Work Type: Ongoing - Full-time
Salary: Salary not specified
Grade: Education Support - Level 1, Range 2
Occupation: Administration
Location: Melbourne - Western suburbs
Reference: 1519366
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.
SC7 The ability to provide first aid support to students from Prep to Year 12.
School holiday attendance is required for up to five days (full-time equivalent) for this position.
An education support class position at this range will perform tasks that are carried out in accordance with guidelines, accepted practice, and school policy under supervision and direction. This may include coordination of other education support class staff within the work area or educational program.
An education support class position supports the educational services being provided to students but must not include duties of a teacher as defined in clause 2.6.1 of the Education and Training Reform Act 2006 (Vic) or its successor. Supervision of students can be required individually or in groups up to 4 in controlled circumstances and where the responsibility for students remains clearly with a teacher.
Certification and/or qualifications of up to three years can be required at this level (noting that Registered Nurse is not included at this level, the first level for which is Level 1 range 3).
A role at this range may include:
An education support class position at this range commencing at the base will initially be limited to undertaking routine tasks that are carried out under close supervision and direction. Work that carries some degree of independence will generally involve a limited number of tasks performed on a regular basis where priorities are clear, procedures are well established, and direction is readily available. Subject to any specific qualification and/or training requirement, an education support class employee employed in this range may be progressively required to undertake coordination, specialised student/teacher support tasks, or technical tasks as experience in the role is gained.
Liaise with school staff in regard to support requirements
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
Altona College welcomes all staff, students and families into a rich learning environment. Our vision for effective education is focused on a careful balance of student Achievement, Wellbeing and Engagement (AWE). Recognising that these three pillars are essential in providing a stable school experience, we attempt to carefully monitor and respond to the needs of each student, to build upon our use of practices and strategies that are most likely to yield the strongest outcomes, for the greatest number of learners.
Our three pillars are pursued as follows:
Set close to Altona Beach, our College predominantly serves residents of Altona and Seaholme, sharing the 3018 postcode. Due the tight proximity of our enrolments, a large percentage of our students walk or ride to school, with many families making a regular habit of walking to and from school together. In addition, bus services and proximity to both Altona and Westona train stations mean that additional enrolments are attracted from families in other areas of Hobsons Bay, subject to capacity. As housing demands and affordability shifts in the area, many families who commence their education at the College also choose to move further away while still retaining their enrolment.
With three primary schools located within the Altona College secondary zone, our overall enrolment consists of approximately 3 secondary students for every one primary. Most of our secondary enrolments come from our local primary schools and are often already known to our own year 6 graduates, highlighting strong local connections that are supported through sport, arts and community service organisations.
Our enrolment continues to grow, but is expected to stabilise in the coming years. Projections suggest that our Primary enrolment will range between 250 ¿ 325 students over the coming years, while the secondary school could accommodate up to 865 students if current enrolment trends continue.
If you're ready to work with purpose, lead with integrity, and grow as part of a supportive, forward-thinking team, we invite you to join us at Altona College - where your impact will truly matter.
Nathan Guthridge
Principal