Work Type: Fixed-term - Part-time
Salary: Salary not specified
Grade: Education Support - Level 1, Range 2
Occupation: Education and training
Location: Melbourne - Western suburbs
Reference: 1518744
Welcome to Glengala Primary School, a vibrant and supportive community where every day brings new opportunities for growth, innovation, and connection. Our small, community-focused school in Sunshine West, nestled by Kororoit Creek, honours the Wurundjeri people, the traditional custodians of the land, and celebrates our shared heritage with respect and pride.
We are a dynamic team of educators and support staff, comprising 20 teaching staff (full-time equivalent 16.7) and 10 non-teaching staff (full-time equivalent 7.6). Our leadership team, including a Principal and an Assistant Principal, is committed to fostering a collaborative environment where our core values of Passion, Respect, Openness to learning, Understanding, and Drive (PROUD) guide our daily interactions and inspire excellence. We aim to be PROUD of ourselves, PROUD of others, and PROUD of our school.
At Glengala, 73% of our students come from a language background other than English, enriching our school with diverse perspectives and cultural experiences. We are dedicated to supporting every learner through targeted programs, including the Program for Students with Disabilities, the Tutor Learning Initiative, and specialised literacy and numeracy interventions. Our commitment to student success is reflected in our strong focus on engagement, attendance, wellbeing, and achievement. With an ICSEA value of 898, placing us in the 10th percentile nationally, we recognise the challenges our community faces and are deeply committed to making a meaningful impact in the lives of our students and families.
Our school is more than just a place to learn; it is a community hub. We work closely with local providers to offer parental programs, including adult English classes, and maintain strong partnerships with community agencies to provide holistic support for families. Our active School Council, supported by subcommittees such as Finance and Teaching & Learning, encourages parent and carer involvement in school governance and policy development. We promote School-Wide Positive Behaviour and Respectful Relationships, explicitly teaching expectations, calming strategies, and the Zones of Regulation to support student wellbeing. The overwhelmingly positive feedback from our 2023 Parent Opinion Survey reflects our commitment to fostering strong family-school partnerships.
We value the expertise and experience of all staff members and are committed to ongoing professional development. Our Professional Learning Communities are supported by a School Improvement Team, including the Principal, Assistant Principal, and Leading Teacher. Staff have access to mentoring, learning walks (feedback cycles), and induction programs, ensuring continuous growth in the areas of student achievement, wellbeing, engagement, and leadership.
Our school grounds provide a safe, clean, and engaging environment for students, with a variety of active and passive play areas, including:
A modern adventure playground with shade sails
Basketball courts and astroturf areas
A sandpit and student vegetable garden
An amphitheatre and passive green spaces for reflection
Library and club activities during breaks for students who prefer quieter spaces
If you are looking for an inviting, exciting, and purposeful place to work, Glengala Primary School offers a unique environment where your passion for education can truly flourish. Join us in our mission to empower every student to achieve their personal best and become part of a team that is dedicated to innovative teaching, continuous improvement, and meaningful community engagement.
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
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