Work Type: Ongoing - Part-time
Salary: Salary not specified
Grade: Education Support - Level 1, Range 2
Occupation: Education and training
Location: Barwon South West - Surf Coast
Reference: 1497210
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.
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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
This vacancy is specifically linked to Student Support Funding and is ongoing. If the funding reduces or ceases during the first seven years of employment, employment may cease subject to the provision of at least 12 weeks’ notice.
`A Stimulating and Engaging Learning Environment'
Moriac Primary School has an enrolment of approximately 230 students from Grades Prep-6 with ten classrooms. We have a strong sense of community and the school is firmly entrenched with the Moriac Township and surrounding communities.
Moriac Primary School was established in 1922, built by the Moriac Progress Association on land donated by the Deppeler Family. This origin epitomizes the sense of community partnership that underpins the success of Moriac Primary School. At Moriac Primary School we value a collaborative learning approach that places the child at the centre of learning and teaching underpinned by instruction that relies on explicit strategies to support learning for all students.
Our vision of a `Stimulating and Engaging Learning Environment¿ is at the core of everything we do and this vision is underpinned by the following guiding values: Exceptional, Responsible and Respectful. Academic rigour is valued at all stages with a consistent and high quality curriculum that realises the potential of every student. We offer a specialist program that includes Visual Arts, Performing Arts, French, Science/STEM and Physical Education. We have an abundance of space for our students to grow and play on including a large oval, basketball/netball court, large playground and an undercover amphitheatre with junior basketball rings. Moriac Primary School works closely with neighbouring schools through various cluster activities which include transition sessions, athletics, cross country carnivals and various sporting activities. The cluster also provides an excellent opportunity for teachers to seek various Professional Development opportunities.
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Curriculum:
Moriac Primary School is a 'Professional Learning Community' of passionate, skilful educators whose focus is on ensuring that 'all children learn at their point of need'. We are committed in our belief that all children have the capacity to achieve success and are united in our efforts to ensure our students are given the best opportunities to learn, and achieve high quality success.
Our curriculum encompasses English (Phonics, Readers and Writers Workshop), Maths, Humanities and Respectful Relationships. Students also have the specialist subjects of Art, Physical Education, LOTE (French), Science and STEM.
Our school provides modern facilities including access to technology to support 21st century learning.
Wellbeing:
At Moriac Primary School we use School Wide Positive Behaviour (SWPB) as an evidenced-based framework for preventing and responding to behaviours in school. This is a whole school approach to creating an environment which encourages effective learning through the development of a positive learning environment. We teach our students how to behave appropriately and uphold the school Core Values.
We recognise that learning socially acceptable behaviours is a process which everybody moves through at a different pace. Interventions and support have a common goal of maximising inclusion and building student capacity.
Moriac Primary School has a very active body of parents who run fundraising activities through our Parents and Friends Committee. The parents at Moriac Primary School are encouraged to be actively involved in the education of their children. Parents are also involved in coaching children in a variety of sports and activities. With a focus on School-wide Positive Behaviours Moriac Primary School offers a safe and caring environment where students can experience success, with an emphasis on community spirit, respect for others and the environment, and a healthy and balanced lifestyle.