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: 1535628
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 hours for this position will be 9:00am - 3:30pm (inclusive of 30 minute unpaid lunch break) Monday to 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.
Responsibilities may include:
Supports teachers in the coordination of educational programs independently or under minimal supervision, including facilitating small group intervention
Provides routine support for teachers including assisting with planning of student routines
Addresses immediate behavioural presentations relating to specific students within a classroom setting aligned to school policy and procedure
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
Bayswater Primary School was founded in 1879 and has been an integral part of the Bayswater community for over 140 years. Bayswater is an outer eastern suburb of Melbourne.
Bayswater Primary School is a collaborative and inclusive learning community committed to ensuring every student is known, valued, and supported. We embrace diversity and work together to create a culture of belonging, high expectations, and success for all learners. The school implements a whole-school Multi-Tiered System of Support (MTSS) to promote positive behaviour and support the learning and wellbeing of all students through tiered systems of instruction and intervention. Our approach is data-driven and strengthened by high-quality, ongoing professional learning for all staff.
Teachers at Bayswater Primary School are committed to explicit and evidence-based instruction. We are working towards fully embedding structured approaches to literacy and mathematics that prioritise mastery of essential skills and support students to achieve success through carefully sequenced, systematic teaching. Consistent, school-wide routines promote a calm, predictable, and supportive learning environment, allowing students to focus on learning and thrive. This approach aligns with the Victorian Teaching and Learning Model (VTLM) 2.0 and supports consistency of high-quality practice across all classrooms.
The school has extensive grounds that provide students with a variety of passive and active play areas, including a large oval, soccer field, and two full-sized outdoor basketball/netball courts. The school also has indoor sports facilities including a school hall with a full-sized volleyball court, a half-sized basketball court, and bat tennis courts.
There is an onsite Kindergarten, which is run by Uniting Limited and hosted within Bayswater Primary School¿s Early Learning Centre. This is an integral part of the school community.
Contemporary facilities provide space for generalist classes, as well as Performing Arts and Instrumental Music, Health and Physical Education, Science, Visual Arts, and Buddies, with venues for community groups and meetings.
The school values family and community partnerships, fostering close links with parents and the broader school community. This partnership promotes a cooperative school culture where the child is at the heart of everything we do. Bayswater Primary School is one of the five schools forming the Bayswater Education Plan, working collaboratively to improve educational outcomes across the local network.