Work Type: Fixed-term - Part-time
Salary: Salary not specified
Grade: Education Support - Level 1, Range 2
Occupation: Education and training
Location: Hume - Greater Shepparton
Reference: 1538829
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:
Provides medical intervention support to a student/s, under specific conditions, with appropriate training and guidance
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
Strathmerton Primary School is located in the rural township of Strathmerton, approximately 249 kilometres north of Melbourne and 56 kilometres north of Shepparton. The school currently has an enrolment of 51 students drawn from the local community and surrounding areas, including Yarroweyah and Bearii. At Strathmerton Primary School, we firmly believe that every child has the right to access a high-quality education. Our vision is to provide outstanding teaching and learning experiences that equip students to become confident, engaged and responsible members of both local and global communities. We recognise that students achieve their best when they feel happy, healthy and safe, and when they are supported by a positive and inclusive school culture.
Our mission is to prepare students for success in a rapidly changing 21st century, where creativity, collaboration, global awareness and adaptability are essential skills. We strive to deliver a contemporary and engaging curriculum within a purposeful learning environment. Guided by our School Strategic Plan and Annual Implementation Plan, our focus is to improve literacy, numeracy and wellbeing outcomes for all students. We promote a whole-school approach to positive behaviour, centred on our core values of Support Each Other, Try Your Best, Act Safely and Respect (the Strathy STARS). These values guide expectations for student conduct in classrooms, playgrounds and all learning settings.
The school grounds are expansive and well resourced, offering a variety of play spaces including a large oval, two synthetic courts and two playgrounds. The classrooms consist of five refurbished learning spaces, an Art Room, a Wellbeing Room and a modern library. The school operates four composite grades. Our staffing profile includes a Principal, four full-time teachers, two part-time teachers, a part-time office manager and two Education Support staff. Specialist programs are delivered in Art, Library, Physical Education, Mental Health and Auslan, alongside additional sporting opportunities funded through the Sporting Schools program.
The school¿s socio-economic profile is classified in the high range, based on a Student Family Occupation and Education (SFOE) index of 0.5326. As a result, Equity funding is strategically allocated to provide targeted support for students with additional needs. This includes the Tutor Learning Initiative in literacy and numeracy, speech therapy services, and wellbeing support, ensuring all students are supported to thrive.