Work Type: Ongoing - Part-time
Salary: Salary not specified
Grade: Education Support - Level 1, Range 2
Occupation: Education and training
Location: Melbourne - Western suburbs
Reference: 1497574
Be part of Kurunjang¿s next chapter as we lead whole-school transformation through clarity, consistency, and high expectations.
Kurunjang Secondary College is a government school in Melbourne¿s west, with an enrolment of approximately 890 students from Years 7 to 12. The college is inclusive and community-focused, with a strong commitment to academic growth, student engagement, and equitable access to future pathways. Guided by the shared purpose ¿we learn, grow and achieve together,¿ the college prioritises high expectations and collective achievement.
The college is preparing for its 2025 School Review and undertaking a significant phase of renewal, aligned with the Victorian Teaching and Learning Model (VTLM 2.0), Multi-Tiered System of Supports (MTSS), and the Science of Learning. These frameworks inform all aspects of practice -curriculum, engagement, wellbeing, and leadership¿ensuring clarity, consistency, and evidence-based decision-making across the college.
The Kurunjang Literacy Program (KLP) delivers explicit, targeted literacy instruction in Years 7¿ 9, incorporating the Science of Reading, structured phonics, and comprehension strategies. Numeracy pathways provide scaffolded support and extension through classroom-based intervention, co-teaching, and differentiated instruction.
In 2025, the college is trialling a Ready to Learn Room to strengthen Tier 2 engagement and behavioural support. Outcomes from this trial will inform future planning as Kurunjang continues to enhance its multi-tiered support systems. The college is also transitioning to the Positive Climate for Learning ¿ Managing Schoolwide Behaviour (PCMS) model, establishing a consistent approach to expectations, routines, and consequence systems aligned with DE guidance.
Kurunjang operates a vertical House structure across Years 7¿12, with four Houses led by dedicated House Leaders and support teams. Senior students access a broad curriculum, including VCE (VM and VPC), VET, and vocational pathways, with acceleration opportunities and access to Western Edge Cluster programs.
Major capital works will commence in September 2025, including construction of a new Learning Centre to enhance contemporary, inclusive learning spaces. These developments reflect the college¿s strategic commitment to becoming a future-focused, high-performing school of choice within the Melton community.
Located just 35¿40 minutes from inner Melbourne via V/Line or major arterial roads, Kurunjang offers a more efficient and predictable commute than many schools in the inner-west or northern growth corridors. The college provides a collaborative and professional environment for staff dedicated to evidence-informed practice, student growth, and collective responsibility.
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.
· Assist students on an individual or group basis in specific learning areas.
· Assist with the communication between students and teachers, particularly the interpretation of instructions.
· Provide basic physical and emotional care for students.
· Participate in team meetings.
· Assist with toileting, meals, lifting, and administration of medication to students requiring special care.
· Assist with the supervision of pupils in playgrounds, at camps, on excursions, in sporting activities, therapy activities and life skills.
· Assist in the preparation of student resources and equipment.
· Prepare basic curriculum support resources.
· Set up and put away equipment and materials in support of teaching programs.
· Observe students and draw the attention of the teacher to them where necessary.
· Participate in the monitoring and evaluation of programs and evaluation of individual student involvement and achievement.
· Assist with communication between teachers and non-English speaking parents/students.
· Assist in the translation of documents.
· Assist students with the preparation and service of meals.
· Ensure work areas and materials, equipment and appliances are maintained in a clean and ready to use condition.
· Assist in the preparation of equipment and purchasing of materials and supplies as required.
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 is a part time position working across 5 days. Attendance at after school meetings, as scheduled is a requirement of the role.
Applications must include:
1. A cover sheet providing contact information including home address, email and phone number.
2. A CV with a summary of experience and qualifications.
3. Specific Key Selection Criteria response.
4. The names, email addresses and contact details for three referees. Please also ensure that your name is included in the header of each document.
All applicants should ensure that their personal profile on School Jobs Vic is up to date. Applicants seeking further information about the College or this position, are encouraged to contact the Principal, Ms Aylin Gökmen, prior to the closing date of applications. Please contact the General Office on 03 9743 9211 or email [email protected]
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.