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: 1484242
Moonee Ponds Primary School is a learning community focussed on working collaboratively to ensure that our students thrive in their learning and wellbeing. Established in 1919 and located 7 kilometres from the Melbourne City Centre our school is situated alongside Moonee Ponds Creek. Our school is caring and inclusive with an engaged parent community who support our school and work in partnership with our staff.
At Moonee Ponds Primary School, our mission is to create and sustain a world class inclusive and collaborative learning community that provides the highest quality education; where teacher and student potential is maximised and where all students are empowered to become active, inspired and courageous citizens. Our students, staff and families learn with our school values of Care, Collaboration, Respect and Optimism. We believe that all students can achieve high levels of academic achievement and learning growth.
The school is committed to improving teaching and learning through an embedded culture of Professional Learning Communities (PLCs). Our staff work together with collective responsibility for developing high-quality differentiated curriculum and instruction, responding effectively to assessment data and feedback with a focus on the learning and wellbeing needs of all students.
The school is currently organised by the following year levels: Foundation, Yr 1/2, Yr 3/4 and Yr 5/6. Our staffing profile consists of a Principal, Assistant Principal, a Learning Specialist, sixteen teachers, one Tutor, a Business Manager, an Administration Officer and five Integration Aides. Specialist areas for 2025 include the Arts (Visual and Performing), Physical Education, LOTE Italian and STEM..
At Moonee Ponds Primary School we have a passionate, highly skilled and dedicated staff. We are committed to the ongoing support and development of our teachers through professional learning offered in curriculum, instruction and leadership. We offer an extensive induction program and support for all new staff.
We recruit for culture at MPPS and are looking for student-focussed staff that are optimistic, reflective and collaborative learners. The skills and knowledge you bring to this environment will be valued. You will be part of a dynamic and rewarding learning environment.
For further information please visit our website at: www.mpp.vic.edu.au. Interested applicants are encouraged to discuss the position with the Principal, Matthew Bott on 9375 2511 ([email protected]) before the position closes.
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.
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