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: 1481490
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.
There is no requirement for attendance during school holidays.
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.
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.
School Vision
The vision of the Rosanna Golf Links Primary School community encompasses a commitment to excellence and inclusivity in education. Our school recognises the strong link between home and school. This partnership is encouraged and valued. We aim to be a family friendly school where every individual¿s learning needs are valued and respected. We value positive, challenging and rich learning experiences that develop creative thinkers, with achievement, engagement and wellbeing the fundamental pursuits of our school. We aspire to engage our students, with the support of the greater community, to develop the requisite skills and strategies to become confident, resilient and socially responsible learners.
School Values
The values which form the basis of the actions of the whole school community are: Respect, Responsibility, Kindness, Persistence
Environmental Context
Rosanna Golf Links Primary School opened in 1957 and has a current enrolment in the range of 500-600 mainstream students and 25 Deaf Facility students. The school is located on an expansive, well-landscaped and attractive site. The suburb is currently undergoing regeneration and many new, young families are making Rosanna their home with a SFOE index of 0.183. The school staffing profile in 2024 includes: 3.6 Principal Class; 2.6 Learning Specialists (Numeracy, Literacy and Deaf Facility Coordinator; 40 full time teaching staff, including 7 Teachers of the Deaf; and 12 non-teaching staff.
The school philosophy has a strong focus on all children being provided with opportunities to achieve their full potential, with an emphasis on the development of Literacy, Numeracy, Sustainability and Information and Communication Technology (ICT) competencies. Our school prides itself on our commitment towards inclusive education and an undertaking to provide differentiated learning programs which are designed to cater to individual children¿s point of need and learning styles. Our school philosophy is based on the belief that all students have the ability to achieve their full potential.
Student Welfare has a high priority with a whole school approach to discipline that emphasises anti-bullying, the principles of restorative justice, SWPBS, promoting high levels of tolerance and caring. Many opportunities are provided for student leadership, with a strong focus on students being responsible for their learning and their behaviour.