Work Type: Fixed-term - Full-time
Salary: Salary not specified
Grade: Education Support - Level 1, Range 4
Occupation: Education and training
Location: Melbourne - Western suburbs
Reference: 1548823
KSC 1
Demonstrated knowledge and experience supporting the social, emotional, behavioural and wellbeing needs of primary school-aged students and the ability to plan and implement individual and small-group interventions.
KSC 2
Demonstrated organisational, case management and interpersonal skills, including the ability to establish effective relationships with students, families, school staff, external professionals and community organisations.
KSC 3
Demonstrated ability to identify, coordinate, and facilitate appropriate internal and external supports and referral pathways for students and families.
KSC 4
Demonstrated understanding of inclusive education, Department of Education policies and priorities, including Child Safe Standards and mandatory reporting requirements.
The Mental Health and Wellbeing Leader works collaboratively with the Principal Class Team, Wellbeing Team, teaching and education support staff, families, external agencies and the wider school community to support the wellbeing, engagement, inclusion and educational outcomes of students.
The role provides both proactive and responsive wellbeing support across the school, including individual student support, targeted small-group intervention, whole-school wellbeing initiatives, Disability Inclusion processes, behaviour support, referral pathways and coordination of community programs.
A key focus of the position is strengthening the school's capacity to respond effectively to students experiencing social, emotional, behavioural, attendance, family or educational challenges while promoting a positive, safe and inclusive school environment.
Key roles include
Responsibilities include:
A degree in social work, counselling, psychology or a closely related discipline is preferred.
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
Stevensville PS is located in the western suburbs of St Albans. Our student population is culturally diverse, with 75% of students speaking a language other than English at home. The school is organised into single classes for Foundation and composite classes for 1/2, 3/4, and 5/6. We offer specialist programs in Physical Education, Health, STEM, Performing Arts, Visual Arts, and Italian.
Our School Values of Respect, Responsibility and Trust set out our expectations for all members of the school community, including the principal, all school staff, parents, students, and visitors. They acknowledge the diversity of individuals in our school community and reflect the shared commitment of all members to building a safe, respectful, and trusting school community.
The staff at Stevensville Primary School comprises a Principal, an Assistant Principal, Learning Specialists, and classroom teachers. Support Staff include a Business Manager, Mental Health and Wellbeing and Disability Inclusion Leaders, Education Support staff, and a Maintenance Person.
Our Strategic Plan and AIP focus on improving literacy and numeracy outcomes for students and on ensuring the school provides a safe and calm learning environment. The school actively implements the School Wide Positive Behaviour Support framework, achieving Gold status for the past three years. In addition, the school provides a range of supports to promote students' well-being and learning.
Learning Specialists and PLT leaders collaborate with the principal class team to support student learning and well-being. Our Disability Inclusion Leader and Mental Health and Wellbeing Leader work with staff to develop and implement adjustments for students with additional learning needs.
Our school operates a Community Hub, offering a range of well-attended programs that build a link between parents and the school, develop parenting and language skills, and provide social interaction opportunities for parents and community members.
Our Out of School Hours Care program, operated by TheirCare, provides before- and after-school care for our working families.
We are seeking an enthusiastic staff member to join our school community and help ensure the best possible outcomes for our students. The successful applicant will work collaboratively with the Leadership team to improve educational and wellbeing outcomes for students.
Please contact our Principal, Leanne Keane, if you would like further information about the role or to organise a school tour.