Work Type: Ongoing - Part-time
Salary: Salary not specified
Grade: Education Support - Level 1, Range 2
Occupation: Education and training
Location: Melbourne - Inner South East suburbs
Reference: 1539384
Windsor Primary School a medium sized inner suburban school, is committed to the development of a knowledge community that challenges students to recognise their individual potential and ensure learning is a central activity for all. Students are provided with diverse opportunities in a multi-cultural environment where life-long learning is fostered. A challenging 21st Century learning environment is provided that strives to effectively prepare students to be successful and dynamic learners and one that actively promotes qualities and skills for active and informed global citizenship. This is further embraced through the integration of IWBs, netbooks, laptops, iPads and desktop computers in all aspects of the curriculum. A collaborative teaching and learning methodology provides for individual needs to be met through targeted explicit teaching, the development of personal learning goals and individual learning plans. In all areas of the school the development of the whole child is pivotal. This is evidenced through the programs and methodologies entrenched in the curriculum. Developing leadership skills is another aspect of educating the whole child, at WPS there are many pathways to leadership opportunities. An inquiry approach supports students to take initiative, develop questioning, curiosity and creativity and to accept responsibility for both their learning and behaviour. The latter is specifically reflected in Restorative Practices an established wellbeing and behaviour management program that also imitates the school values that promote respectful, responsible, ethical, courageous and determined thinking and behaviour.
In addition to the formal academic programs, Science, Physical Education, Sport, Art, Greek and Music are included in the weekly programs. Extra-curricular activities such as vocal ensemble, school band, instrumental music, camps, production, intra/inter school sports, and Sporting Schools are all offered.
Windsor Primary School is committed to establishing an environment where all children are safe to learn, play and grow in a dynamic environment where diversity of culture, religion and language is embraced and celebrated.
Windsor Primary School will provide an environment that:
Is committed to providing a safe environment for all children;
Is committed to promoting physical, emotional, social and cultural safety for all;
Has zero tolerance for child abuse;
Actively listens to children;
Empowers children through student agency;
Embeds systems to protect children from abuse;
Acts on all allegations of child abuse in line with the school¿s policies and procedures;
It is a requirement that all applicants provide relevant qualifications, experience and attributes in relation to child safety.
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.
Monday, Tuesday & Friday 6hrs per day.
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.