Work Type: Ongoing - Part-time
Salary: Salary not specified
Grade: Education Support - Level 1, Range 3
Occupation: Education and training
Location: Melbourne - Western suburbs
Reference: 1482965
Baden Powell College is a multi-campus College situated in the thriving City of Wyndham. We are proud to foster academic excellence, nurture social-emotional growth, and unlocking the unique potential within each student.
At Baden Powell College, our philosophy is rooted in the core values of respect, endeavour, integrity, and resilience. We believe in empowering minds and nurturing hearts, striving towards a holistic approach to education. Our goal is to foster academic excellence, recognising that true growth extends beyond the intellectual realm. We are dedicated to nurturing social-emotional development, understanding that a supportive and respectful environment is essential for the well-rounded development of each child. Our vision is centered on unlocking the unique potential within every individual, guiding them on a journey of discovery, self-realisation, and lifelong learning. Through a commitment to these principles, we aim to create an educational environment that not only imparts knowledge but also instills values, shaping individuals who contribute positively to the world around them.
We pride ourselves on offering a broad, innovative, and differentiated curriculum. We believe in the importance of a safe and friendly school environment, prioritising both academic and social needs. We collectively build the capacity of our staff, ensuring consistency and providing the best possible education for our students.
At Baden Powell College, collaboration is key. Our teams work together seamlessly, leveraging diverse perspectives to enhance the learning experience for our students. Our commitment to excellence is reflected in our great coaching culture. Our dedicated staff engages in effective coaching practices, fostering continuous growth and improvement. We believe in the power of continuous learning. Our robust professional development program ensures that our educators stay at the forefront of innovative teaching practices.
A Glimpse into Our Community
Campuses: With two campuses ¿ The Derrimut Heath Campus (P-6) in Hoppers Crossing and The Tarneit Campus (P-9) on Baden Powell Drive - we cater to students from prep to nine, providing a comprehensive education across primary and secondary years.
Staffing Profile: Our dedicated team includes a College Principal, Assistant Principals, Leading Teachers, Learning Specialists, a Mental Health Practitioner and a Counsellor. With over 100 staff, we ensure a diverse and supportive community.
Enrolment: In 2023, we had over 1000 students, representing a rich tapestry of cultures, experiences, and abilities. Our inclusive environment celebrates diversity and promotes a sense of belonging.
Range 3 is distinguished by the introduction of management responsibility and accountability for the delivery of professional support services. The role will usually impact beyond the work area or professional field. It seeks to gain cooperation of other staff members or members of the school community to achieve specific objectives, such as in school administration, operations or educational programs.
Direction on targets and goals is provided but the position will have some degree of latitude in determining how they are achieved. This latitude will generally be limited by standard procedures and school policy. Deviation from standard procedures and school policy will require guidance and direction from senior management.
The provision of business management responsibilities becomes a feature at range 3. Management of staff to achieve the expected outcomes is a key responsibility. Staff management issues will be resolved with minimal reference to senior management, although guidance will be required in more complex cases. Senior management will be provided with timely reports and advice, although this will generally be confined to matters relating to the immediate work area, service provision or educational program and is unlikely to impact substantially on whole of school operations.
This is the minimum range for positions that carry a mandatory qualification requirement of not less than four years. Professional student support positions become a feature at range 3 (e.g. therapists, psychologists) where standard professional services are delivered. Professional support and guidance will be close at hand and deviation from standard procedures and school policy will require guidance and direction from senior management.
An education support class position supports the educational services being provided to students, but must not include duties of teaching as defined in clause 2.6.1 of the Education and Training Reform Act 2006 (Vic) or its successor. Supervision of students cannot be required except where it is an integral part of the employee¿s position or involves supervision of students individually or in small groups, in controlled circumstances, where the responsibility for students remains clearly with a teacher.
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