Work Type: Fixed-term - Part-time
Salary: Salary not specified
Grade: Education Support - Level 1, Range 3
Occupation: Health and allied health
Location: Melbourne - Western suburbs
Reference: 1501439
SC1 Demonstrated understanding and commitment to the development of a comprehensive social work service to students and families throughout a primary school.
SC2 The capacity to develop and implement social work programs as well as facilitate individual and group learning for students, families and staff.
SC3 Demonstrated ability to input into the development, implementation and evaluation of processes and strategies aimed at enhancing mental health and wellbeing prevention, promotion and early intervention.
SC4 Demonstrated experience in assessing, conceptualising and analysing wellbeing issues, and providing evidence-based direct counselling support to clients with a range of mental health needs.
SC5 Demonstrated experience in coordinating supports for young people with complex needs including referrals to a range of specialist services as appropriate.
Mackellar PS is seeking a qualified Social Worker to join our Wellbeing Team. The Social Worker will work collaboratively with students, families and staff to support student growth, wellbeing and safety; and to help students and their families overcome barriers to learning and engagement.
Required
Desirable
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
Mackellar Primary School, nestled in the heart of Delahey, Victoria, is a vibrant educational environment that thrives on its vision of "Empowering Global Citizens." Situated in a diverse community with a range of well-connected support services, the school benefits from its strategic location within the Melbourne suburb.
The school's collectively developed vision of "Empowering Global Citizens" serves as its guiding principle to ensure our students have ownership of their learning in a way that successfully prepares them for life beyond school, and with a defined moral compass. This vision is firmly anchored in four key pedagogical principles which align with our school mascot the bee. They are:
Bee Connected: Students are encouraged to build connections with peers, subject matter experts and teachers at school, and beyond with business leaders, not-for-profit organisations and government entities. This fosters a powerful sense of belonging and an understanding of the interconnectedness of our world.
Bee Collaborative: Collaboration is a cornerstone of achieving the global and moral aspect of our school¿s vision. Students are taught the value of teamwork, preparing them for future collaborative endeavours in a global society where one recognises and acts on what is right.
Bee Curious: The school nurtures curiosity amongst its students. They are empowered to ask questions, explore innovative ideas, and develop a lifelong love for learning.
Bee Creative: Creativity is celebrated and encouraged at Mackellar. Students are given the freedom to express themselves creatively, fostering innovative thinking and critical thinking skills.
Social and Emotional Learning
Mackellar Primary School also upholds a set of core values: Resilience, Teamwork, Respect, and Learning. These values are woven into the fabric of the school's culture and guide students in their personal and academic growth. The school places a strong emphasis on social and emotional learning. Programs such as School-wide Positive Behaviour Supports and Resilience, Rights, and Respectful Relationships equip students with essential life skills, promoting positive behaviour and building strong, respectful relationships.
A notable asset of the school is its dedicated Mental Health in Schools Leader, who facilitates a range of positive mental health programs. These initiatives have included art therapy, music therapy, Seasons for Growth, and the 'I Can School Mentoring Program,' which play a vital role in promoting the emotional well-being of students.
Curriculum Achievement
In the realm of teaching, Mackellar Primary School employs explicit and scaffolded methods. English and Mathematics are taught sequentially and progressively, accommodating the diverse learning styles and abilities of its students. Differentiated instruction is a cornerstone of the school's approach, ensuring that every student's unique needs are met. Our inquiry units follow Lee Crockett's Future Focused Learning model, which incorporates his `10 Shifts of Practice¿. This forward-thinking approach equips students with the skills needed to excel in the ever-evolving 21st-century landscape.
The school's curriculum offers an exceptional range of specialist subjects: Physical Education, The Arts (Visual & Performing), Languages (Italian), Digital Learning, and Design Technology (Food studies). These subjects offer students diverse opportunities for creative expression and skill development. In addition, Mackellar Primary School is committed to supporting all students in their academic journey. As such, the school offers intervention programs to assist those at risk of not reaching their potential, as well as a high-ability program that nurtures students' strengths across various curriculum areas and an array of student leadership initiatives including School, Vice and House Captains as well as a Junior School Council.
Community Involvement
Parents from the local community are warmly welcomed and encouraged to be actively involved in the school's activities such as our biennial production and art show, days of significance (e.g. ANZAC Day, Day for Daniel, Harmony Week and National Sorry Day) and other school-based events. Subject matter experts are also invited to contribute to classroom-based activities ensuring learning is both locally relevant and globally informed.
The principal Simon McGlade, who has led the school since late 2020, is deeply committed to making Mackellar Primary School a school of choice for everyone in the community. The leadership team of the school work collaboratively with all staff to build their capacity, whilst addressing the individual needs of students, fostering an environment of continuous growth and excellence. Together, they ensure that Mackellar Primary School remains a beacon of empowerment and education.