Work Type: Ongoing - Full-time
Salary: Salary not specified
Grade: Education Support - Level 1, Range 3
Occupation: Health and allied health
Location: Melbourne - Western suburbs
Reference: 1506650
The Mental Health Practitioners (MHP) initiative was announced by the Minister for Education in late 2018 to expand mental health and wellbeing support in government schools. The initiative provides for a suitably qualified mental health professional in all government secondary school campuses and specialist school (with secondary-aged enrolments) settings.
Operating in collaboration with the relevant Department of Education Regional Mental Health Branch, this role has the following functions:
Education support class level 1 range 4
The successful applicant will be an experienced professional who will carry out their duties and responsibilities, relative to their professional discipline, with a high level of autonomy and with minimal reliance on professional supervision. The successful applicant will be responsible for the development and implementation of professional support programs within an educational environment, including guidance to other professional staff.
As an education support class position, this role supports the educational services being provided to students, but will not include duties of teaching as defined in clause 2.6.1 of the Education and Training Reform Act 2006 (Vic).
For more information on the responsibilities of an Education Support class level 1 range 4 employee, please visit the Victorian Government Schools Agreement 2022: https://www2.education.vic.gov.au/pal/industrial-agreements/resources
Please note: Continued professional development is a registration requirement under the National Law, which governs the operations of the National Boards and Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (AHPRA).
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
We believe that great schools are built by people who feel supported, valued, and inspired. That¿s why we make staff wellbeing a priority at Riverbend. Our educators benefit from genuine work-life balance, small collaborative teams, and a workplace culture that champions both professional growth and personal care. With access to a fully equipped on-site gym, dedicated wellbeing spaces, and supportive leadership, our staff have the tools they need to thrive.
As a growing school community in Wyndham Vale, our enrolments continue to increase as families are drawn to our inclusive culture, modern facilities, and strong sense of belonging. This growth reflects the trust our community places in us and the shared commitment to delivering excellence in education.
At the same time, we are deeply committed to meeting the diverse educational needs of every student. Our inclusive and nurturing learning environment places students at the centre of all we do. We set high expectations and provide strong support so every learner can succeed ¿ academically, socially, and emotionally.
Our purpose-built school features modern learning spaces across three neighbourhoods, double-storey classrooms, a performing arts centre, gymnasium, outdoor courts, and a spacious sports field. Specialist programs in Visual Arts, Performing Arts, STEM, and Physical Education ensure a well-rounded education that supports the whole child. Students at our school also learn Auslan.
Guided by our school values ¿ Positivity, Excellence, Resilience, Respect, and Inclusion, represented by our mascot PERRI ¿ we are shaping future-ready students who are kind, confident, and capable.
If you're looking for a school where your wellbeing is prioritised and your teaching can make a real difference, Riverbend Primary School offers a supportive, energising environment where both staff and students can flourish ¿ and grow together.