Work Type: Fixed-term - Part-time
Salary: Salary not specified
Grade: Education Support - Level 1, Range 2
Occupation: Education and training
Location: Loddon Mallee - Gannawarra
Reference: 1479590
SC1 Demonstrated capacity to perform duties consistent with established guidelines and frameworks, including working with individual students and small groups, and following school expectations and procedures.
SC2 Demonstrated capacity to work and collaborate with others in a team environment, including using initiative to contribute to other areas of the school e.g. lunch time programs, gardens, extra curricular activities.
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, including a knowledge of how to help students learn, behaviour management, assessment and record keeping, and helping students use ICT.
SC5 A commitment to professional learning and growth for both self and others.
Attendance requirement for this position - 15 hours spread over 4 days (Mon, Tues, Thurs, Fri), mainly for the literacy and numeracy blocks before lunch.
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.
Responsibilities may include:
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
VISION (Intention)
Each individual at Kerang South thrives as a learner.
· Committed to growing academically, socially and emotionally.
· Valuing curiosity as they explore and question the world around them.
· Proud of the respect and support given to each other and the community spirit lived each day.
VALUES
At Kerang South Primary School we value:
RESPECT: We respect what and how we achieve, the relationships we have and the opportunity for these to evolve.
(The umbrella value that the following sit under)
LEARNING: We are open to learning and using feedback to improve.
GROWTH: We encourage each individual to grow and to be active decision makers in preparation for an evolving future.
RESPONSIBILITY: We are responsible for our own learning and behaviour, and its impact on others.
INCLUSIVENESS: We provide an inclusive environment where every learner has access to quality teaching.
COMMUNITY SPIRIT: We welcome all learners and the diversity that builds the vibrancy in our community.
These values are continually promoted, lived and displayed throughout our school.
The Respectful Relationships program is an integral part of our culture. The foundations of Persistence, Confidence, Getting Along, Organisation and Resilience have been integrated from You Can Do It. These 5 foundations are essential for achieving success. We are also a Better Buddies and eSmart school (Alannah & Madeline Foundation) and adhere to all government Child Safe standards.
Kerang South is committed to providing the highest quality education for all in an environment that cares for and nurtures our students, staff and families.
We demonstrate this commitment by encouraging students to:
· Reach their full academic, social and physical potential in a fair, positive and consistent environment.
· Develop a good understanding of all key-learning areas, particularly literacy and numeracy.
· Value learning and growth and show a commitment to improving their learning outcomes.
· Develop a sense of self-discipline and pride in their work and their play.
· Respect the rights of other students, staff and visitors.
· Provide equal opportunity and equity for all members of the school community.
· Develop qualities and life skills such as responsibility, communication, independence, inquiring minds, resilience, problem solving, team work and creativity.
· Prepare for their next stages of learning by building on their strengths and experiences.
Kerang is located in the southern Mallee in northwest Victoria, about 20 minutes from the Murray River and NSW border (1 hour from Echuca, 1.5 hr from Bendigo, 40 min from Swan Hill). It is a busy service centre for the immediate and wider farming district and has extensive sporting facilities, a large range of community services and a stable population of about 3900.
Kerang South Primary School, which opened in 1967, is situated in the southern area of the town. Its enrolment is presently 107 and approximately one quarter of the students travel in by bus from the surrounding district. We say we are a boutique school - big enough to offer what a big school can offer and small enough that everyone knows your name.
The buildings consist of a new admin / specialist building, upgraded main wing, 6 relocatable classrooms, an art / music room, tutor room, well equipped library, science / Respectful Relationships / Indonesian room, a fully enclosed basketball court and multi-purpose shed, a large covered outdoor learning area, several store sheds and a Physical Education equipment store. The impressive grounds incorporate a large oval and new basketball court, attractive gardens with extensive shading, bike shelter, a chook yard, community garden, fitness track, a large variety of play equipment and pirate ship cubby sandpit area. We have just completed a $3.157 million upgrade, which has refreshed the entire school, and we have a new kinder on the school site. Access to the town's facilities, such as the swimming pool and town library, is usually achieved by bus.