Work Type: Fixed-term - Part-time
Salary: Salary not specified
Grade: Education Support - Level 1, Range 2
Occupation: Education and training
Location: Barwon South West - Greater Geelong
Reference: 1486931
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.
[Attendance requirement for this position]
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.
The SAKG Coordinator, with assistance of Grade 3/4 appointed teacher(s), has the overall responsibility for planning and maintaining the SAKG program. The coordinator plans and conducts both garden and kitchen classes in which students learn about growing produce for a kitchen (among many other things) and planning menus that can be cooked by the children, based on foods that have been grown and harvested in the garden.
On taking up the position you will undertake the following tasks.
¿ Liaise with the Grade 3/4 appointed teacher(s) to facilitate the rollout of both the vegetable garden and kitchen components of the Kitchen Garden Program, along with general problem solving and planning of special events, publicity etc.
¿ Plan weekly garden or cooking classes, ensuring they are applicable to the participating group of students. This involves preparing activities for each class, creating a syllabus allowing for dietary requirements and allergens and preparing materials.
¿ Facilitate garden and kitchen classes with the aid of the classroom teacher assisting with behavioural issues.
¿ Involve classroom teachers and students in the development of the syllabus through formal and informal discussions.
¿ Plan the planting of the vegetable garden and involve the students in the process.
¿ Plan any development of the vegetable garden infrastructure ¿ incorporating the pre-existing vision ¿ and involve the school community in the process.
¿ Document suggested garden changes and provide to appointed teachers and where necessary the School Council Environment Committee.
¿ Assist with documentation of the project by recording comments on classes, collecting worksheets, class surveys, photographic documentation, weekly records etc.
¿ Be resourceful about obtaining items needed for the garden and kitchen ¿ receive donations when possible, or purchase within budget guidelines.
¿ Work in the garden doing general gardening tasks like weeding, pest control and completing jobs not finished by students, as well as maintaining equipment.
¿ Communicate any maintenance matters to either the schools Working Bee coordinator or to the Business Manager.
¿ Collaborate with teachers to coordinate and support garden volunteers, compile and update volunteer information, help coordinate volunteer events, advertise for volunteers and respond to interest from potential volunteers.
¿ Liaise with the Business Manager regarding petty cash.
¿ Liaise with the wider community and nurture relationships with those donating goods to the kitchen garden.
¿ Identify and facilitate fundraising opportunities such as coordinating the selling of seeds, seedlings and excess produce at a suitable outlet, e.g. school market.
¿ Liaise with the appointed teachers on ways to integrate the learning in the garden with the learning in the kitchen.
¿ Harvest produce for kitchen classes.
¿ Provide encouragement, advice and inspiration to other schools by facilitating group tours and school excursions to the garden, giving presentations and responding to phone calls and emails
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
Highton Primary School, located in Geelong, has been a cornerstone of the local community since 1880. We've established a strong reputation for providing a high-quality education that fosters both academic achievement and personal growth. The school has been an accredited International Baccalaureate World School since April 2009. Our vision is: As an IB World School, in a culture promoting respectful relationships, wellbeing and collaboration, we develop caring lifelong learners who strive for their personal best and are empowered to take action. We deliver a challenging curriculum that addresses individual differences and learning styles with the mission to develop internationally minded students. The school is committed to developing a community of learners.
Our staff are committed to a collaborative culture focused on building practice excellence. With a focus on student growth, the school provides ongoing support to all staff and is striving to establish outstanding professional learning communities. The school is committed to the challenging and invigorating task of preparing young people for a rapidly changing world. It is the young people who are our focus aiming for responsible, successful, confident students who are internationally minded and positively impact the future.
The school has facilities to complement the educational programs offered, including 14 classrooms, library, canteen, and a well-maintained playground and oval. The school also accesses the adjoining hall for a variety of purposes. Highton Primary School is more than just a place of learning; it's a community. We encourage parental involvement and foster a sense of belonging among our students, staff, and families. Our community is encouraged to participate by volunteering in a variety of ways including helping in the classroom, on excursions or serving on the Parent Club and on School Council. The community play a key role in curriculum, environment and resource implementation.
The school community is a valued part of the school and parental involvement is encouraged. Currently, the school's teaching staff has a balance of both experienced and graduate teachers, who play a vital role in school-based and extra-curricular activities, community and social functions and help create a vibrant school at Highton. The staff actively demonstrates their dedication to the students and the school by their enthusiasm and attendance at a wide range of Professional Development activities.
Specialist Subjects (Art, Performing Arts, PE and Italian) are timetabled from Monday to Friday. The school offers its students a quality education, providing curriculum based on the Victorian Essential Learnings framework. The school implements a full LOTE program in Italian. The school community also supports disability and impairment programs for several of its children.