Work Type: Ongoing - Part-time
Salary: Salary not specified
Grade: Education Support - Level 1, Range 2
Occupation: Education and training
Location: Melbourne - Northern suburbs
Reference: 1507076
Tullamarine Primary School is a vibrant and inclusive learning community located in Melbourne¿s north-west. The school is committed to providing a safe, supportive, and engaging environment where every student is encouraged to achieve their personal best. With a strong focus on academic excellence, wellbeing, and community partnerships, Tullamarine Primary School fosters a culture of respect, team work and resilience.
Our current enrolment in 2025 is 206 and our clientele is drawn from over 30 suburbs. The school has an effective full-time establishment of 2 Principal Class, 21.8 teachers, 5.0 ESO / Integration Aides and 2 administrative support staff. We are part of the Hume Moreland Network of schools in the North-Western Victoria Region. The school is committed to implementing high quality Literacy and Numeracy programs, as well as building even further on past and recent successes. The school has a close relationship with the neighbouring secondary colleges, primary schools and kindergartens from this region.
Vision, mission and Values
The school¿s vision is to empower students to become lifelong learners who Stive to reach their full potential academically, socially and emotionally.
Tullamarine Primary school is committed to developing lifelong learners. As a community we set high expectations, build strong relationships and support one another to collaborate and take risks. The delivery of a high-quality education, in an innovative and inclusive learning environment, is underpinned by the values of Respect, Resilience and teamwork.
Respect: Recognising, accepting and valuing the rights, feelings an d abilities and qualities of others.
Resilience: Being self-aware and having the ability to call on your mental strength when faced with challenges in order to thrive.
Teamwork: Community, supporting and working together to achieve a common goal.
Curriculum and Learning
Tullamarine Primary School delivers a comprehensive curriculum aligned with the Victorian Curriculum. The teaching and learning program emphasizes literacy and numeracy development through the implementation of the Victorian Teaching and Learning Model (VTLM¿2.0). This model provides a consistent framework for high-quality teaching practice, focusing on clear learning intentions, success criteria, and evidence-based strategies that support student growth. Specialist programs include The Arts, Physical Education, AUSLAN and STEM.
Student Wellbeing
Student wellbeing is central to the school¿s philosophy. A positive education framework supports social and emotional learning, fostering a sense of belonging and connectedness. The school implements proactive wellbeing initiatives, including restorative practices and student leadership opportunities, to build confidence and resilience.
Tullamarine Primary School also implements School-Wide Positive Behaviour (SWPB) supports through a tiered intervention model. This approach provides universal, targeted, and intensive supports to meet the varying wellbeing needs of all students. The tiered system ensures that positive behaviour expectations are explicitly taught, reinforced, and supported across all settings, promoting¿a consistent and inclusive school culture.
Facilities and Environment
The school buildings have been upgraded in 2018/19 and the school sits on a large level site which include a synthetic grass oval, a large and well-shaded adventure playground and a large covered outdoor activities area.¿ The school believes that this engaging playground contributes to positive student relationships.¿¿¿ Buildings are attractively furnished and well-maintained.¿ ¿¿
Staff and Professional Culture
The staff at Tullamarine Primary School are dedicated professionals who work collaboratively to deliver high-quality teaching and learning. Ongoing professional learning is prioritized to¿ensure staff remain current with evidence-based practices and the effective implementation of VTLM 2.0. The school promotes a culture of teamwork, reflection, and continuous improvement.
Future Directions
Tullamarine Primary School is committed to continuous growth and innovation. Future priorities include strengthening literacy and numeracy outcomes. The school aims to prepare students for success in an ever-changing world through a balanced focus on academic, social, and emotional development.
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