Work Type: Fixed-term - Full-time
Salary: Salary not specified
Grade: Education Support - Level 1, Range 2
Occupation: Education and training
Location: Barwon South West - Southern Grampians
Reference: 1524604
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.
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.
Responsibilities may include:
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
George Street Primary School is built on a strong culture of Inclusivity, with our students thriving under Explicit teaching of school routines and learning content set by our dedicated teachers and staff. Our student-centred approach means that every student¿s learning needs and goals are the motivation for our daily practice.
At George Street, we strive to develop students¿ sense of confidence while simultaneously fostering a sense of belonging through our organisational routines and firm but fair approach. The school has a focus on learners doing and being their best through implementing a culture of community and growth. This is done through consultation with parents/ carers and additional experts to support the implementation of student specific Individual Education Plans through Student Support Group meetings, specialists and the Disability Inclusion team where necessary.
The school currently has a high support high growth approach with educational support staff in every classroom, multiple intervention programs such as the Secret Agent Society, Rhythm to Recovery, the Nurture Program, Standing Tall mentoring as well as a highly structured approach to literacy learning. All students participate in a specific literacy program, tailored to their point of need through Little Learners Love Literacy, Phonics Plus or Spelling Mastery.
The 2026 school staffing structure has been designed to include the Principal, a Leading Teacher in School Climate and Pedagogy, 3 classroom teachers, 2 specialist teachers, a Wellbeing Officer, and multiple Educational Support Staff. With 2026 enrolment of 67 students, the staffing profile in place supports all students and enables the school to participate in a range of best practice programs and initiatives.
The Professional Learning Plan is guided by the School Strategic Plan and outlines the staff participations in School Wide Positive Behaviours, Literacy and Numeracy Communities of Practice, Berry Street Training, PIT (protective intervention program), Managing challenging behaviours, Deescalation learning, Nurture International training, PLC development and professional learning from specialist consultative in selected areas. Developing staff and capacity is a core focus of the leadership team, with all staff being supported on their professional growth journey.
The school facilities include a teaching kitchen, synthetic basketball court, full size AFL oval, various play spaces, a Library Resource Centre, dedicated intervention space, substantial ICT, and a dedicated professional learning space has been newly established.