Work Type: Fixed-term - Part-time
Salary: Salary not specified
Grade: Education Support - Level 1, Range 2
Occupation: Education and training
Location: Hume - Towong
Reference: 1517800
Corryong College is a P-12 College of approximately 280 students located in the far north-east of Victoria, some 125 kilometers east of Wodonga and within the Shire of Towong. With a population of 1200 people, Corryong is the main town servicing the Upper Murray region. Whilst the local economy is closely tied to agriculture (beef and dairy cattle), the local hospital and Snowy Hydro Scheme also contributes to the local economic viability.
Tourism is a growing industry as Corryong is nestled in a picturesque valley between the mountains and the Murray River. Close to snowfields in winter, river and lake sports in summer, excellent freshwater fishing in permanent creeks and with lots to see and do outdoors during the mild spring and autumn months. The Upper Murray offers a healthy and peaceful lifestyle. A safe and secure place to live and raise a family in a friendly rural community that welcomes newcomers.
The College provides a comprehensive program for students from Years P-12, led by highly dedicated staff of teachers and Education Support. The College is well-known in the region for its ability to value add to student learning as students move through the College¿s year levels, evidenced in the many years of achieving excellent VCE results. The College focuses on data informed teaching that ensures every student can learn and no student is left behind.
The College provides a high quality education in a safe and secure environment which values motivation, aspiration and achievement. Teachers work in variety of Professional Learning Teams & Communities focused on student centered points of need, to share best practice with clear learning intentions, explicit teaching and feedback that continuously strive towards a strong learning culture. The FISO (Framework for Improving Student Outcomes) Continua is regularly reviewed by the college community, aligned with analyzed data sets, to ensure whole-school ownership of school improvement. Students have a strong voice and are encouraged to be inquiring, active and independent learners. Moving towards student agency, the College is making steps towards empowering students to have input in their learning direction within the classroom and across the school.
The curriculum is seen as the means by which our students acquire the skills competencies and qualities to become informed and effective participants in society. It emphasises literacy, numeracy, the ability to work with others, the ability to analyze and assess information, the capacity to adapt to new situations and personal organisation.
Curriculum enhancement activities are many and varied. Students are encouraged to take an active role in extra-curricular activities. The opportunities provided by the proximity of national parks and snowfields mean that Outdoor Education features strongly. Instrumental Music classes are available to all students in Years 5-12. The College has an excellent sports program that features inter-house and interschool competitions. School Captains are elected and take an important leadership role in College affairs. House Captains and Vice-Captains also have important roles to play.
The College has a strong Stephanie Alexander Kitchen Garden (SAKG), ADVANCE (CFA), Hospitality and Indonesian programs play a huge role in our students¿ development as well as strong collaboration with community.
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.
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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.