Child Development Assistant

5 days ago


Hamilton, Waikato, New Zealand McKenzie Centre Full time
Company Overview

McKenzie Centre is a leading early intervention centre for children with special needs. We provide a family-centred, play-based service that helps children realise their potential and supports the whole whānau.

We are a passionate, innovative team of early intervention professionals who work together to make a positive impact on the lives of children and families.

About Us:

  • Family-centred, play-based service
  • Passionate and innovative team
  • Dedicated to making a positive impact

Job Description

This part-time Education Support Worker role involves working with young children with disabilities in early childhood settings. The successful candidate will promote inclusion and participation in the early childhood environment and assist in the implementation of individual goals.

Responsibilities:

  • Supporting children with disabilities in early childhood settings
  • Promoting inclusion and participation
  • Assisting in goal implementation

Required Skills and Qualifications

The ideal candidate will have excellent communication skills, be child and family focused, and able to build effective relationships. Empathy and an openness to new ideas are also essential.

Key Requirements:

  • Good communication skills
  • Child and family focused approach
  • Ability to build effective relationships
  • Empathy and openness to new ideas


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