Work Type: Fixed-term - Full-time
Salary: Salary not specified
Grade: Education Support - Level 1, Range 2
Occupation: Education and training
Location: Melbourne - Northern suburbs
Reference: 1527922
Merriang Special Developmental School is a dual campus, government specialist school located in the City of Whittlesea.
The Later Years Campus and main administration offices are located in Duncan Road Lalor and is attended by secondary aged students, whilst primary aged students attend the Early Years Campus located in South Morang.
The schools vision is ' To lead special education through exemplary and innovative practice'. Our school values of Safety, Respect and Active Learning align to the schools expected behaviours of Be Safe, Be Respectful and Be a Learner.
The school continues to promote a positive learning environment through SWPBS and our behaviour purpose statement reflects this commitment 'Merriang promotes effective, social and purposeful learning by creating a safe and positive school environment. Through predictable and consistent school wide behavioural learning expectations we will empower, engage and support all members of the school community."
SC1. Demonstrated ability to manage students with an intellectual disability and challenging behaviour.
SC2. Demonstrated ability to form collaborative partnerships with staff, families and community members from a range of professional and cultural backgrounds.
SC3. Demonstrated excellence in oral and written communication.
SC4. Demonstrated commitment to ongoing professional development, particularly in the area of allied health support.
SC5. Demonstrated ability to work as part of a collaborative, multidisciplinary team.
SC6. Demonstrated experience and capability to support the implementation of allied health programs to support educational programs in a special education setting.
[Attendance requirement 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.
The responsibilities of this position will be:
Support the Allied Health team to develop, deliver and evaluate Allied Health services for students.
Provide support in programs for teachers in classrooms as directed by the Allied Health staff.
Support Allied Health staff to deliver professional development programs for staff in the areas within the scope of practice of Allied Health.
Maintain appropriate records and provide written and oral reports in line with school policies and procedures.
Assist students on an individual or group basis in specific learning areas.
Assist with the communication between students and teachers, particularly the interpretation of instructions.
Provide basic physical and emotional care for students.
Participate in team meetings.
Assist with toileting, meals and lifting to students requiring special care where required.
Provide medical intervention support to a student who has a specific medical condition that requires assistance.
Assist with the supervision of pupils in playgrounds, at camps, on excursions, in sporting activities, therapy activities and life skills.
Assist in the preparation of student resources and equipment.
Prepare basic curriculum support resources.
Set up and put away equipment and materials in support of teaching programs.
Observe students and draw the attention of the teacher to them where necessary.
Participate in the monitoring and evaluation of programs and evaluation of individual student involvement and achievement.
Assist with communication between teachers and non-English speaking parents/students.
Assist in the translation of documents.
Assist students with the preparation and service of meals.
Ensure work areas and materials, equipment and appliances are maintained in a clean and ready to use condition.
Assist in the preparation of equipment and purchasing of materials and supplies as required.
Assist students with the preparation and service of meals.
Ensure work areas and material, equipment and appliances are maintained in a clean and ready to use condition.
Assist in the preparation of equipment and purchasing of materials and supplies as required.
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