Work Type: Ongoing - Part-time
Salary: Salary not specified
Grade: Education Support - Level 1, Range 2
Occupation: Education and training
Location: Melbourne - Northern suburbs
Reference: 1501727
Reservoir Views Primary School was established in 2009, the result of the merger between Keon Park Primary School and Burbank Primary School. The school is situated in Reservoir, 11kms north of Melbourne's CBD.
The school buildings are designed to promote collaborative learning and teaching, with flexible learning areas enabling teachers and students to work together and separately as needed. Our school grounds offer a number of opportunities for students to engage with each other in active and passive play areas. The Vegetable Garden and garden to plate program provides students with the opportunity to learn a range of practical skills whilst the sensory play space is an inclusive play space that promotes both passive, restful areas and accessible active play areas. Students also have access to 4 playgrounds, a running track, vast sports field and a basketball and netball court.
Our Vision: To provide excellent educational opportunities in a stimulating, safe, nurturing environment and to instill a love of learning, celebrating effort and achievement in the belief that all students can thrive and lead productive and fulfilling lives.
Our school values are Courage, Curiosity and Connection and these provide the framework for our positive learning environment. Student, parent and staff relationships are highly valued, encouraging all to feel engaged and connected as a community of learners. Students who feel safe, challenged and supported by a positive school environment are able to aspire to be the best they can.
There are currently 303 students enrolled at the school. The school operates specialist programs in Visual Art, Physical Education, Auslan and Music.
We believe in improving student learning through teacher collaboration and in partnership with parents. All of our teachers collaborate in teams, planning, teaching, moderating and assessing. We have beautiful, flexible learning spaces that support collaboration for teachers and students alike.
Reservoir Views Primary School embraces diversity and reflects the multicultural and varying socio-economic nature of its local community, with a large cohort of students with a language background other than English. We look for opportunities to build and strengthen community connections, such as through our annual Welcome Picnic, Harmony Day, School Concert and Assembly Performances, Learning Expos, English Language Learning for parents, and Classroom Helpers Program.
We are committed to providing our students with the skills and attitudes that will be needed in their future. We have a strong focus on developing their literacy and numeracy skills as well as deepening their curiosity, knowledge and understanding of the world around them.
Reservoir Views Primary School is seeking an enthusiastic educationalist who is committed to contributing towards the achievement of high standards in learning (for students and themselves), is a hands-on team-player, is actively involved in developing personal skills, is flexible and adaptable, and is passionate about education.
Advice to Applicants
Written Applications
Applicants are free to structure applications in any manner they choose, but must ensure that the following are included:
Please note: The selection panel may contact referees other than those listed.
Selection Panel
The Selection Process will involve the following steps:
Note: The panel reserves the right to contact others outside of the list of referees provided by the applicant.
Further Information
Please contact: Principal Steve Stafford on 9460 6995
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.
Five days per week, 8:45am to 3:30pm. There is flexibility with these times.
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.
Responsibilities may include:
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
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.