Work Type: Fixed-term - Full-time
Salary: Salary not specified
Grade: Education Support - Level 1, Range 2
Occupation: Education and training
Location: Grampians - Ballarat
Reference: 1507134
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
Located in Ballarat East, Canadian Lead Primary School (CLPS) is a warm, inclusive and well-resourced school where students thrive, staff are supported, and learning is at the heart of everything we do. Established in the 1990s following the merger of three local schools, CLPS has grown into a proud and connected community where everyone belongs.
Our Learning Environment
All classrooms and learning spaces are housed within one main building, creating a strong sense of connection, teamwork and community. Our school includes 11 classrooms, a movement room, sensory room, an art room, a spacious library, a gymnasium, and a kitchen supporting both our Breakfast Club and Out of School Hours Care (OSHC) programs. Outside, students enjoy a variety of play and learning spaces, including a soccer oval, football oval, basketball courts, vegetable gardens and three distinct playgrounds.
Our Students and Community
With around 230 students and an average class size of 20, we ensure every child is known, valued and supported. Our school community is proudly diverse, with approximately 7% of students identifying as Indigenous and 5% from language backgrounds other than English. We value the partnership between home and school and work closely with parents and carers to support student success.
Our values of Community, Respect and Responsibility underpin everything we do.
A Commitment to Excellence
Canadian Lead Primary School delivers a knowledge-rich curriculum through explicit, evidence-based instruction. We dedicate significant time to building strong foundations in literacy and numeracy, particularly through the Big 6 of Reading ¿ oral language, phonemic awareness, phonics, vocabulary, fluency and comprehension.
We are proud to be a Multi-Tiered Systems of Support (MTSS) pilot school, embedding a targeted approach to both learning and wellbeing.
Staff Support and Professional Growth
CLPS is a school where teachers and education support staff genuinely enjoy working together. Collaboration, reflection and shared success are at the centre of our culture.
Staff are supported through:
Our staff are proud of the strong relationships they build with students and families, and of the collective achievement that comes from shared professional learning and support.
A Focus on Wellbeing
At CLPS, we understand that learning and wellbeing go hand in hand. We implement the Berry Street Education Model and are currently working on embedding School-Wide Positive Behaviour Support (SWPBS) to ensure consistency, care and a safe learning environments for all. Every child is encouraged to achieve their best academically, socially and emotionally.
At Canadian Lead Primary School, you¿ll be part of a collaborative, forward-thinking and caring team. You¿ll have the opportunity to grow as an educator, make a real difference, and work in a school where students achieve excellent results and genuinely love learning.
Together, we create a school where both students and staff flourish.