Work Type: Ongoing - Part-time
Salary: Salary not specified
Grade: Education Support - Level 1, Range 2
Occupation: Education and training
Location: Melbourne - Southern suburbs
Reference: 1518142
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
Please ensure that your application includes:
Please note that the selection panel may seek additional referees beyond those you name. Consistent with policy, we shall advise you if we will take this action.
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.
Surrounded by the beautiful bayside wetlands, Aspendale Gardens Primary School is a large primary school in the South Eastern Victorian Region (SEVR). In 2026 the enrolment is approximately 570 students. The multi-cultural nature of the school is a great asset, enriching the educational experiences of all students.
The school is located on spacious well maintained grounds with 31 classrooms along with two Art rooms, Library, Information Technology area, two Performing Arts rooms, a gymnasium with full sized indoor basketball court, Friendship room, Kitchen/Dining room and two Language Other Than English (LOTE) - Mandarin rooms. The school grounds are extensive and contain two junior and one senior playground, sandpit and large open playing field. An outstanding aspect of the school is the vegetable garden which is extensive. The Kitchen Garden program employs a Horticultural Specialist and a Food Technician, that educates students on the value of growing, harvesting and cooking their own produce. There are also quiet areas scattered throughout the courtyard and surrounds. The Before and After School Care program has its own designated area.
Aspendale Gardens PS staff are dedicated and committed to developing a learning environment which maximises the overall educational needs of students. The school encourages team planning and shared experiences across year levels. There are team leaders at each year level who monitor the International Baccalaureate PYP approach to our teaching and learning program. Specialist teaching is provided in Performing Arts, Visual Arts, Physical Education which included the Perceptual Motor Program (PMP) for Foundation and Year 1 students and our Language Other Than English (LOTE) taught is Chinese Mandarin
Teams take on the leadership of special events including the bi-annual carnival and whole school production, Science Fair and Art Expo. The school regularly supports charities and events to provide learning and understanding of the wide world around us along with our local community. We also assist a school and orphanage in Cambodia with annual fundraising events. The school enjoys a fruitful relationship with its sister school in Nanjing, China where students participate annually in an exchange program. Aspendale Gardens PS has recently formed a second sister school relationship with Yangzhou Yucai Primary School. Students, teachers and the wider community are enriched by these cultural experiences.
Aspendale Gardens PS participates in the Marine Ambassadors Program which engages the school community in Marine Education and Conservation. Our extensive Leadership Program provides opportunities for many senior students to take on a variety of roles. We have two Student Representative Councils, a Senior and a Junior, with each consisting of 16 students being elected.
Students are able to receive one on one or group music tuition in the areas of singing, violin, keyboard, guitar and drums. All students have the opportunity to participate in an intensive swimming program and a broad excursion/incursion and school camping program (Yr 3-6). There are many and varied lunchtime acivities including chess, drama, dance, French, choir and robotics.
The school has a very active parent community. Many parents support the school through involvement in classroom programs, fundraising, sports activities, camps and excursions, kitchen/garden and numerous other activities.
The school has a Bring Your Own Device (BYOD) program, being iPads in Years 4¿Year 6. The use of Interactive Whiteboards in all classrooms, iPads whenever possible, and the IT area, allows students to access information at all times. The school has upgraded its Information and Communication Technology (ICT) infrastructure which makes our school first class in this area. All classes are straight grades aligned with the Victorian Curriculum. Aspendale Gardens PS is an accredited International Baccalaureate Primary Years Programme school.
Student Wellbeing is an important focus and all staff are trained in Restorative Practices. The school values are aligned with the IB PYP attitudes which are Appreciation, Commitment, Confidence, Cooperation, Creativity, Curiosity, Enthusiasm, Independence, Integrity, Tolerance and we have added Resilience. Additional literacy support is offered when required via our PALS (Providing Additional Literacy Support) program, Mathletes is offered for the highly talented Mathematics students and a number of other support and extension programs are available.
The school aims to provide a teaching and learning program of the highest quality. A positive approach to student management and the development of positive relationships within the school community is a critical part of its philosophy.
A whole school approach to collaborative decision making is our approach which enables Empowering Broad-Based Action (Kotter, 1996, p.21). The responsibility for pedagogical leadership within the school is a shared responsibility. A student-centred approach to teaching and learning is adopted, with all staff following the PYP learning cycle and student self-reporting. Students engage in rich conversations about the Units of Inquiry, as evidenced by the quality and diversity of the work students produce.
A major highlight at Aspendale Gardens PS is the positive school culture. The students, staff and parents enjoy coming to school and make a very positive difference to everyone they interact with throughout the day.