Work Type: Fixed-term - Part-time
Salary: Salary not specified
Grade: Education Support - Level 1, Range 2
Occupation: Education and training
Location: Gippsland - South Gippsland
Reference: 1505997
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.
[Attendance requirement for this position]
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
Located in picturesque South Gippsland, Tarwin Lower Primary School prides itself on providing high quality education meeting the needs of our local coastal community. Our school values of Co-operation, Resilience, Kindness and Respect are central in all that we do. Each child¿s social, emotional and behavioural well-being is nurtured in a supportive and caring environment. Tarwin Lower Primary operates three classrooms with small class sizes in state of the art, purpose-built learning spaces. Our central building allows for a collaborative and shared approach to teaching and learning. We operate our own well-resourced library as well as Art and Music rooms. A purpose-built kitchen supports several teaching and learning programs within our school curriculum as well as being a resource used by our local community. Our children enjoy a comprehensive Arts program including music and art classes weekly. We also access our network Mobile Library on a weekly basis.
At Tarwin Lower Primary School, we aim to:
· Provide a teaching and learning environment that is meaningful, engaging and relevant to the individual and collective needs of our students.
· Teach a curriculum that develops our students to be ¿passionate life-long learners¿.
· Prepare our students to be socially adept, resilient and competent members of the community.
Tarwin Lower and District Primary is a small rural school that embraces difference and caters for a wide range and types of abilities. Tarwin Lower¿s philosophy is firmly based on the belief that every student has the ability to learn and that this best occurs in a flexible, happy and positive environment. The school encourages students to become active, independent learners who are able to participate in a co-operative classroom environment. It encourages students to grow in self-confidence and esteem and to take pride in everything they set out to achieve. A notable aspect of the school is the welcoming atmosphere, the open and approachable nature of staff members and the positive attitude to student welfare. Enrolments traditionally come from our surrounding towns of: Tarwin Lower, Tarwin Middle, Venus Bay, Walkerville, Waratah Bay and Fish Creek. Outdoor areas include: a large, grassed oval, a smaller playing field, cricket pitch, a full-size tennis/netball/basketball court, bat tennis court, a rotunda, undercover outdoor seating, a covered sandpit and a large, exciting adventure playground. The play area is situated in an attractive setting of many native and deciduous trees and garden beds, which have been planted by our parents and community members. We believe this environment supports the development of a positive attitude to learning. Our school believes in a sustainable future and has an environmentally innovative history being the first school in the state to install a worm waste system. Tarwin Lower Primary School offers a seven-year sequential program in each of the Domains. Particular emphasis is placed on literacy and numeracy. Children also participate in a variety of school sports, camps and excursions In addition; special programs to support the curriculum include Kitchen Garden Program, Recycling and Sun Smart Program. Parents are an important part of our school community, and we are supported by their assistance in many activities. They are also involved in School Council and its sub-committees, curriculum policy development and the Fund-Raising Committee. Unique features of our school are: small class sizes, Whole school lunches, Swimming Program and our Kitchen Garden Program.