Work Type: Ongoing - Part-time
Salary: Salary not specified
Grade: Education Support - Level 1, Range 2
Occupation: Land, asset, resources and facilities management
Location: Melbourne - Southern suburbs
Reference: 1513270
KSC 1 Demonstrated ability to efficiently manage and maintain grounds and gardens and complete grounds works as required within a school environment.
KSC 2 Demonstrated technical knowledge, expertise and proficiency in minor repairs and maintenance to the interior and exterior of buildings within a school environment.
KSC 3 Demonstrated ability to be flexible and work independently to maintain the school buildings and grounds.
KSC 4 Proven understanding of Quality Assurance and Workplace Health and Safety practices.
KSC 5 Skills in the use of tools/technical equipment as relevant to the position, including DE online portals and school level workflow management software.
This position requires attendance of 26 hours per week over 4 days. From time to time, there may be flexibility required to complete works and/or projects during school vacation periods.
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.
The core role of the Grounds & Maintenance Person may include but is not limited to:
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
Beaumaris North is located 15 kilometres south east of the Melbourne City Centre. The school community represents a broad range of occupations with a majority of professionals. Central to our achievements is the high level of teamwork within and across all levels and sectors of the school community. We are an Authorised World School of the International Baccalaureate Primary Years Program.
In line with the IBO philosophy, our school vision is to develop, in partnership with the whole school community, an effective, caring and dynamic learning community. We offer a full range of VELS Specialist subjects in Art, Music, Phys Ed and LOTE and have many enrichment opportunities across the curriculum.
Our school complies with each of the 7 Child Safety Standards and details our ongoing commitment to these standards and all legislative requirements. Our school policy and procedures related to Child Safe are detailed in our A-Z Guide on our school website, assigned to our Kiosk at the school office and displayed around the school.
We are looking for a highly motivated staff with a capacity for further professional and personal growth. The person would need the qualities that will enable them to work collaboratively with staff and students to fulfil our school vision. If you believe you can meet our expectations, we would welcome your application.
Our website is an excellent source of further information.