts Monday-Friday (school term time only) to commence immediately.



Zones with current vacancies/lines are listed below:
Zone 1
Whittington - Tues, Wed & Thurs: 9.00am-2.00pm (15 hours per week)
Geelong West - Mon:1.30pm-4.30pm Tues:9.30am-*****pm (6 hours per week)
Geelong West - Mon & Wed: 9.00AM-3.30PM (12 hours per week)
East Geelong- Tues:9.00am-*****pm Thurs:9.30am-4.00pm (9 hours per week)
Zone 2
Mount Duneed - Mon & Tues: 9.30am-4.00pm (12 hours per week)
Zone 5
Corio- Thurs & Fri *****am-1:45pm (10 hours per week)
Lara - Tues & Wed *****am-1:45pm (7.5 hours per week)
Lara - Wed & Fri *****am-3.00pm (10 hours per week)
Lara - Wed & Thurs *****am-2.00pm (8 hours per week)
Lovely Banks - Mon & Wed 9.00am-3.30pm (12 hours per week)
Bell Post Hill - Days and shifts still being determined (9 hours per week)
Duties will include
Support children by implementing behaviour management plans and individual strategies tailored to their needs.
Work collaboratively with the education team, modelling a consistent and positive approach.
Show initiative to create an inclusive, supportive, and engaging environment for all children.
Access funded training and professional development opportunities to build your skills in inclusive education.
What you will bring to the role
Enthusiasm, patience, and a genuine interest in supporting children of all abilities.




Passion for connecting with young children, keeping them engaged in play-based learning, and celebrating their growth and development.
Working with Children Check, police check & completion of the NDIS Workers Orientation Module and National Child Safety Training (or willingness to obtain).
Relevant qualification - not required, but it will attract a higher hourly rate.
Excellent communication skills, with the ability to problem solve.
Strong emotional intelligence and interpersonal skills.
Ability to work cohesively in a team environment.
Why Gateways?
Above award rates
Additional leave entitlements including personal, compassionate, and family and domestic violence leave
Ongoing training and personal development opportunities
Paid parental leave, reproductive leave and pregnancy loss leave for permanent employees
At Gateways, we know that diversity makes us stronger and belonging makes us better. We want every team member to feel safe, respected and valued for who they are.
We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds and lived experiences, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, people from culturally and linguistically diverse communities, LGBTQIA+ people, and people with disability.
If you need any adjustments to the recruitment process so you can show us your best self, please let us know. We want this experience to be fair, inclusive and accessible for everyone.
Child safety is embedded in our culture. Gateways are proud to be a child secure organisation with zero tolerance for child abuse.
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📌 Inclusion Support Additional Assistant Barwon (Geelong)
🏢 Gateways Support Services
📍 Geelong