Work Type: Fixed-term - Part-time
Salary: Salary not specified
Grade: Education Support - Level 1, Range 2
Occupation: Education and training
Location: Melbourne - Southern suburbs
Reference: 1519866
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.
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.
This role is 9am to 3:20 pm, 5 days per week.
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
Gembrook Primary School is located in Gembrook in the Dandenong Ranges approximately 50 kilometres from the city of Melbourne. It is part of the Dandenong Ranges Network with close ties to EDEC (Emerald District Education Community). The school participates in sporting and community events with the local EDEC schools. The school also has strong links and extensive transition programs with Gembrook Pre-School, Where We Grow Early Learning Centre and local Secondary Colleges. A before and after school bus service operates for students who live in the outer area of Gembrook.
Gembrook is a thriving township with a growing number of boutique shops and cafes.
The school has strong links with local community organisations. The school has had consistent support from local businesses, community organisations and local environmental groups.
The current enrolment is around 255 students. This enrolment number is quite steady. The School Family Occupation index is .31 There are no non-English speaking background students. There is a small group of students on the Disability Inclusion Teir 3 program. The school provides classroom support and an extensive transition program for these students.
At Gembrook we value and promote the importance of the partnership between home and school. Gembrook has an active School Council and Parents and Friends Association. These groups meet on a regular basis each month. Both groups are involved in decision making in regard to whole school planning. They organise and participate in school social and fundraising events. Parents are welcomed into classrooms and are actively involved throughout the school in a variety of ways.
At present there are twelve classrooms operating in three learning centres, the Parker (Grade 3/4), Wilson (Grades 5 & 6) and Barak (Grades Prep & 1/2) Learning Centres.
Gembrook has full time classroom teachers including graduate, accomplished and expert teachers. Part time staff provide an extensive specialist program for the areas of Art, Auslan, Music and Physical Education. An Educational Support Staff team support students learning throughout the school. Office staff ensure the smooth running of school administration. The School Wellbeing Officer provides support for teachers, students and parents in relation to social and welfare issues.
English, Mathematics and Science teaching and learning are a priority. Students are encouraged to actively participate in activities that promote team building, creative thinking, problem-solving and a healthy life style. The school supports the emotional and social development of students. The school is an eSmart school. Cyber safety and care of technological equipment is promoted throughout the school.
The school offers students a variety of extracurricular programs including sports, camping, music ¿ keyboard & guitar, performance, dance, HPV (Human Powered Vehicles), leadership programs including Student Representative Council, eLearning and Eco Warriors. Grade 5 and 6 students participate in programs to develop their leadership and teamwork.
The core values of RESPECT and HIGH EXPECTATIONS and our Positive Behaviours for Learning (PBL) Program guide relationships, support the teaching and learning programs throughout the school and form the foundation of our school community.