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: 1548929
Join an Exceptional Team at Keysborough Gardens Primary School
Classroom-Based Education Support Role
We are seeking passionate and dedicated Education Support (ES) staff to join our amazing team of committed teachers and ES professionals at Keysborough Gardens Primary School.
About the Role
This is a classroom-based Education Support role, working directly with students across a range of abilities, including those with disabilities and learning difficulties. The successful applicant will:
The role offers a fixed term contract with a start date commencing Wednesday 27th January, 2027 for the remainder of the year.
Please note we currently have a number of part time positions and a full time ES position.
We are looking for someone who:
If you are interested in making a difference in the lives of students and being part of a vibrant and supportive school community, we would love to hear from you.
About Keysborough Gardens Primary School
Officially opened: 28 January 2020
Keysborough Gardens Primary School is a growing school located in the heart of the diverse and vibrant Keysborough South community.
We are preparing for approximately 520 students in 2027, with 3-4 classes at each year level with class sizes of approximately 18¿23 students.
Our purpose-built school provides a dynamic, welcoming and contemporary environment where both students and staff can thrive.
KGPS is an accredited International Baccalaureate (IB) World School, delivering the Primary Years Programme (PYP) alongside a strong focus on explicit instruction, particularly in English and Mathematics.
Our approach combines high-quality Tier 1 classroom instruction with evidence-informed Tier 2 and Tier 3 interventions, ensuring we respond effectively to the diverse learning and wellbeing needs of every student.
Our Vision and Values
At Keysborough Gardens Primary School, our vision, mission and values guide every interaction, decision and action.
Our Vision
To inspire and empower every child to become a confident, caring global citizen who strives for excellence in learning and life.
Our Mission
To provide an exceptional education in a safe, inclusive and stimulating environment. We nurture each student academically, socially and emotionally, supporting them to take risks in learning, grow in confidence and develop the skills they need to reach their full potential.
Our Values
Kindness ¿ We support and care for others.
Empathy ¿ We strive to understand others' perspectives.
Gratitude ¿ We appreciate opportunities and acknowledge others.
Respect ¿ We value ourselves, our environment and our community.
Excellence ¿ We always aim for our personal and collective best.
Come and Be Part of Our Journey
If you are looking to make a genuine impact, grow professionally, work within a highly collaborative team and contribute to a school that is making a difference, we would love to hear from you.
At KGPS, we believe that great schools are built by great people working together with a shared commitment to children.
We look forward to reading your application and learning more about what you can bring to our team.
Applications should also include a Curriculum Vitae which outlines - personal details; a summary of all relevant experience, background/interests, and qualifications; the names and contact details (including after hours or mobile) of three referees who can supply information regarding the applicant's ability to meet the key selection criteria.
IN ADDITION to the standard and required process of lodging an application via the Department of Education & Training (DET) Recruitment-On-Line, APPLICANTS ARE REQUESTED TO EMAIL A COPY DIRECTLY TO: [email protected]AS SOON AS IT'S COMPLETED, or by the closing date.
Warm regards,
We look forward to receiving your application and welcoming a new member to our KGPS family.
Warm regards,
Tracy Lucas-Lely
Chairperson
Keysborough Gardens Primary School
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.
[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.
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