Work Type: Fixed-term - Part-time
Salary: Salary not specified
Grade: Education Support - Level 1, Range 2
Occupation: Education and training
Location: Melbourne - Eastern suburbs
Reference: 1502335
SC1 ¿ Role Competence. 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 ¿ Collaboration and Teamwork. Demonstrated capacity to work and collaborate with others in a team environment in a range of settings and contexts.
SC3 ¿ Technical Knowledge and Student Engagement. Possess the technical knowledge and expertise relevant to working with students in the context of outdoor-based activities, including outdoor practical projects, excursions, and overnight camps, with an emphasis on student safety and engagement with their learning.
SC4 ¿ Professional Learning and Program Participation. A demonstrated commitment to ongoing professional learning. A willingness to gain knowledge of the Duke of Edinburgh framework, VET courses, or outdoor education programs is essential to the role.
SC5 ¿ Values and Behaviour. Demonstrated behaviours and attitudes consistent with Department and school values.
This is a 0.8 FTE role attending the Farm School site in Woori Yallock from Tuesday to Friday during school term time.
Some attendance may be required for overnight camps or similar, planned in accordance with industrial arrangements.
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
The Woori Yallock Farm School is a campus of Croydon Community School, located on a five-acre bushland site in the Yarra Valley. The Farm School provides a unique hands-on learning environment where students can engage with outdoor, environmental, and vocational education, developing practical skills and resilience through meaningful experiences. Students are referred in small groups from schools across the outer north-east region and attend the Farm School for one day per week for a semester, with programs delivered through a combination of outdoor on-site learning, excursions, classroom-based lessons, and overnight camps.
We value experiential learning, inclusion, resilience, and sustainability and these underpin all aspects of the Farm School. They guide our work with students, staff, and community partners, creating a safe and supportive environment where young people can thrive and develop lifelong skills and mindsets.
Students participate in a range of programs designed to support their educational, personal, and vocational pathways. Programs on offer include:
Through these programs, the Farm School provides students with pathways that support both their personal growth and future vocational opportunities, while deepening their connection to the environment and community.
Please visit https://www.croydoncs.vic.edu.au/options/woori-yallock-farm-school/ for further information about our programs and educational approach.
The responsibilities of this position will be: