Work Type: Ongoing - Part-time
Salary: Salary not specified
Grade: Education Support - Level 1, Range 2
Occupation: Education and training
Location: Gippsland - South Gippsland
Reference: 1502204
Located in rural Gippsland, Leongatha Secondary College is a high demand co-educational college set within the Leongatha Education Precinct, with current enrolment of 615 students. With over a century of history, the college is committed to academic excellence and student personal growth and aims to inspire, empower and support students in achieving their full potential academically, socially and emotionally.
Leongatha Secondary College offers a comprehensive curriculum plus alternative programs designed to cater to the diverse interests and abilities of all students. The wide breadth of subjects offered allows students to develop skills relevant to the modern world. In consultation with the broader school community, we have constructed the college's Effective Learner Traits (Motivation, Respect, Resilience & Reflection, Self Awareness) and by embedding these traits into our curriculum, not only are we directly responding to global, national and local needs, but we are nurturing successful and responsible citizenship.
We believe every student at Leongatha Secondary College can experience success and to this end, our teachers focus on teaching the individual regardless where they are on the learning continuum. Our staff are adaptable, flexible and ensure all students have an opportunity to develop and progress in the classroom and beyond.
The college is committed to providing comprehensive support services to ensure the wellbeing and success of our students. Our team of dedicated staff work collaboratively to offer academic guidance, career counselling and personal support. We value diversity and promote inclusivity, providing a safe and supportive learning environment for all students.
Recognising the importance of community engagement, the college actively fosters partnerships with parents, carers and the broader community. We believe collaboration and open communication are essential for student success and establishing these strong relationships with all school stakeholders, promotes a sense of belonging within the college community.
We are committed to ensuring every student at Leongatha Secondary College receives high quality education, has the opportunity to experience success, and develops a positive disposition to lifelong learning.
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.
Monday - Friday
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
This vacancy is specifically linked to Student Support Funding and is ongoing. If the funding reduces or ceases during the first seven years of employment, employment may cease subject to the provision of at least 12 weeks’ notice.