Work Type: Fixed-term - Part-time
Salary: Salary not specified
Grade: Education Support - Level 1, Range 3
Occupation: Education and training
Location: Melbourne - Southern suburbs
Reference: 1519587
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.
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.
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
James Cook Primary School opened in 1979 and sits at the gateway to Endeavour Hills, in a well-established and vibrant community for generations of many families. We deeply value our history in the area and links with the local and wider community.
Our focus is in developing the whole student through academic and social programs equipping them with the tools to interact successfully within society. We deliver a rich and inclusive learning program for every student, within a culture of high expectations for all. Every student receives a personalised learning program that ensures they are learning at their point of need. Our instructional model ensures the development of individuals to become independent and confident learners for life. Safety, Respect and Responsibility underpin our positive behaviour expectations.
Boasting excellent facilities, James Cook Primary School¿s curriculum includes specialist subjects - Physical Education, Visual Arts, Chinese Mandarin, and Performing Arts. Instrumental music tuition is available on a user-pay basis. Subsidised camp programs are on offer for students in Years 3-6, to destinations within Victoria.
As a family focused learning environment, James Cook Primary School enjoys a calendar of several whole-school and community events, including a Twilight Sports evening, Mothers¿ and Fathers¿ Day Breakfasts, a whole-school Musical event and a student-led Mini-Fete.
We value the contribution of our parents, primary carers, and families to build strong relationships between the home and school. We are particularly proud of our personalised approach to our processes. The best interests of our students is our mission and we work closely with our families to get the best possible outcomes for everyone.
We are proud of our reputation as an excellent school, and the breadth of learning opportunities provided for our students. We are very excited about our new buildings program that will commence in 2025. Our School Council and team of dedicated and passionate staff continue to work in partnership with our families to further develop and consolidate the many programs on offer here, in a harmonious environment that is, James Cook Primary School.
We fully embrace our school motto, ¿Believe to Succeed,¿ as we believe that all children can, and will, achieve to their fullest potential.
Anne Burgess ¿ Principal
Important information for applicants
- Applications MUST address the specified selection criteria. A limit of one page of standard 12-point text is suggested for each selection criterion.
- Personal and other information should not exceed 2-3 pages.
- Applicants are strongly advised to visit the school website (www.jamescookps.vic.edu.au) for further information prior to preparing an application for any position at James Cook Primary School.
- Applicants must make every attempt to lodge applications through School Jobs Vic.
- In the rare case that applicants are unable to access School Jobs Vic, e-mail applications will be accepted at [email protected]
- The applicant¿s name, contact details and the position number for which they are applying should be clearly displayed on the front page of any attachment.
- Application attachments are preferred in PDF format.
- Microsoft Word (.doc or .docx) format is also acceptable.
- Compressed files such as .zip files are not compatible with the School Jobs Vic system.
- Graphics and artwork are not encouraged and should be kept to a minimum.
- For ease of handling by the school, all documents (cover letter, cv and key selection criteria responses) can be saved as one pdf and uploaded to School Jobs Vic.
- The names and contact details of up to three referees must be provided with the application.
- All applicants should ensure that their personal profile on School Jobs Vic is up to date.
Should you have further queries regarding the position, please contact the school:
Phone: 9700 2601