Work Type: Fixed-term - Part-time
Salary: Salary not specified
Grade: Education Support - Level 1, Range 3
Occupation: Education and training
Location: Melbourne - Southern suburbs
Reference: 1480198
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 is Monday to Friday
Range 3 is distinguished by the introduction of management responsibility and accountability for the delivery of professional support services. The role will usually impact beyond the work area or professional field. It seeks to gain cooperation of other staff members or members of the school community to achieve specific objectives, such as in school administration, operations or educational programs.
Direction on targets and goals is provided but the position will have some degree of latitude in determining how they are achieved. This latitude will generally be limited by standard procedures and school policy. Deviation from standard procedures and school policy will require guidance and direction from senior management.
The provision of business management responsibilities becomes a feature at range 3. Management of staff to achieve the expected outcomes is a key responsibility. Staff management issues will be resolved with minimal reference to senior management, although guidance will be required in more complex cases. Senior management will be provided with timely reports and advice, although this will generally be confined to matters relating to the immediate work area, service provision or educational program and is unlikely to impact substantially on whole of school operations.
This is the minimum range for positions that carry a mandatory qualification requirement of not less than four years. Professional student support positions become a feature at range 3 (e.g. therapists, psychologists) where standard professional services are delivered. Professional support and guidance will be close at hand and deviation from standard procedures and school policy will require guidance and direction from senior management.
An education support class position supports the educational services being provided to students, but must not include duties of teaching as defined in clause 2.6.1 of the Education and Training Reform Act 2006 (Vic) or its successor. Supervision of students cannot be required except where it is an integral part of the employees position or involves supervision of students individually or in small groups, in controlled circumstances, where the responsibility for students remains clearly with a teacher.
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 where it is an integral part of the employee¿s position or in circumstances where supervision is required individually or in groups up to 4 in controlled circumstances and where the responsibility for students remains clearly with a teacher.
This is the minimum range for positions that carry a required qualification of AQF 7 level or equivalent (or in the case of Registered Nurses an equivalent qualification leading to registration).
A role at this range may include:
- Some degree of professional autonomy to determine how targets and goals are achieved within clearly established directions or framework Professional autonomy will generally be limited by standard procedures and school policy. Deviation from standard procedures and school policy will require guidance and direction from a senior manager.
- Professional support positions such as registered nurses (performing the role of Re will be required in more complex cases. Registered Nurse range 3 as described in schedule 3), speech pathologists, psychologists, occupational therapists, physiotherapists, and social workers. Professional support and guidance will be close at hand and deviation from standard procedures and school policy will require guidance and direction from a manager or senior practitioner where relevant.
Individuals with the aptitude, experience and/or qualifications to fulfill the specific requirements of the position.
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
Edithvale Primary School was established in 1913 and is situated in a unique area between Port Phillip Bay and the Edithvale Wetlands, 26kms south of Melbourne. Environmentally aware, and with an academic focus, Edithvale Primary School boasts committed and experienced teachers, friendly and hard-working students and a supportive School Council and parent community.
Our core values of Kindness, Respect and Determination foster a love of learning throughout our school community.
Our comprehensive curriculum is designed to cater for the individual needs of a diverse range of students. Our educational priority is to promote high quality teaching and learning practices in a safe and stimulating learning environment. A structured wellbeing program is provided across all levels of the school and is supported by our commitment to SWPBS (School Wide Positive Behaviour Supports) and Respectful Relationships.
Edithvale Primary School prides itself on recognising the leadership potential of our students and supporting their development in this area. Students are encouraged to participate in a range of additional activities that the school provides in sport, the arts, science and technology and caring for the environment.
High expectations are held for every student at Edithvale Primary School where all are encouraged to become critical thinkers and problem solvers. Members of our staff regularly assess and reflect upon their own work practices as part of Professional Learning Communities in order to provide our students with opportunities to achieve learning successes.
The school fosters close links with parents and the broader community and recognises the importance of the partnership between schools and parents to support student learning, engagement and wellbeing. The school has well-established links with local pre-schools, network schools and community agencies. We see ourselves as partners in the creation of healthy learning environments and excellent educational and wellbeing outcomes.
We share a commitment to, and a responsibility for, ensuring inclusive, safe and orderly environments for all staff and students.
Our fabulous workforce comprises 3 Principal Class, 32 Teachers [including part timers] and 18 Education Support Staff ¿ [of which, 12 are Integration Aides].
Our 2025 enrolment increased to 531 including several students enrolled as part of the Program for Students with Disabilities (PSD). In 2025, students are in 24 classes; and they attended specialist classes each week in: French, Art, Physical Education, Performing Arts, Science and Robotics.
The 2025 SFOE (Students¿ Family Occupation and Education) index is 0.2002.