Work Type: Ongoing - Part-time
Salary: Salary not specified
Grade: Education Support - Level 1, Range 2
Occupation: Education and training
Location: Melbourne - Eastern suburbs
Reference: 1479983
Heany Park Primary School is an International Baccalaureate World School. IB World Schools share a common philosophy a commitment to improve the teaching and learning of a diverse and inclusive community of students by delivering challenging, high-quality programmes of international education that share a powerful vision. For further information about the IB and its programmes, visit www.ibo.org
At Heany Park Primary School we facilitate an engaging and stimulating learning environment where students are challenged and encouraged to achieve their full potential. Our community proudly demonstrate our school values of Acceptance, Life-long learning, Integrity and Respect. The high-quality educational program encourages a culture of optimism, resilience and tolerance. We develop students knowledge and understandings, skills and attitudes to support life-long learning using exemplary teaching practice. A comprehensive, balanced curriculum prioritises literacy and numeracy. We develop an understanding of the world in which we live using an inquiry approach that guides students to explore, wonder, question, experiment, make connections and solve problems. This is enhanced by quality specialist programs in Science, Chinese, Visual Arts, Performing Arts and Physical Education and an impressive array of co-curricular and extra-curricular activities. Students with special needs are supported through a range of strategies and programs. Our children achieve significant results in academic, sporting and creative activities.
Our school appreciates the contributions of its dedicated teachers and the support of our administration staff, integration aides and health professionals. Staff at Heany Park are actively engaged in ongoing professional learning, with the aim of improving outcomes for all students. We are committed to working in partnership with our school community. We have an active parent body who contribute to our school through their participation in School Council, excursions, camps and in school programs. Our school classrooms, with Interactive TVs, notebooks, and document cameras complement the large library with an extensive resource collection. The expansive play areas and sporting grounds support the active participation of students in a healthy lifestyle. OSHClub provide an Out of School Hours Care Program, with before and after school care available to our families.
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.
[Attendance requirement for this position]
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.
Preferred hours are:
Monday - 9am-3:30pm
Tuesday - 9am-1:00pm
Wednesday 9am-3:30pm
Thursday 9am-3:30pm
Friday 9am-1:00pm
Some flexibility may be considered for the right candidate
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
This vacancy is specifically linked to Student Support Funding and is ongoing. If the funding reduces or ceases during the first seven years of employment, employment may cease subject to the provision of at least 12 weeks’ notice.