Work Type: Ongoing - Part-time
Salary: Salary not specified
Grade: Education Support - Level 1, Range 2
Occupation: Education and training
Location: Melbourne - Eastern suburbs
Reference: 1526469
The Statewide Vision Resource Centre (SVRC) supports Victorian children and young people who are blind or partially sighted to access and engage with school-based learning. We do this by providing students with specialised teaching, support, materials, and technologies. We also equip school staff, Visiting Teachers, and families across Victoria by providing personalised advice, training, and resources. Our mission is to provide leadership in blind and low vision education, enabling access, inclusion, and lifelong learning.
SVRC was established in 1983 by the Victorian Department of Education and Training. We are the leading centre of expertise in blindness and low vision education services, supporting eligible students in Government, Catholic and Independent schools. Our staff are committed to providing specialised and professional assistance, information and resources for students, schools, Visiting Teachers, and family members. We are located on the grounds of and administratively managed through the Heatherwood School, in the eastern metropolitan suburb of Donvale.
SC1 Demonstrated ability in producing student learning materials in an accessible format e.g. braille, etext, tactile diagrams.
SC2 Demonstrated strong organisational and administrative skills, with the ability to manage time effectively, set clear priorities, and consistently meet deadlines.
SC3 Demonstrated commitment to being a supportive and collaborative team member, with the ability to work effectively within teams, maintain confidentiality and adapt to changes in the workplace.
SC4 Demonstrated highly developed technology skills, including proficient keyboard skills, use of Microsoft Office and other equipment as relevant to the position.
SC5 Demonstrated commitment to ongoing professional learning to develop skills, expertise and the capacity to upskill others.
The Statewide Vision Resource Centre¿s Transcription Department produces materials in alternative formats including braille, e-text, tactile diagrams and 3D models. Transcription materials are produced at the request of Visiting Teachers and schools for use by students who are blind or partially sighted. Eligible students across Government, Catholic and Independent Schools are able to access SVRC¿s services.
A vacancy exists within the Transcription Department. The successful applicant will work with a team of other transcribers, producing accessible materials for students across Victoria.
Responsibilities for this position include:
transcription of student learning materials into accessible formats
transcription of tactile illustrations, manually and on a computer
operation of equipment such as a photocopier, braille embosser and tactile graphic machine
working collaboratively with other transcription staff to meet deadlines and produce quality materials in a timely manner
using specialised software, including Duxbury, graphic design software and the requesting platform
liaising with Visiting Teachers and school personnel in relation to work for students
provision of transcription support for SVRC programs and services
other duties as required
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
Applicants are asked to ensure their application contains a response to the selection criteria, an up-to-date CV and list of at least three current referees, including their contact details.
Applicants require a current Working With Children Check