Work Type: Ongoing - Part-time
Salary: Salary not specified
Grade: Education Support - Level 1, Range 2
Occupation: Education and training
Location: Barwon South West - Colac Otway
Reference: 1506837
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
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.
COLAC PRIMARY SCHOOL PROFILE
Vision:
Colac Primary School inspires successful, responsible and independent learners in a safe, caring and inclusive environment.
We provide a safe and supportive environment in which students can learn and grow. We want to foster a positive school culture so that all children are actively involved and reach their potential.
Mission:
Colac Primary School aims to work with families to provide a high quality education for all students in a caring, positive and stimulating environment ensuring our students:
Develop qualities and skills of independence, problem solving, communication and creativity
Achieve high standards of literacy and numeracy
Work in a co-operative environment, sharing the responsibility for their own learning and behaviour
Are extended to their potential by encouraging, recognising and rewarding achievement and effort
Are responsible and caring community members.
School Values:
The values which are central to the life of our school, guiding our policies, programs and interactions are:
Kindness To show care and concern
Personal Best To give your best to whatever you do
Courage To do things even when they are difficult
Honesty To be truthful and trustworthy
Tolerance To accept other people¿s differences
Respect To be considerate, use good manners and take special care of our school and environment
Colac PS is located on Murray St East in the city of Colac. The school services the eastern residential area of Colac and rural areas of Yeo, Warncoort and Irrewarra. Enrolment is 158 in 2025 and is expected to be similar in 2026.
Our curriculum is guided by the Victorian Curriculum 2.0 and comprises: The Arts, English (including Phonics Plus), Mathematics, Humanities, Science, Health and Physical Education, Technology & Respectful Relationships. It also includes aspects of personal and social learning such as our values program and peer mediation. We currently run a LOTE program (Chinese) using skype to communicate with our Chinese tutors directly from Beijing.
Specialist teachers conduct Art, Library, STEM and Physical Education classes.
Enrichment is provided through programs including:
Victorian High Achievers Program (VHAP - Online), Intervention, Concert, Bike Ed, Swimming, Camp Program, Kitchen Garden Program and Interschool Sport.
Extra-Curricular activities include:
Student Council, State Schools Spectacular, Sporting Events.
Computers are provided in all classrooms. All computers have internet access and are well used in a variety of curriculum programs. LCD Screens are sited in all classrooms and a full class set of iPads is used to enhance learning in Grades P-2.
Our 2025-2029 Strategic Plan Goals are:
Goal 1
To maximise learning outcomes for every student
Goal 2
To strengthen wellbeing and engagement for every student