Work Type: Fixed-term - Part-time
Salary: Salary not specified
Grade: Education Support - Level 1, Range 2
Occupation: Education and training
Location: Gippsland - Baw Baw
Reference: 1542789
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
Tanjil South Primary School was established in 1887 and is located in the Baw Baw Shire, 120 kilometres east of Melbourne. It draws its students from the small local township and more commonly broader afield within the Latrobe Valley. We currently have an enrolment of 10 students. The school aims to: ¿ develop self-disciplined, questioning and caring students ¿ encourage children to reach their individual potential and experience success at school ¿ provide a challenging and stimulating curriculum ¿ support a positive, safe and friendly environment ¿ encourage parents, teachers, students, and the community to work together as a team to further develop and improve the school ¿ provide equal opportunity for all members of the school community ¿ encourage responsibility, independence, problem solving, leadership, active learning and creativity with all students ¿ prepare students for future success in learning and life by building on their strengths and experiences Our primary focus is to provide the best possible learning experiences for all students and enhance their qualities, attitudes and skills which will enable them to adapt to change and have a positive outlook on life. The school provides a quality curriculum delivered in one composite P-6 learning space. The students are supported by a generalist classroom program delivered by the classroom teacher in partnership with the principal as well has having specialist classes for Library (MARC Van), Physical Education, Arts, Humanities, Japanese Language, and Science. Our buildings and on-going planned maintenance and improvements have resulted in a very attractive, comfortable and safe school environment featuring one double open plan classroom, a multi purpose room for activities requiring more indoor space, art room, music room, basketball court, picturesque oval and spacious well maintained gardens and grounds. Our outdoor active learning area has provided not only a more attractive learning environment but provides more activity options for students during their time at school. For our small size we are well resourced and supported through initiatives such as the Small Schools Program, Small School Cluster PLC, weekly ICT support, part time administration support and classroom support staff. We have connections with other small schools in the area and collaborate to support each other to reduce costs, enhance the experiences of our students and provide learning opportunities for staff and students.