Work Type: Fixed-term - Full-time
Salary: Salary not specified
Grade: Education Support - Level 1, Range 2
Occupation: Administration
Location: Melbourne - Northern suburbs
Reference: 1501334
Thank you for showing an interest in the advertised position at our school. Joining our school provides an excellent opportunity to join a dynamic, committed and motivated professional learning community. We are extremely proud of the culture and community that we have established.
Newbury Primary School is a government school located in the rapidly growing residential area of Craigieburn. The school opened in 2017 with 279 students and now has a student population of over 1100 students. The school is located at the intersection of Newbury and Grand Boulevard and caters for students in Years Prep to 6.
Over 80% of students identify as learners where English is an Additional Language and we provide a range of supports across the school to support them and their families including environmental print, a response to intervention approach to EAL tuition, Arabic Multicultural Education Aides and connections with external support services. We are committed to promoting an inclusive culture that encourages and promotes an understanding of race, religion, ethnicity, disability, sexual orientation, gender and identity within our school community.
Newbury Primary School is a holistic learning community that provides exceptional teaching and learning experiences. We are guided in our work by the Framework for Improving Student Outcomes 2.0 and the Timperley Inquiry and Knowledge Building Cycle. Teaching staff work in Professional Learning Communities where they undertake guided inquiries to determine the focus of their work and achieve optimal student learning outcomes.
We implement teaching practices based upon the Science of Learning to provide students with a well sequenced, comprehensive and personalised education program. Our instructional models, based upon the Gradual Release of Responsibility, include a daily review of previously taught concepts, explicit teaching using direct instruction, independent practice, reflection and self-assessment.
The teaching and learning programs are intellectually challenging, engaging, foster creativity, reflect 21st century approaches and have a strong focus on English and Mathematics. Teachers use a range of student data to complete live planning and curriculum design to ensure the needs of students are met through a personalised approach. The school values academic rigour and has high expectations of all members of the school community, both in academic pursuits and social behaviour. Learning is supported through targeted intervention and development programs.
Student wellbeing and engagement is at the centre of all that we do. Calmer Classrooms provides the foundation to a safe, secure, educationally stimulating, calm and nurturing environment where effort is recognised and intrinsic motivation encouraged. A range of supports including social skill development, School Wide Positive Behaviours and Respectful Relationships are incorporated into everyday practice to reflect the school¿s holistic approach to learning. We are proud to be a Respectful Relationships Lead School.
All teaching and support staff work collaboratively and are committed to having a shared responsibility for the emotional, social and academic development of every student. Being able to quickly build quality, positive and respectful relationships with staff, students and families, is reflected in our values of community and respect.
Our Vision
To provide a dynamic learning community where all students are empowered to learn and achieve personal success.
Our Mission
At Newbury Primary School we are committed to creating a safe, secure, educationally stimulating, calm and nurturing learning environment underpinned by high expectations and the recognition of effort. We focus on the emotional, social and academic development of every student as an avenue of developing confident, creative, compassionate and informed citizens who are actively engaged in their community. The strong sense of community is evident in the continuous, honest and open dialogue between all stakeholders. Newbury Primary School has a commitment to zero tolerance of child abuse.
The core beliefs we advocate are:
¿Student wellbeing and engagement is at the centre of all that we do
¿A positive attitude to academic and social learning is essential
¿Personal effort is to be recognised and valued
Our Values
The values that define our school community are:
Respect: Demonstrating care and consideration for ourselves and the feelings, opinions, belongings and expectations of others.
Integrity: Demonstrating honesty and trust through personal accountability and responsibility for our actions.
Effort: Demonstrating a positive attitude and the desire and determination to learn new skills, strive for improvement and be persistent.
Community: Demonstrating and promoting a sense of belonging, unity and connection that is strengthened by a clear understanding of the expectations of all members.
Joining Newbury Primary School
Joining our school provides an exciting opportunity for prospective employees with exemplary interpersonal skills and a strong commitment to working as part of our learning community to establish and embed the school¿s values, culture and philosophy. We welcome dedicated educators who are open to learning and to being challenged to accelerate their professional growth.
As a new member of our community, you will be supported through a structured induction program, with a wide range of supports available to assist you in assimilating into our community.
Our school community is fantastically diverse with over 40 different language backgrounds being represented through our families and staff. We also have a Student Wellbeing Counsellor, Mental Health Leader to further support student health and wellbeing.
It will be an expectation that the successful candidate possesses a strong work ethic and supports the work of Principal Class in continuing to provide a positive, nurturing, inclusive and stimulating learning environment in our school.
If further information is required, prospective applicants can contact our school's office on 8691 6900 to speak with the Principal, Michelle Nunn.
Please ensure you read the key selection criteria carefully to address the correct requirements.
Applications should include a curriculum vitae detailing relevant qualifications and experience, responses to the key selection criteria, and the names and contact details of three professional referees.
SC1: Demonstrated high level organisational and planning skills and the ability to meet the demands of a busy office environment.
SC2: Demonstrated highly developed computer and word processing skills, including experience in Microsoft Word and Excel.
SC3: Demonstrated high level ability to follow direction, use initiative and prioritise tasks within timelines.
SC4: Demonstrated excellent communication skills, phone manner and the ability to work and communicate effectively with a range of people including staff, students and parents and carers.
SC5: Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively in a busy and demanding environment.
Hours 8:00am-4:00pm Monday-Friday
The Administration and Enrolment Officer is based in the office and reception area and undertakes a variety of support roles under the direction of the Office Manager.
The position requires an enthusiastic person with excellent social and organisational skills, who can perform a range of office and reception functions independently. The Administration and Enrolment Officer, under the direction of the Office Manager, will be front of house and oversee the general office functions.
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.
Position 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
Hours 8:00am-4:00pm Monday-Friday