Work Type: Ongoing - Part-time
Salary: Salary not specified
Grade: Education Support - Level 1, Range 4
Occupation: Accounting, finance and procurement
Location: Melbourne - Eastern suburbs
Reference: 1479460
SC1 Demonstrated financial knowledge and management skills appropriate to the needs of a large secondary school including Accounts Receivable, Assets, Budgets, AIMS and Procurement ensuring that processes and procedures comply with Department of Education policies.
SC2 Demonstrated knowledge and capacity to use CASES21 Finance and Administration, Compass, Microsoft Excel and Word.
SC3 Demonstrated high level organisational skills to ensure the continued smooth operation of the school administration office, including the capacity to prioritise workflow, provide timely reports and meet deadlines.
SC4 Well-developed communication and people skills with the ability to interact confidently with stakeholders at all levels.
SC5 Demonstrated commitment to professional learning and growth for both self and others.
Applicants are required to address the Selection Criteria and provide three referees.
Range 4 is distinguished by broader management responsibility, particularly in the areas of finance, human resource and other support functions. Range 4 is responsible for managing a range of functions under a wide range of conditions, subject to the size and complexity of school operations.
Objectives will, generally, be clearly defined; guidelines will be broad and day-to-day direction minimal. Management responsibility extends to ensuring appropriate support levels are maintained across the school. Range 4 generally provides key support and timely advice to the leadership team and school council and liaises with the general school community, the Department and other government agencies and service providers.
Specialised professional roles will carry a high level of independence and accountability where suitable scope is provided to achieve objectives.
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.
The position involves ensuring that effective and compliant administrative processes and procedures are maintained and enhanced.
Typical duties include, but are not limited to, the following:
Individuals with the aptitude, experience and/or qualifications to fulfill the specific requirements of the position.
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.
The Department of Education is committed to the principles of equal opportunity, and diversity and inclusion for all. We value diversity and inclusion in all forms - gender, religion, ethnicity, LGBTIQ+, 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 family friendly, supportive, safe and harassment free workplaces is essential to high performance and promotes flexible work, diversity and safety across all schools and Department workplaces. It is our policy to provide reasonable adjustments for persons with a disability (see Workplace adjustment guidelines).
Additional support and advice on the recruitment process is available to Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islanders from the Koorie Outcomes Division (KOD) via [email protected]
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
PURPOSE STATEMENT
Norwood Secondary College provides a vibrant teaching and learning environment that supports enjoyment and excellence in living, learning and working.
VISION STATEMENT
Norwood Secondary College, established in 1958, is located in a beautiful setting overlooking the Mullum Mullum Creek Valley. Our well maintained and purpose built facilities blend with the environment and support a vibrant teaching and learning community.
Norwood Secondary College provides innovative and engaging teaching and learning for all students. We focus on successfully engaging students as active participants in life-long learning. Our curriculum nurtures the potential of each student and encourages them to achieve their personal best in all areas. At Norwood our students are well prepared for the challenges and rigours of an academic curriculum and thrive on the opportunities offered by our sporting, leadership, camping and outdoor education programs. Instrumental Music and Performing Arts (including school productions) are an integral part of the school¿s co-curricular program.
The College Values provide an important base for all our interactions with students and the community. Our core Values are: RESPECT, ASPIRATION, RESPONSIBILITY, RESILIENCE
At Norwood Secondary College students are provided with a sound basis for a life that is fulfilling, respectful of self, others and the environment. We prepare our students to be flexible, adaptable, innovative leaders in our local and global community.
Our bonds with the community are a source of strength and inspiration for us. Our students gain much from their links and involvement with community programs and activities, whilst the contributions of parents and friends are valued and encouraged across all aspects of College life.
NORWOOD SECONDARY COLLEGE - OVERVIEW
At Norwood Secondary College we believe that every student can learn, and each student is encouraged and supported to achieve his or her personal best.
Norwood Secondary College staff understand the need to build an educational community through quality relationships with students, parents and staff and have the growth and development of each individual as its primary focus.
Norwood Secondary College, in Byron Street Ringwood, is a single campus coeducational college with an enrolment limit of approximately 1100 students. Students come from a wide geographic area, covering up to 35 feeder primary schools. It has a very high reputation in the community, particularly with regard to student endeavour in academic results, sport, music and student leadership. A very high percentage of students stay to complete their VCE and gain entry to their first preferences to university, TAFE or a vocation of their choice.
The school offers VM for a limited number of selected students in Years 11 and 12.
An enrichment class operates for selected, high achieving students in Years 7 to 9. Students are encouraged to study a VCE subject in Year 10 and a Unit 3/4 in Year 11. Some students also undertake university studies during their Year 12.
The school offers an extensive camps and excursions program specifically designed for each year level, and comprehensive leadership development opportunities at each year level. An active Student Representative Council meets regularly and gives further opportunities for many students to develop leadership skills.
The College has a long history of sporting tradition and an excellent sporting program. Many teams achieve outstanding results and progress to zone and state level.
The College has an extensive Instrumental Music program and encourages student performance. The College achieves excellent outcomes in Art and Technology studies across all year levels.
At Norwood Secondary College we are committed to providing an experience where, in years to come, students will be proud to have attended a college where they have made lifelong friends, are lifelong learners and valuable contributors to the community.
CHILD SAFE STANDARDS
Like all Victorian government schools, Norwood Secondary College is a child safe environment. Our school actively promotes 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. Our school has a Child Safety Code of Conduct, as outlined in our Child Safety Policy, as published on our College Website.