Work Type: Ongoing - Part-time
Salary: Salary not specified
Grade: Education Support - Level 1, Range 2
Occupation: Education and training
Location: Melbourne - Southern suburbs
Reference: 1479433
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.
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
Please ensure that your application includes:
Please note that the selection panel may seek additional referees beyond those you name. Consistent with policy, we shall advise you if we will take this action.
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.
Keysborough Primary School is a government school located in the south-eastern suburbs of Melbourne near the border of Springvale South and Keysborough Our school buildings have flexible learning spaces, excellent facilities and an environment designed to support high quality teaching and learning. Keysborough Primary School has an enrolment of 390 students and employs 65 well-qualified and committed staff. The SFOE Index is 0.5513
For the majority of our students, English is a second language. The main language background groups are Cambodian, English and Vietnamese.
Our vision is for all students to have the knowledge, understanding, skills and attitudes to achieve their personal best. We are committed to providing a learning environment that engages and supports all students and we are united and passionate about our core objective to improve learning outcomes for all. There is a shared belief that everyone is capable of successful learning, and that caring relationships, high expectations, quality teaching and a safe, supportive environment are key factors in successful learning.
There is a focus on making sure students enjoy school and look forward to the opportunities our school provides. Our current priorities are ensuring all students have high numeracy and literacy skills, building staff capacity to meet the needs of all learners, and strengthening school-family partnerships. There is a growing emphasis on the development of personal learning and thinking skills and a whole school commitment to the Visual and Performing Arts for the positive effect they have on students¿ development. The school has a well-equipped Performing Arts Centre, a gymnasium, extensive grounds, and a range of specialist teaching areas. Specialist programs are offered in The Arts, Engage with Asia /Mandarin program, Physical Education and Digi Tech. Information and Communication Technologies enhance and enrich learning across the curriculum. A comprehensive range of additional programs support student learning and wellbeing.
Keysborough Primary School¿s purpose is Future Making for Every Student which is our core business. Our Virtues are caring, passionate, respect, enthusiasm and excellence. We teach and live these behaviours as we learn and work together at Keysborough Primary.
For further information please check our school website www.keysboroughps.vic.edu.au