Learning Support Educator - #1130350

We believe that every child deserves to grow with joy, confidence, and purpose. As a Learning Support Educator (LSE), you will play a key role in supporting children with diverse learning and developmental needs through individualised care, inclusive practices, and values-based education.

You will work closely with teachers, parents, and specialists to nurture each child’s potential — not only academically, but also in character, life skills, and emotional well-being. This role aligns with ECDA’s Developmental Support-Learning Support (DS-LS) Framework and supports our centre’s mission of holistic education.

Job Responsibilities:

• Observe children’s learning and development to identify early signs of additional needs.

• Conduct informal observations and developmental check-ins to support early intervention planning.

• Design and implement Individual Education Plans (IEPs) or Individual Support Plans (ISPs) focusing on both learning and personal growth.

• Provide individual or small-group learning support to strengthen cognitive, social, and emotional skills.

• Collaborate with teachers to differentiate lessons and adapt activities for inclusion during play, exploration, and project work.

• Encourage positive behaviours, empathy, and self-regulation aligned with our character and life education framework.

• Communicate regularly with parents, sharing progress and practical home strategies for continued support.

• Partner with external professionals for multidisciplinary support.

• Maintain documentation and progress reports in accordance with ECDA standards.

• Contribute to a warm, inclusive, and nurturing environment where every child feels seen, valued, and capable.

Job Requirements:

• Minimum qualification: Diploma in Early Childhood Care & Education – Teaching (DECCE-T) or equivalent, recognised by ECDA.

• Preferred qualifications:

  • Advanced Certificate in Learning Support (ACLS)

  • Specialist Diploma in Learning Support (SDLS)

  • Diploma in Special Education (DISE)

• Experience supporting children with mild learning or behavioural needs in a preschool setting.

• Strong knowledge of child development, inclusive practices, and values-based teaching.

• Excellent communication and collaboration skills with teachers and families.

• Warm, patient, and reflective educator who values holistic child development.

• Inclusive education and early intervention.

• Social-emotional and character development.

• Behaviour and emotional regulation support.

• Team collaboration and professional integrity.

• Parent partnership and communication.

• Reflective and empathetic practice.