Work Type: Fixed-term - Part-time
Salary: Salary not specified
Grade: Education Support - Level 1, Range 2
Occupation: Education and training
Location: Melbourne - Southern suburbs
Reference: 1484351
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.
SC7 Demonstrated commitment to providing quality learning experiences, within a culturally diverse community.
[Attendance requirement for this position]
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
Wooranna Park Primary School is located within Dandenong North, situated in the south-east corridor of Melbourne approximately, 34 kilometres from the Melbourne Central Business District and close to a Monash Freeway exit.
We are proud of our school community, catering for a wide range of social, economic and cultural backgrounds. The current school population is 266 students with a SFO of 0.5731, serving a large proportion of students with language background other than English. The school currently comprises of 12 composite classes. Specialist curriculum subjects include Physical Education (PE), Japanese, STEM, and Performing Arts, with Visual Arts being added in 2024.
The school features two main school buildings, accommodating several learning spaces with a Building the Education Revolution (BER) gymnasium. The hidden grounds feature landscaped gardens and a running track around the perimeter of a sports field. The school is currently home to several chickens and an extensive vegetable garden with a strong focus on the environment and sustainability.
In 2024 the Annual Implementation Plan has focused on students¿ learning and wellbeing. The Professional Learning Community process has provided us with a collective focus on continuous improvement across the whole school, helping to strengthen the importance of research-based frameworks and a documented curriculum that is cohesive and sequenced.
Resources have also been mobilised to support students¿ wellbeing and mental health. The School Wide Positive Behaviour support (SWPBS) framework has helped to bring the school community together to promote a positive, safe, respectful, and responsible learning culture. We have been excited to implement a whole learning community approach to students¿ mental health and wellbeing, guided by the Be You framework and in 2024 the URStrong friendship program.
Currently 18 students receive funding through the Program for Students with a Disability (PSD) program with several other children having high inclusion needs. All our students are supported through our tiered model of intervention, and our team of Education Support staff are second to none!
The teaching staff comprises a range of levels of experience from recently graduated teachers through to highly experienced teaching practitioners who are ready to engage in school improvement. The school¿s middle leaders are developing the capacity to lead the school forward to ensure we are providing students with the best possible learning outcomes for every student.
There are plenty of opportunities for us to grow and develop this school together, creating a bright future for the children of the Dandenong North community. Please read about the aspirations we have for our community on our website: https://www.woorannaparkps.vic.edu.au/page/15/A-Message-from-the-Principal
We would love to have you play a significant part on our team, helping to embed a whole-school approach to mental health and wellbeing for students, staff and families.