Work Type: Fixed-term - Part-time
Salary: Salary not specified
Grade: Education Support - Level 1, Range 2
Occupation: Education and training
Location: Loddon Mallee - Greater Bendigo
Reference: 1479411
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:
This role is an identified position and will be available to Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander applicants only.
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.
The Department of Education is committed to the principles of equal opportunity, and diversity and inclusion for all. We value diversity and inclusion in all forms - gender, religion, ethnicity, LGBTIQ+, 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 family friendly, supportive, safe and harassment free workplaces is essential to high performance and promotes flexible work, diversity and safety across all schools and Department workplaces. It is our policy to provide reasonable adjustments for persons with a disability (see Workplace adjustment guidelines).
Additional support and advice on the recruitment process is available to Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islanders from the Koorie Outcomes Division (KOD) via [email protected]
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 position is available to eligible Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples interested in undertaking the Aspiring Koorie Teachers (AKT) Now program. AKT Now supports candidates to work in Education Support and/or teaching paraprofessional roles while completing formal qualifications. To learn more, visit AKT Now Program.
Candidates participating in the AKT Now program are required to be actively engaged in one of the two study options during their employment:
Participants will be employed in a Victorian government school under a fixed-term contract for up to 2-years, receive wrap-around support from cultural mentors to assist with completing their studies.
Eligibility
To be eligible, applicants must:
Meet the specific requirements for either the Vocational Education or Higher Education
Location Profile
Marong Primary School is situated in an attractive rural town of Marong which is located at the junction of the Calder Highway and the Calder Alternate Highway, approximately 16 kms west of Bendigo and 150 km northwest of Melbourne. The recent growth in the township has reflected the growth in our and our current enrolment is 233 students and growing! Our setting includes garden areas, shaded playground equipment, a fenced and covered basketball court, oval and passive recreation areas which support a range of playing styles at break times.
Vision and Values
The vision of Marong Primary School is as follows "to help prepare our students for their future". The school has three core values which underpin our overall vision for our students: Respect, Responsibility and Honesty.
Core Purpose
The core purpose of Marong Primary School is to provide a caring and engaging and inclusive learning environment, developing links with the wider Marong community, and preparing all students to become lifelong learners and respectful community members in a constantly changing world.
School Context
Marong Primary School currently has 12 students who identify as Aboriginal and or Torres Strait Islanders. The school has the following workforce composition in place to address our overall educational goals, 1 principal, 1 assistant principal, a mental health wellbeing leader, 13 classroom teachers, 4 specialist teachers, a disability and inclusion coordinator and an intervention / tutor initiative teacher. Classroom teachers are supported by 9 education support staff. We have a business manager and an Outside School Hours Care program coordinator, a chaplain and grounds keeper.
Following a school review in 2021 the school has identified the following intent to address the following goals: Deliver a high-quality learning environment to maximise student growth in numeracy and literacy and to Empower students to be confident and highly motivated learners. The school believes that, if the goals as stated are achieved, all students will demonstrate learning growth that reflects the impact of quality curriculum delivery.