Work Type: Ongoing - Full-time
Salary: Salary not specified
Grade: Education Support - Level 1, Range 3
Occupation: Administration
Location: Barwon South West - Greater Geelong
Reference: 1496850
SC1 High level organisational skills, including the capacity to prioritise work flows.
SC2 High level written and verbal communication skills.
SC3 Demonstrated capacity to provide advice and support to management in respect to the work area and to initiate ideas to create an efficient, productive administrative environment.
SC4 Willingness to embrace the school¿s values and demonstrated capacity to work positively and collaboratively in an environment that is dynamic, innovative and open.
SC5 Demonstrated experience and skills in Occupational Health and Safety, Emergency Management, Compass Communication platform and Cases 21.
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.
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
If you are interested in being a founding member of the Yirrama Primary School team and playing a lead role in shaping our culture, we encourage you to apply to our brand-new school in Charlemont. There is nothing more rewarding than being part of an inaugural staffing model where you help build a school from the ground up.
At Yirrama Primary School, staff wellbeing and a supportive workplace are a top priority. If you¿re seeking a positive environment where people feel valued and connected, our school may be the right fit for you.
If you would like to know more about this important administration role, please get in contact with the Principal on 0407 579 041.
Opening in 2026, Yirrama Primary School will accommodate up to 525 local students from Prep to Year 6. Located in Charlemont, within the City of Greater Geelong, the school is surrounded by parklands and close to Barwon Heads Road, Waurn Ponds Creek, and the Barwon River. The site sits conveniently near the Charlemont Rise Town Centre, placing the school at the heart of this rapidly growing community.
We are committed to providing a safe, caring, and high-achieving learning environment where every child is supported to set goals, thrive, and take pride in their achievements. Our dedicated staff will bring diverse experience and expertise, working together to ensure each student¿s learning journey is enriched.
Yirrama Primary School will offer a rich and engaging curriculum with a strong focus on Literacy and Numeracy, complemented by high-quality specialist programs in Physical Education, Visual Arts, Science, and Performing Arts.