Work Type: Fixed-term - Part-time
Salary: Salary not specified
Grade: Education Support - Level 1, Range 3
Occupation: Administration
Location: Melbourne - Eastern suburbs
Reference: 1507612
SC1 Demonstrated capacity to perform duties consistent with established guidelines and frameworks, including coordinating and supporting others in respect to specific work functions relevant to the role.
SC2 Demonstrated capacity to work and collaborate with others in a team environment.
SC3 Demonstrated capacity to communicate effectively in a team environment, including high level oral and written communication skills.
SC4 Possess the technical knowledge and expertise relevant to the position.
SC5 Demonstrated capacity to provide advice and support to management and other school staff in respect to the work area.
SC6 A commitment to professional learning and growth for both self and others.
Range 3 is distinguished by the introduction of management responsibility and accountability for the delivery of professional support services. The role will usually impact beyond the work area or professional field. It seeks to gain cooperation of other staff members or members of the school community to achieve specific objectives, such as in school administration, operations or educational programs.
Direction on targets and goals is provided but the position will have some degree of latitude in determining how they are achieved. This latitude will generally be limited by standard procedures and school policy. Deviation from standard procedures and school policy will require guidance and direction from senior management.
The provision of business management responsibilities becomes a feature at range 3. Management of staff to achieve the expected outcomes is a key responsibility. Staff management issues will be resolved with minimal reference to senior management, although guidance will be required in more complex cases. Senior management will be provided with timely reports and advice, although this will generally be confined to matters relating to the immediate work area, service provision or educational program and is unlikely to impact substantially on whole of school operations.
This is the minimum range for positions that carry a mandatory qualification requirement of not less than four years. Professional student support positions become a feature at range 3 (e.g. therapists, psychologists) where standard professional services are delivered. Professional support and guidance will be close at hand and deviation from standard procedures and school policy will require guidance and direction from senior management.
An education support class position supports the educational services being provided to students, but must not include duties of teaching as defined in clause 2.6.1 of the Education and Training Reform Act 2006 (Vic) or its successor. Supervision of students cannot be required except where it is an integral part of the employee¿s position or involves supervision of students individually or in small groups, in controlled circumstances, where the responsibility for students remains clearly with a teacher.
The role requires working between 8.45 am and 3.30 pm, 4 days a week. Days and hours of attendance can be negotiated with the successful applicant.
Office & Reception Administration
OH&S Administration
First Aid and Health Needs
Further duties
Individuals with the aptitude, experience and/or qualifications to fulfill the specific requirements of the position.
The department is committed to diversity and inclusion and developing a workforce that is representative of the community we service. We value diversity and inclusion in all forms - culture, gender, religion, ethnicity, LGBTIQA+, disability and neurodiversity. Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander candidates are strongly encouraged to apply for roles within the Department. The Department recognises that the provision of safe, respectful and inclusive workplaces is essential to high performance and promotes flexible work and diversity across all schools and Department workplaces. It is our policy to provide reasonable adjustments for staff with disability (see Workplace adjustment guidelines).
Additional support and advice on the recruitment process is available to Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander candidates from the Koorie Outcomes Division (KOD) via [email protected]
Applicants seeking part-time employment are encouraged to apply for any teaching service position and, if they are the successful candidate, request a reduced time fraction. Such requests will be negotiated on a case-by-case basis and will be subject to the operational requirements of the school.
Victorian government schools are child safe environments. Our schools actively promote the safety and wellbeing of all students, and all school staff are committed to protecting students from abuse or harm in the school environment, in accordance with their legal obligations including child safe standards. All schools have a Child Safety Code of Conduct consistent with the department's exemplar available at:
https://www2.education.vic.gov.au/pal/child-safe-standards/policy
The department's employees commit to upholding the department's Values: Responsiveness, Integrity, Impartiality, Accountability, Respect, Leadership and Human Rights. The department's Values complement each school's own values and underpin the behaviours the community expects of Victorian public sector employees, including those who work in Victorian Government Schools. Information on the department values is available at:
https://www2.education.vic.gov.au/pal/values-department-vps-school-employees/overview
Description and Location
Burwood East Special Developmental School provides educational programs for primary and secondary school-aged students with a moderate to severe intellectual disability. Some students may also have other areas of need, such as sensory and physical impairments and/or autism spectrum disorder.
The school is a purpose-built facility located in a quiet residential area in Burwood East and provides a safe and inclusive learning environment. Learning areas include well-equipped classrooms, dedicated specialist spaces and multiple outdoor learning areas.
The school currently caters for a total of 80 students, with an enrolment of 68 school-aged students and 12 pre-school students enrolled in the Early Education Program on a part-time basis. School-aged students attend school daily from 9:00am to 3:00pm.
The school¿s designated transport zone covers eastern suburbs, including the suburbs of Nunawading, Blackburn, Box Hill, Burwood, Balwyn, Hawthorn, Kew, Doncaster, Templestowe and Vermont South. Eligible school-aged students living within the designated transport zone have access to free transport to and from school.
Curriculum
We follow the Victorian Curriculum F - 10 V.2.0 to plan individual learning for students, and we also offer the ASDAN programs for our senior secondary students in preparation for their post-school transition. Teachers collaborate via the Professional Learning Community structure with the supports of dedicated curriculum leaders.
Students¿ learning and wellbeing outcome improvement are at the centre of every decision at Burwood East SDS. A teacher at Burwood East SDS is also seen as a learner, together we aspire to provide the very best education for students. We celebrate diversity and individuality, providing a safe and mutually respectful environment. An emphasis is placed on students developing skills, knowledge and independence that they will use as young adults in their post-school life.
Staffing
The school is staffed with 14 classroom teachers, 3 specialist teachers, 19 teacher assistants, 2 occupational therapists, 2 speech pathologists, a music therapist, a consultant physiotherapist, a mental health practitioner, a family support coordinator, an NDIS navigator, admin support team and leadership team. The team collaboration is vital to providing support to our transdisciplinary approach to student learning.
Community Involvement
Burwood East SDS encourages parent and community involvement. Participation in curriculum and social activities, celebration of student achievement and special events is valued and encouraged. Parents/carers frequently participate in organised parent activities such as information sessions and social events.