Work Type: Fixed-term - Part-time
Salary: Salary not specified
Grade: Education Support - Level 1, Range 2
Occupation: Education and training
Location: Loddon Mallee - Mildura
Reference: 1509016
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.
Work hours will be:
Monday to Friday 8:50am to 3:25pm
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
Thank you for your interest in this vacancy at Chaffey Secondary College.
Applicants are asked to ensure their application includes (preferably uploaded as one PDF document):
Day time phone numbers are vital to make appointments for an interview in the event that you are shortlisted.
Applicants must have a current Working with Children card.
First Aid is a requirement of this position, but training can be provided.
This vacancy is to replace an employee on parental absence and is for a period of seven years or until the employee absent on leave returns to duty at the school.
Chaffey Secondary College is in Mildura Victoria, which is 545 kilometres from Melbourne and 396 kilometres from Adelaide. Direct commercial flights are available daily to Melbourne and Sydney.
Located on the Murray River, Mildura is a large regional city providing everything you need without the hustle and bustle of the big cities, which are only a short flight away. Welcome to the Tropical North Victoria!
https://www.visitmildura.com.au/
https://milduraairport.com.au/
School Profile
Vision and Values
The Vision for Chaffey Secondary College is:
High Expectations for all with a focus on:
This is driven by Our purpose statement which is: `The purpose of Chaffey Secondary College is to grow all of our young people academically, socially and emotionally, to be proud of themselves, the school, and the community in a safe and inclusive environment¿
Chaffey has been awarded a Silver Award for implementation of School Wide Positive Behaviour Supports (SWPBS). This work has driven our Attitudes to School Survey data to be above state average in most areas.
Chaffey has a student population in 2025 of approximately 700 students in Years 7 ¿ 10 which we will maintain moving into 2026.
This position provides the opportunity for a teacher to join our team in 2026 and beyond. Our college continues to grow and we have a number of structures in place to support new and beginning teachers throughout the year and long-term. New and beginning teachers are well-supported through our induction program and in an ongoing capacity in their teaching and professional development. Learning specialists, curriculum-based teams, and sub-school structures provide a range of supports for all teachers.
The college is incredibly well-resourced with outstanding facilities. This includes MacBooks in all classrooms, 180-seat theatre used for bi-annual productions, two-court gymnasium and fitness training room. Our extensive grounds offer outdoor basketball courts, exercise circuits, ninja warrior challenge course with the addition of our new multi-use synthetic surface which includes 6 tennis courts and hockey pitch alongside our new synthetic outdoor volleyball court.
Chaffey Secondary College also has a farm that is used to host both the Northern Mallee Horticulture Immersion Program and Hands on Learning Program.
Chaffey Secondary College is a Musical Futures International Champion School.
The college is also one of 35 accredited S.E.A.L. (Select Entry Accelerated Learning) schools in Victoria, and the only S.E.A.L. school in north-west Victoria.
Additional programs are provided to meet the learning needs of students with a disability, students from diverse backgrounds, students requiring academic extension, and students requiring literacy and numeracy intervention.
Information about the college is available via: Chaffey Secondary College website or our Facebook page or Instagram. https://chaffeysc.vic.edu.au/