Work Type: Fixed-term - Part-time
Salary: Salary not specified
Grade: Education Support - Level 1, Range 2
Occupation: Education and training
Location: Melbourne - Southern suburbs
Reference: 1521111
Glen Waverley South Primary School is a dynamic, welcoming and future-focused learning community located in the eastern suburbs of Melbourne within the City of Monash. Set among spacious, well-maintained grounds with modern facilities and exceptional learning environments, Glen Waverley South Primary School is a place where staff feel valued, supported and inspired to do their best work.
A Modern and Inspiring Place to Teach
In 2024, the Glen Waverley South Primary School moved into two brand-new capital works buildings featuring:
Contemporary, flexible learning spaces that support collaborative and innovative teaching
Purpose-built administration and specialist learning areas
A new library, Food Technology room and dedicated specialist classrooms
Integration with the Glen Waverley South Primary School¿s existing state-of-the-art multipurpose centre (gym) for PE, Visual Arts and OSHC
Our facilities reflect our commitment to high-quality teaching and learning and provide staff with environments that empower creativity, collaboration and student engagement.
A Strong Vision and Clear Values
Glen Waverley South Primary School is deeply committed to lifelong learning and the belief that every learner¿students and staff¿can grow, achieve and flourish.
Our culture is anchored in the core value of RESPECT, demonstrated through:
Kindness
Honesty
Fairness
These values shape our interactions, guide our decision-making and foster a positive, supportive workplace where staff feel connected, trusted and part of a shared purpose.
A Professional and Collaborative Learning Community
Our school is built on a strong Learning Community model that empowers staff through:
Collaborative team structures
A shared vision of excellence
Collective responsibility for student learning
A culture that encourages innovation, reflective practice and continual improvement
High levels of trust and distributed leadership
Openness to change and professional risk-taking
Teachers at Glen Waverley South Primary School benefit from strong collegial support, structured collaboration time, and a leadership team committed to staff wellbeing, clarity and professional growth.
Teaching and Learning Excellence
Glen Waverley South Primary School delivers an exemplary Learning and Teaching program centred on:
High-quality, evidence-informed practice
Strong focus on student engagement and achievement
A curriculum that caters for individual needs and promotes curiosity, creativity and challenge
Explicit instruction in core learning areas complemented by inquiry and project-based learning
Specialist programs in Performing and Creative Arts, Japanese, Physical Education and STEM
Staff have access to high-quality resources, strong specialist support and a Glen Waverley South Primary School culture that champions continual growth and excellence in teaching.
A Supportive, Inclusive and Positive Workplace
Glen Waverley South Primary School is proud of its warm, inclusive and multicultural community. Staff wellbeing is prioritised through:
A collaborative and respectful working environment
Strong relationships with families and community partners
Clear processes, communication and expectations
Supportive leadership and mentoring structures
A culture that genuinely values people
New staff consistently comment on the welcoming atmosphere, the supportive teamwork, and the sense of belonging they experience when joining the Glen Waverley South Primary School.
Opportunities to Grow and Lead
At Glen Waverley South Primary School, staff have access to:
Leadership development opportunities
Ongoing professional learning aligned to Glen Waverley South Primary School goals
The chance to contribute to whole-Glen Waverley South Primary School initiatives
Opportunities to lead curriculum areas, teams, programs and projects
We value initiative, creativity and professional passion¿and offer pathways for teachers to develop their strengths and shape the Glen Waverley South Primary School¿s ongoing growth.
Why Work at Glen Waverley South Primary School?
Teachers choose Glen Waverley South Primary School because it offers:
A strong, values-based culture
A positive, collaborative and motivated staff team
Modern facilities that support high-quality teaching
Genuine opportunities for professional and leadership growth
Supportive leadership and a clear whole-Glen Waverley South Primary School vision
Engaged students and a connected parent community
A workplace that prioritises trust, wellbeing and respect
Glen Waverley South Primary School is more than a place to work¿it¿s a community where educators thrive, feel valued and make a meaningful impact every day.
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.
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.
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
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