Work Type: Fixed-term - Part-time
Salary: Salary not specified
Grade: Education Support - Level 1, Range 2
Occupation: Education and training
Location: Melbourne - Southern suburbs
Reference: 1524634
Tucker Road Bentleigh Primary School is committed to continuous improvement and the provision of high-quality teaching and learning. We are proud of our extensive grounds, which include a full-sized oval, a variety of play facilities, and a dedicated Out of School Hours Care facility (Rainbow House), operated by TheirCare.
Significant investment in our facilities over the past decade has enhanced our learning environment. A Building the Education Revolution (BER) project in 2009 delivered six modern classrooms, a central shared space, and withdrawal offices. In 2019, a government grant funded the development of a large gymnasium and sports office. In 2021, we added a new administration building and a contemporary classroom block, comprising four classrooms, a central learning space, toilets, and a teacher workspace.
Our central learning block features eight classrooms, specialist teaching spaces, a STEM room, and a refurbished library with an adjoining courtyard garden. These facilities support a safe and stimulating environment where students¿ intellectual, physical, social, and emotional development is nurtured.
At TRBPS, creativity, enthusiasm, and cooperation are promoted through a strong emphasis on Health and Physical Education, the Arts (music, performance, and visual arts), and our newly established STEM program. Teaching and learning programs are differentiated to meet the diverse needs of all students. A range of student interest groups and extra-curricular activities are available, including lunchtime clubs and after-school programs such as Karate, Soccer, Chess, Coding, LEGO, Basketball, and Hebrew language and cultural studies through UJEB (all delivered by private providers).
Our curriculum is carefully designed to be engaging, inclusive, and aligned with best practice. Inquiry-based learning underpins the development of critical thinking, collaboration, IT capability, and problem-solving skills. Specialist programs in Music, Visual Arts, STEM, and PE/Sport provide valuable learning opportunities beyond the classroom.
The school has a Student Family Occupation and Education (SFOE) index of 0.16. Our current staffing includes a Principal, Assistant Principal, three administrative staff, three Learning Specialists (Literacy, Numeracy and Data Literacy), a part-time Disability and Inclusion Wellbeing Leader, 16 classroom teachers, four specialist teachers, and nine Education Support staff.
We are proud of the strong partnerships we foster with parents and carers. Family engagement is a feature of our school, with a high level of involvement across school life. With an enrolment of approximately 390 students, we provide a caring, inclusive, and supportive environment where every learner is inspired to thrive.
The School Improvement Team (SIT) works collaboratively with the School Council to maintain a strong focus on student achievement and wellbeing. We are committed to the development of the whole child, valuing academic excellence, creativity, physical activity, and cultural understanding. Our school vision¿to ensure every student, staff member, and family feels safe, included and proud¿is central to everything we do.
Student wellbeing is supported through our school values, individual goal setting, clear behaviour expectations, and positive classroom environments. We use a Restorative Practice approach to guide students in managing their behaviour and navigating social and emotional challenges.
Our vision is to develop literate, numerate, creative, and multi-skilled lifelong learners. We want our students to be confident, resilient, collaborative, and capable problem-solvers with a positive mindset who are prepared to meet challenges and celebrate success.
Developed with input from all members of our school community, our Vision Statement is:
At Tucker Road Bentleigh Primary School, we provide opportunities for all students to acquire the skills to become lifelong learners and have a positive impact on their world. Students are supported to achieve their personal best¿academically, socially, emotionally, and physically. Our school culture ensures that everyone is valued and has the opportunity to thrive and succeed.
We warmly welcome new families to our school and invite you to become part of the inclusive and vibrant Tucker Road community.
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.
Position is 2 days per week
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