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: 1501940
Glen Waverley Primary School is seeking a dynamic, enthusiastic and passionate Teacher's Aid to join our highly proactive Education Support Staff team. The job description predominately involves assisting various students either on the Program for Students with Disabilities (PSD) and those who are not funded however require additional support with their learning. The role is 5 days per week from 9:00am to 3:30pm.
Our School:
Glen Waverley Primary School is a very proud Internationally Accredited Member of the Council of International Schools (CIS). We are committed to continuous improvement, global education, and excellence in all aspects of teaching and learning and school leadership. We have a reputation for high academic achievement, and we are proud of the achievements of our industrious, respectful students, which are enhanced by our families who highly value education. Our school enjoys a prime location on High Street Road in Glen Waverley, just a short distance from the bustling intersection with Springvale Road. Situated opposite The Glen Shopping Centre and moments away from the vibrant dining scene at Kingsway, our location offers the perfect blend of accessibility and lifestyle amenities. We're also just 20 km east of the Melbourne CBD, making us easily accessible from all directions.
Our work is driven by our School Philosophy:
1. The students are at the centre of everything we do
2. Building staff capacity is paramount and
3. Everything we do is based on research and a whole school approach.
And is underpinned by our School Values and Guiding Statements which can be found on our school website.
Staff Wellbeing
At Glen Waverley Primary School, we are dedicated to the wellbeing of our staff and creating a supportive workplace that encourages both personal and professional growth. As part of our commitment to fostering a positive and connected school community, we offer a weekly staff morning tea, where we celebrate staff achievements, mark special occasions, and recognise the contributions of our team members. Additionally, our wellbeing initiatives include regular wellness activities, access to the Department's Employee Wellbeing & Support counselling services, and professional development workshops aimed at enhancing both personal and career progression.
Child Safety Commitment
Glen Waverley Primary School is a Child Safe employer with zero tolerance for child abuse. Ensuring the safety and wellbeing of our students is paramount. Successful applicants must hold a current Victorian Institute of Teaching (VIT) registration or a valid Working with Children Check.
Other Information
If you are enthusiastic about making a positive impact in students' lives and thrive in a collaborative and supportive environment, we would love to hear from you.
If you have any queries, please do not hesitate to contact me on 9802 9938 or via email:
I wish all applicants well with the recruitment process.
Frank Catalano
Principal
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.
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