Work Type: Fixed-term - Full-time
Salary: Salary not specified
Grade: Education Support - Level 1, Range 2
Occupation: Administration
Location: Gippsland - Baw Baw
Reference: 1528079
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.
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
The Operational Teaching Assistant (OTA) aims to ease the administrative and operational workload of teachers and enable them to focus on duties that require their professional knowledge, judgement and expertise in teaching and learning.
The Operational Teaching Assistant role involves undertaking a variety of administrative, organisational and operational tasks that are traditionally completed by teachers but do not require a teaching qualification, Victorian Institute of Teaching (VIT) registration or the specific expertise of a teacher.
This role has been established as part of the Victorian Government Operational Teaching Assistant Pilot Program and is a 12-month position commencing in Term 3, 2026.
The OTA will support the effective operation of classrooms, whole-school programs and school systems by assisting with administration, organisation, communication, resource management and operational coordination across the school.
This role does not involve direct teaching or responsibility for student learning programs. The role exists to support teachers and school leaders by reducing administrative workload and improving operational efficiency across the school.
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.
The OTA will contribute positively to the culture and operations of South Street Primary School and support the school¿s vision of Excellence in Education to achieve personal growth and academic success.
Moe (South Street) Primary School is centrally located in the township of Moe, in the
Latrobe Valley, Gippsland, Victoria. The school has a strong and proud reputation within
the community and has a current enrolment of approximately 215 students.
South Street Primary School prides itself on building strong relationships with our
students and families to ensure students are connected to their school and local
community.
Our partnership with the Moe Early Learning Centre, located adjacent to our school,
provides excellent ongoing services for families from birth through to high school. We are
also active participants in the Moe Southside Community User group, allowing for the
shared use of recreational facilities at Ted Summerton Reserve.
At South Street Primary School, we are committed to ensuring academic success and
personal growth for all students.
Our Vision: Excellence in education to achieve personal growth and academic success.
Our vision is supported by our commitment to instil the strong values of being safe, respectful learners.
Our wellbeing practices are guided by the School-Wide Positive Behaviour Support
Program (referred to as PB4L at South Street), Berry Street Education Model, and
Restorative Practices from our partnership with Real Schools. Students and families at
South Street have access to a range of supports provided by our Wellbeing Team, which
includes a Wellbeing Leader (Social Worker), Disability Inclusion Coordinator, School
Nurse, and Chaplain.
Our teachers work collaboratively in Professional Learning Communities (PLC), focusing
on improving student learning outcomes and building teacher capacity and knowledge.
Specialist programs include:
¿ Visual Arts
¿ DigiTech
¿ Physical Education
¿ Music
Our students also participate in a range of extra-curricular and sporting events that
complement and add value to their growth. These include:
¿ a camping program for Grades 3-6
null a swimming program for Grades Prep-6
null District, Division and Regional sporting events
null and regular incursions and excursions that are aligned to student learning
All classroom teachers are supported in their growth and development by our Learning
Specialists, who, along with the Principal and Assistant Principal, comprise the school's
leadership team.
School Tours or additional information can be arranged upon request by contacting
Brendan Dawson, Principal, on 5127 1512.