Work Type: Fixed-term - Part-time
Salary: Salary not specified
Grade: Education Support - Level 1, Range 2
Occupation: Education and training
Location: Melbourne - Eastern suburbs
Reference: 1496981
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
Mount Pleasant Road Primary School provides a safe, innovative and engaging setting which inspires students to achieve personal growth and feel empowered to make a positive impact on the world around them. We offer continuity of care and learning growth from 3-year-old kindergarten right through to Year 6, as well as before and after school and vacation care programs.
We are committed to excellence in teaching, learning, and wellbeing, and continuous improvement for our students. We maintain high standards in Literacy and Numeracy and provide quality curriculum, co-curricular and extracurricular programs in all other areas, catering for the individual needs and strengths of students. The School Strategic Plan has a focus on improved student achievement in Writing and Numeracy and improving Student Voice and Agency to support student engagement in their learning. Involvement of school families and the wider community is highly valued.
Located in the quiet streets of Nunawading on spacious grounds, Mount Pleasant Road Primary School and Kindergarten boasts state-of-the-art facilities that enhance the educational opportunities for all students.
Teachers work within Professional Learning Communities to plan and implement a sequential, integrated curriculum. Graduate teachers work with experienced teacher mentors to participate in targeted professional learning and a thorough induction process. Interactive technology, including touchscreens, iPads and robotics, are used in every classroom at MPRPS to support student learning and to further engage students. A BYO 1-1 iPad program operates for students in Years 3-6. Programs for our students in Science, Visual and Performing Arts, L.O.T.E. and Physical Education are provided by specialist staff. We also offer instrumental music, a Kitchen/Garden program, interschool sport, PMP, an extensive transitions program, intervention and enrichment opportunities, and a Buddies Program for all levels.
There are myriad opportunities for students to develop leadership skills at MPRPS&K. We place a high priority on student wellbeing, including social and emotional development, and the demonstration of our school values of respect, integrity, inclusion, responsibility and life-long learning. Our wellbeing and values programs are targeted at specific age groups and we are proud to be a Lead School in implementing the Resilience, Rights and Respectful Relationships teaching and learning initiative.
The strengths of the school include the sense of common purpose and direction by staff which sees itself as a true learning community, supportive and strategic leadership, a shared belief that education is a partnership between the school, parents and the students, and a school culture which strives for continuous improvement. There is a very strong team ethos and a focus on teaching and learning to improve student outcomes. Teachers are committed to discovering how best they can meet the needs of all learners.