Work Type: Ongoing - Part-time
Salary: Salary not specified
Grade: Education Support - Level 1, Range 2
Occupation: Education and training
Location: Loddon Mallee - Mildura
Reference: 1481354
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.
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
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.
Irymple Primary School is located 5km from the centre of Mildura with a student population of 327 in 2025. We are committed to creating a stimulating and challenging learning environment that supports each child to 'Be the Best That They Can Be'.
Our school has four key values - LEARNING, PRIDE, RESPECT and SAFETY. We endeavour in our daily work to provide an `INCLUSIVE¿ learning environment where students can achieve their personal best (both academically and socially).
The school maintains a high level of student learning in all curriculum areas through the delivery of high-quality learning programs, with an emphasis in the areas of Literacy, Numeracy, Science, Humanities, Italian Language, ICT, The Arts and PE/Health. Professional Learning Communities are used, to value the role of `teachers as researchers.¿ There is a one-to-one Netbook program for all Year 3 to 6 students and junior students have the use of a fully equipped one-to-one device hub and mobile sets of iPads.
The individual needs of all students are catered for, through a range of programs providing additional support (including tutoring in Mathematics and Literacy) and extension (VHAP program). Our school culture promotes the social and emotional capabilities of our students through the integrated teaching and reinforcement of the foundations for success at school. We strive to foster; `confidence¿ in oneself and with others (in an academic, social, and emotional capacity), `perseverance¿ (task orientation with a clear purpose), `accountability¿ (to oneself and others), `strong, high expectation relationships¿ (with peers, staff, family, and others), and resilience (to be able to move forward and bounce back as needed). These goals are supported by our additional work with the Berry Street Education Model, the DET Rights, Responsibilities and Respectful Relationships Model and The Resilience Project.
Students participate in a wide range of extracurricular activities and have a strong `Student Agency and Voice¿ in all that we SAY and DO. We also have an active Junior School Council (JSC). Our students participate in senior leadership groups that provide a range of community services to the school such as: Public Speaking, Library Activities, Art Activities, Canteen Operations, Gardening, Lunch Time Sports, and Breakfast Club.
We are proud of our school and the relationship it enjoys with its families and the wider community. Parents are involved in the school in many ways, including the School Council, support of learning within classrooms, supporting social activities, supporting excursions, and participating in Unit level and whole school celebrations or events such as Anzac Day, Naidoc Day, Book Week, Easter Parade, Athletics Day, Cross Country, Swimming Sports, and Christmas Concert.
Our school has20 equivalent full-time staff, comprised of a Principal and Assistant Principal, a Learning Specialist (curriculum and leadership), a Leading Teacher (curriculum and coaching), Teachers and 9.0 Education Support Staff (office and student support). We have an active school website, we put up regular Facebook updates every week, and we have a comprehensive Newsletter and Calendar emailed out via Compass and available in hard copy every fortnight.
We are a `culturally inclusive¿ school and value the contributions of all our students. We are a school that is committed to `excellence¿ and `high expectations for all¿.