Work Type: Fixed-term - Full-time
Salary: Salary not specified
Grade: Education Support - Level 1, Range 2
Occupation: Administration
Location: Melbourne - Southern suburbs
Reference: 1545168
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.
5 days per week
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.
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
At Mornington Park Primary School (MPPS), everything we do is guided by what we proudly call The Mornington Park Way, a culture built on strong relationships, shared values and a genuine sense of belonging. Through meaningful connections with peers, teachers and the wider community, we create a safe, welcoming and harmonious learning environment where every child is supported to grow, thrive and succeed in a changing world.
As you walk through our school you will immediately notice the warm, respectful relationships between students, staff and families. Our community lives and breathes our core values of cooperation, responsibility, kindness, honesty and perseverance. A defining strength of Mornington Park Primary School is the quality of relationships between teachers and students. Our smaller school setting allows staff to truly know every child, their strengths, interests and individual needs, ensuring students feel supported, valued and confident to take on new challenges throughout their learning journey.
Our commitment to reconciliation and cultural understanding is embedded through our Reconciliation Action Plan (RAP). Through meaningful learning experiences, students build an appreciation of local culture, history and connection to Country, developing respect for all people and living things. This work helps our students understand that they are part of a wider community and that empathy, respect and understanding are essential in the world beyond school.
Mornington Park Primary School also provides an engaging and well-resourced environment for learning and play. Our students benefit from spacious naturally lit classrooms, a multi-purpose hall, library, kitchen, craft and music spaces, along with a variety of outdoor learning and play areas that support creativity, collaboration and exploration.
A key part of The Mornington Park Way is the development of the whole child through our Behaviour Curriculum. At MPPS, positive behaviour is explicitly taught and nurtured through the Victorian Curriculum¿s Personal and Social Capability, alongside programs such as Respectful Relationships, Classroom Mastery and our long-standing commitment to School Wide Positive Behaviour Support (SWPBS). These approaches help students develop important life skills including self-awareness, emotional regulation, empathy, cooperation, conflict resolution and responsible decision making.
As children progress through the primary years, their social and emotional skills grow from foundational behaviours such as sharing and listening to more complex abilities including leadership, resilience, conflict resolution and independent decision making.
At Mornington Park Primary School we carefully monitor students¿ academic, social and emotional development, ensuring every child receives the support or extension they need to flourish. We also place great importance on smooth transitions throughout a child¿s education. Our Foundation teachers maintain strong partnerships with local kindergartens, while our Year 6 staff work closely with secondary schools to ensure students move confidently into the next stage of their learning journey.
At Mornington Park Primary School we are incredibly proud of the vibrant and supportive community we have built. Through strong relationships, shared values and a commitment to developing the whole child, The Mornington Park Way ensures every student leaves our school connected, capable and ready for the future