Work Type: Ongoing - Part-time
Salary: Salary not specified
Grade: Education Support - Level 1, Range 2
Occupation: Education and training
Location: Gippsland - Baw Baw
Reference: 1515184
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 a range of people 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 A commitment to professional learning and growth.
Attendance for this position is Monday to Friday from 8.55am to 3.25pm. Attendance is not required over school holiday periods.
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
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.
Warragul Primary School is in the centre of the Warragul township located in West Gippsland. We value our rich history, educating thousands of students over approximately 145 years and have several historic buildings, a modern BER building with shared learning areas and extensive grounds. The Warragul Primary School Early Learning Centre is located onsite and provides families with access to 3-year-old and 4-year-old kinder programs. Warragul Primary School is a two-campus school with an enrolment of approximately 270 students. The junior campus comprises of the F-2-year levels and the senior campus comprises of the 3-6-year levels. The campuses are located across a roadway from each other and work together as a whole school with shared specialist facilities for Science, Art, AUSLAN, Library and Physical Education. The grounds feature large playing spaces, netball / basketball courts, playgrounds and attractive garden areas.
Learning and Wellbeing:
Warragul Primary School's teaching and learning is based on the Victorian Curriculum and reflects the values of our school community. We have a strong focus on providing a challenging and supportive learning environment through using assessment data and feedback to guide explicit teaching. All children are encouraged to achieve their best academically, socially/emotionally and to develop personal learning management skills. We encourage success and respect of the individual through our School Values: Be Safe, Be Fair, Think, Learn and Care. These values are used in conjunction with the Berry Street Education Model to underpin our approach to wellbeing and learning.
Staff Supports:
Teachers participate in Professional Learning Teams (Foundation, 1, 2, 3/4 and 5/6) to support their planning and development of best teaching practices. All teachers have access to coaching and mentoring for explicit teaching practice and student wellbeing. Support staff work in teams based on their area of work i.e. Administration or Integration. Teachers and Education Support staff also collaborate to implement and monitor the School Strategic Plan and key improvement strategies. The School Leadership team consists of the Principal, Assistant Principal, Learning Specialist (Teaching and Learning) and Leading Teacher (Wellbeing). The team focuses on Strategic Plan implementation, overall school direction and works closely with the School Council.
Additional programs:
Student Leadership Groups, Student Council, Whole School Swimming Program, Out of School Hours Care, and Sporting Schools Program.
If you have any questions or are interested in joining our team, please do not hesitate to contact the school.