Work Type: Ongoing - Full-time
Salary: Salary not specified
Grade: Education Support - Level 1, Range 3
Occupation: Education and training
Location: Melbourne - Eastern suburbs
Reference: 1521899
SC 1 Demonstrated capacity to deliver individualised or small-group interventions as directed by Allied Health Professionals.
SC 2 Demonstrated capacity to work as part of a collaborative, multidisciplinary professional team and contribute to the achievements of the team.
SC 3 Ability to modify practice in order to engage students with a disability
SC 4 Demonstrated interest in working with children and adolescents with an intellectual disability.
SC 5 Commitment to ongoing professional development and willingness to share knowledge and skills with members of the school community.
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.
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.
We are a multidisciplinary Allied Health Team working within a specialist education setting in Victoria. Our team includes Occupational Therapists, Speech Pathologists, and Physiotherapists who collaborate closely with teachers, support staff, and families to improve student participation, communication, wellbeing, and independence.
We are seeking a motivated and compassionate Allied Health Assistant (AHA) to join our team and support the delivery of therapy programs across the school.
The Allied Health Assistant will work under the delegation and supervision of qualified allied health professionals to support students with diverse and complex needs. This role involves:
¿ Assisting with the delivery of therapy programs (OT, SP, PT)
¿ Supporting individual and small¿group sessions
¿ Preparing therapy materials, visuals, and resources
¿ Assisting with data collection and documentation
¿ Supporting students with communication systems (e.g., AAC, visuals)
¿ Helping implement movement, sensory, and functional skill programs
¿ Collaborating with teachers and education support staff
¿ Contributing to a positive, safe, and inclusive school environment
This is a hands¿on role suited to someone who enjoys working directly with students and being part of a supportive, collaborative team.
We are seeking applicants who demonstrate:
¿ A genuine interest in working with children and young people with disabilities
¿ Strong communication and teamwork skills
¿ A warm, patient, and proactive approach
¿ Willingness to learn and take direction from allied health professionals
¿ Ability to work flexibly across classrooms and therapy spaces
Highly desirable:
¿ Currently studying Occupational Therapy, Speech Pathology, or Physiotherapy
¿ Completion of a Certificate III or IV in Allied Health Assistance
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
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Please note that the selection panel may seek additional referees beyond those you name. Consistent with policy, we shall advise you if we will take this action.
Marnebek School is a prominent dual-campus specialist school located in Cranbourne, dedicated to providing exceptional educational outcomes for students with intellectual disabilities from Foundation to Year 12. Recently, Marnebek School received a significant investment of $38.34 million from the State Government to modernize and enhance our facilities.
This substantial funding has enabled the creation of new purpose-built classroom learning environments on both campuses, alongside state-of-the-art resource spaces. These spaces now house specialized programs in STEM, Food Technology, Physical Education, Art, and Library facilities.
To gain insight into the Marnebek experience, please view our promotional video at the following link: Marnebek School Experience Video. This video illustrates our commitment to supporting our students in achieving the highest learning outcomes possible.
Our educational approach is guided by a clear vision and set of values:
School Vision: Marnebek School is committed to fostering a stimulating and engaging environment where students can embrace learning and realize their full potential. We prioritize their social, emotional, and physical well-being, empowering them to become active and valued members of their community.
School Values: At Marnebek School, we uphold the values of Resilience, Respect, and Responsibility in every facet of our community:
Our strategic focus centres on enhancing literacy and numeracy skills among our students throughout our comprehensive four-year plan. This initiative stems from our self-evaluation report, which identified areas for improvement under the Framework for Improving Student Outcomes (FISO) in Teaching and Learning.
Throughout this strategic plan, we aim to build the capacity of our educators to deliver high-quality teaching tailored to students with diverse disabilities. We set rigorous standards for professional teaching practices, empowering our staff to take ownership of student learning and fostering a collaborative, supportive school culture.
Should you have any further inquiries or wish to learn more about Marnebek School, please do not hesitate to contact us.