The Autism Connect Early (ACE) Programme is seeking a passionate and motivated Early Childhood Educator or Therapy Assistant to join our transdisciplinary team of early childhood teachers, speech pathologists, occupational therapists and positive behavioural support practitioners. You will provide specialist and quality early intervention support to children on the Autism Spectrum.  

About Ashton’s Place & ACE

Ashton’s Place Limited is a charitable foundation that supports autistic children aged between 3 and 6 years old. The Autism Connect Early (ACE) Programme in 5 early childhood centres, which provide early childhood support for children and their families.  The programme aims to promote skill development and meaningful participation in the early childhood setting using naturalistic supports.   We aim to meet children where they are at; offer individualised regulation supports; build social connection and relationships; and support them to achieve their individualised goals.  

About your role

• Working within a transdisciplinary team, you will deliver individualised and quality Early Childhood Intervention to children with Autism.

• Collaborate with the therapy team to ensure strategies to meet learning goals are embedded within children’s everyday routines.

• Support meaningful participation within the mainstream Kindergarten Programme.

• Establish and maintain collaborative relationships with families.  

• Contribute to the monitoring of skill acquisition and recording of intervention participation. 

• Participate in ongoing Autism specific intervention training with experienced educators and therapists.

• Contribute to research processes as required for programme evaluation and ongoing research.

About you

• Certificate III or Diploma in Early Childhood Education or similar. Your role within the team & renumeration will be reflected by your qualification & experience.

• Ability to Implement stimulating programs based on the children's interests, the EYLF and QKLG.

• Strong verbal communication skills. 

• Commitment to the provision of quality education to children with Autism.

• Confidence in building strong relationships and partnerships with children and families.

• Ability to observe and record children’s learning and contribute to their educational portfolios.

What we can offer you

• Negotiable, above award salary, rewarding your knowledge and experience!

• Wages paid weekly!

• 75% off out-of-pocket childcare fees!

• Additional hours a week for off the floor programming!

• Innovative learning environments where you can build strong pedagogical practice

• Annual leave allocation negotiable. 

• Access to novated vehicle leasing, enhancing your take-home pay.

• Ongoing professional development with generous yearly allowance. 

• Working within a friendly and supportive team, with peer support across disciplines, and regular (to be determined by you) support and supervision from experienced therapists or external supervisors.

• Comprehensive onboarding process, including specific training based on best practice education and therapeutic approaches.

• Acknowledge your contribution and the ideas / skills you bring to the team. Your contribution to the programme is encouraged.

• State of the art facilities and hand-picked resources in beautiful surroundings.

How to apply

This exciting opportunity won't last long! Apply today to embark on a journey that rewards your excellence! Or please send your resume and cover letter to li•@ashtonsplace.com.au

More more information please contact Ashton's Place Clinical Director - Liz Barclay – 04•• ••• 639