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: 1501406
Established in 1891, Wales Street Primary School is located in the Melbourne suburb of Thornbury approximately 10 kilometres northeast from Melbourne¿s Central Business District (CBD). The school site includes three main buildings that house classrooms, a multipurpose hall, dedicated specialist classrooms for the Arts, a library, a Light Timber Construction (LTC) building and two relocatable buildings. The school has had recent re-development and construction of the current school buildings completed in 2021. School funded projects have been completed to provide a Nature Play adventure playground, an outdoor classroom, an imagination garden and a new pirate ship playground. The use of outdoor spaces is conducive to the connection to nature and to care for the environment which is valued by our community.
Enrolments are approximately 610 students and have remained stable for the past 7 years enabling the school to offer 25 classes taught in a single level grade structure. The Student Family Occupation Education (SFOE) index is 0.1216. The staffing profile of Wales Street Primary School includes 32 fulltime equivalent (FTE) staff, Principal, 2 Assistant Principals, 1 Leading Teacher, 3 Learning Specialists and 15 Education Support (ES) staff, including classroom integration and office administration staff.
The schools F-6 curriculum framework incorporates the eight learning areas required by The Education and Training Reform Act 2006 aligned with the Victorian Curriculum. In 2016 the school gained accreditation for the International Baccalaureate - Primary Years Program.
Classroom teaching and learning is supported by the provision of a specialist curriculum. Physical Education (PE), Italian, Visual and Performing Arts, and Science, Technology, Engineering and Maths (STEM), are specialist areas provided by the school. We provide a play-based learning program for our foundation to grade 2 students to experience developmental play and encourage curiosity and connection to the units of inquiry.
A range of strategies and programs assist students needing additional support or extension are provided by the school. Enrichment learning activities and extra curricula programs are offered for students in a range of environments. These include art, instrumental music, performance productions, camps and excursions, sporting programs and student leadership opportunities. An accredited School Aged Care (SAC) operates onsite.
The school employs a qualified nurse and provides a student welfare team to enhance student engagement and wellbeing. We have a BYOD 1:1 program for grade 4-6 students and iPads are used in the F-3 classrooms to support the teaching and learning of Digital Technologies.
Our programs are focused on the ability of our students to think independently, apply knowledge and have the capabilities to face the challenges that lie ahead with enthusiasm, confidence and resilience.
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
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.