Work Type: Ongoing - Full-time
Salary: Salary not specified
Grade: Education Support - Level 1, Range 3
Occupation: Health and allied health
Location: Melbourne - Southern suburbs
Reference: 1489836
SC1 Demonstrated experience and skills in managing medical and first aid operations.
SC2 Demonstrated capacity to develop procedures and goals relating to the work area, under the direction of school leadership.
SC3 Demonstrated 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 in respect to the work area.
SC6 Demonstrated commitment to professional learning and growth for both self and others.
Attendance is full-time, 5 days a week with school hours 8.45am to 3.15pm. Part-time or reduced hours are options for negotiation.
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 employee¿s position or involves supervision of students individually or in small groups, in controlled circumstances, where the responsibility for students remains clearly with a teacher.
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
Topirum Primary School is a new school which opened in 2024. The school is located in the Smiths Lane estate, Clyde North, in the outer eastern suburbs of Melbourne.
For 2026, the school has a projected enrolment of 650-700 students from prep to grade 6. There are expected to be about 31 classes. The specialist subjects offered in 2025 are visual art, music, science, physical education and French language. The school provides iPads for junior classes and Lenovo laptops for senior classes. The school uses the Google platform and Compass for communication.
The school facilities include: an administration and library building; 2 learning neighborhoods; a community hub with indoor multi-use court; canteen; arts/music spaces; hard courts; a sports field and staff car park. From 2025, modern portables are also used for classrooms. Students have great learning areas with air conditioning and heating. Outside, they have shade sails for sun protection. The school is designed to be environmentally sustainable.
A Topirum Primary School Kindergarten opened in 2025 and is located on the school site. A before and after school service is operated by DS Sports.
The school has experienced significant growth in its first two years, and this is expected for 2026 and beyond.
The school mission is to offer students a well-rounded educational experience that prepares them with the academic, social, and emotional skills to succeed in life. The school vision is to teach our students to become confident and creative young people, who pursue their passions and strive for excellence. They will have an inquiring mind and be empowered to become engaged citizens who contribute positively to society.
The school offers a vibrant and engaging curriculum utilising a reader¿s and writer¿s workshop model with a focus on mentor texts. A maths workshop model highlights rich tasks, a focus on a positive maths mindset and the four proficiencies. Our inquiry learning is differentiated with a discovery learning approach in prep to grade 2 and a project-based approach in grades 3 to 6. Our specialist program is valued in the school, providing students with further opportunities to develop their skills and passions. We provide a dedicated EAL teacher to support students and also intervention support. We conduct a high abilities program and participate in the school network masterclass initiative. The school has a wonderful learning support team who support students with disability/learning needs in the classroom.
The school invests in mentoring and coaching with our learning specialist team available to support graduates and new teachers. Teachers collaborate in a formal professional learning community (PLC) structure for planning and assessment. Underpinning our curriculum program is a firm pedagogical belief that learning is student-centered and learning tasks are authentic, meaningful and students have a degree of autonomy in their learning choices.
The school implements a multi-tiered system approach to supporting all students. A humanist philosophy to understanding student behaviour and development informs our support structures including: restorative practices, circle time, ready to learn scales, use of reset spaces, process praise and modified adjustments for learning. Students have IEPs and BSPs as required to personalise the learning and set realistic goals. The school has a rigorous approach to accessing tier 3 funding through the disability inclusion profile process. Other supports are implemented in a targeted way including music therapy, counselling, youth workers and NDIS therapy.
The school strategic plan goals for 2025-2029 are:
Goal 1: Improve learning outcomes for literacy and numeracy.
Key Improvement Strategies:
¿ Implement and refine the school¿s teacher instructional model.
¿ Increase teacher knowledge of the curriculum and pedagogy practices.
¿ Differentiate the teaching and learning to meet student needs.
¿ Embed the systematic use of data and assessment practices.
Goal 2: Improve student wellbeing and engagement.
Key Improvement Strategies:
¿ Embed a multi-tiered system of support for wellbeing and inclusion.
¿ Implement student voice and agency in learning and leadership.
¿ Increase student engagement in learning through the curriculum and partnerships both in and beyond the school.
Please see the school website topirumps.vic.edu.au for information about the school.
For applicants:
Please ensure you address the key selection criteria. Also attach a cover letter and your CV. Include your mobile contact number, email and VIT registration number (if applicable). Please list up to three referees (name, position and contact number). For file attachments, ensure your full name is in the file name.
Also note:
This position is for a first aid officer to manage the school first aid department. Responsibilities will also include administrative roles as part of the reception team. Part-time applicants are also encouraged to apply.
Offers of an interview will occur after the selection panel shortlists and will be sent by email. Please reply to the email to accept the offer of an interview.
For more information on this position, please contact Marc de Ley, principal, on 03 5929 2999 or by email [email protected].