Work Type: Fixed-term - Part-time
Salary: Salary not specified
Grade: Education Support - Level 1, Range 2
Occupation: Education and training
Location: Gippsland - Latrobe
Reference: 1480117
About Boolarra Primary School
Boolarra Primary School is situated in the picturesque township of Boolarra, nestled in the foothills of the Strzelecki Ranges in Central Gippsland. Surrounded by farmland and bushland, our school offers spacious, tree-lined grounds that provide an enriching environment for students to play and learn. The name 'Boolarra' originates from the Kurnai word meaning 'plenty', reflecting the abundant opportunities we strive to offer our students.
With a current enrolment of 27 students across two classes¿Foundation to Year Two, and Years Three to Six¿we provide a close-knit, supportive educational setting. We have four part time Education Support Staff members who work in both grades. Our curriculum includes specialist subjects such as The Arts, Science, and Physical Education, fostering a well-rounded education.
At Boolarra Primary School, we value creativity, curiosity, and innovation. Our established student leadership program offers numerous opportunities for students to develop leadership and public speaking skills. Staff are trained in the Sounds Write program, which is implemented across the school, and we are currently focusing on Explicit Instruction as a key area of professional development.
Our core values¿Respect, Engagement, Responsibility, and Aspiration¿guide our actions and beliefs:
Our school sets high expectations and aims to extend students capable of high achievement. Teachers collaborate through curiosity and inquiry, engaging in Professional Learning Communities to learn, reflect, and plan. We build positive relationships by implementing strategies from the Berry Street Educational Model. Students are encouraged to take ownership of their learning through goal setting, self-reflection, and self-assessment.
We are dedicated to learning and deeply connected to our community, embodying our motto: ¿Dedicated to Learning; Connected to the Community.¿
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.
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