Work Type: Ongoing - Part-time
Salary: Salary not specified
Grade: Education Support - Level 1, Range 2
Occupation: Health and allied health
Location: Melbourne - Eastern suburbs
Reference: 1482723
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.
5.5 hours per day Wednesday, Thursday and Friday.
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.
First Aid Support
First Aid Records and Administration
First Aid Supplies and Facilities
Safety and Procedures
Training and Professional Development
Communication and Liaison
Other Duties
Essential Skills
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
Melba Secondary College is a single campus school of approximately 675 students located
in Croydon that provides a comprehensive education for students from Years 7 to 12. The
goals set out in the Strategic Plan focus on improving the learning growth of all students
with a particular focus on literacy and numeracy, improving student engagement in their
learning and improving student resilience and connectedness to school.
The third and final stage of the school rebuild was secured in 2023 with works to be
completed in 2026 which includes a new college oval, Performing Arts building upgrade, car
parking and landscaping.
Melba Secondary College offers a safe, positive, learning environment, which strives to
develop a sense of pride and community that is underpinned by the College values
(STRIVE) of Success, Teamwork, Resilience, Integrity, Valuing Excellence and
Engagement.
The College has a ¿whole child¿ focus which ensures we cater for the academic, physical,
emotional and social welfare of all students. Our College is committed to a strong and
authentic Student Voice and these students are actively involved in the decision making
processes of the College.
Melba Secondary College offers a broad and engaging curriculum across all Domain Areas
which includes an extensive range of subjects as part of the Victorian Certificate of
Education (VCE) and the VCE Vocational Major (VCE VM).
The College offers a comprehensive range of elective choices in the middle school, with a
rich and vibrant co-curricular program inclusive of performing and visual arts, sport, outdoor
education and camps program.