Work Type: Fixed-term - Part-time
Salary: Salary not specified
Grade: Education Support - Level 1, Range 2
Occupation: Education and training
Location: Melbourne - Eastern suburbs
Reference: 1543985
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
ABOUT OUR SCHOOL
Dorset Primary School is located in Croydon in Melbourne¿s eastern suburbs. In 2025 our workforce consists of 25 equivalent full time teaching staff, a Principal, 1 Assistant Principal, 1 Leading Teacher and 2 Learning Specialists. There are 25 classroom teachers and 12 Educational Support Staff.
Specialist staff consist of a music teacher, physical education teacher, art teacher, LOTE teacher (Italian) and a fully trained chef to staff our kitchen as part of the Stephanie Alexander Kitchen Garden Program. This program is complimented by themed gardens, such as vegetable garden, sensory garden, peace garden, bush tucker garden, fruit trees and associated classroom gardens.
Our school community has worked extremely hard to provide a wonderful learning environment for our students. Our school consists of three main wings, incorporating 23 classrooms, administration centre, kitchen, library, STEAM room and indoor gym. A free-standing canteen and garage complete the facilities. The playground features include five separate adventure playgrounds, a basketball court, a synthetic grass football/soccer field, rounders/netball court and sanctuary playground.
The student population is drawn from the local area. The population of the school has been steadily increasing over recent years. At Census Day in 2025, there were 519 students. As a result of a very proactive transition program.
The vision for Dorset Primary School is that of a dynamic and supportive learning environment, which fosters each child¿s learning potential, whilst building their resilience and social competencies.
We build on the strengths of each of our students by celebrating their efforts and achievements.
The Dorset Primary School Community values:
Respect: Treating others the way you expect to be treated.
Integrity: Doing the right thing, even when nobody is watching.
Gratitude: Appreciating and valuing the positives around you.
Resilience: Bouncing back and moving on from challenges.
The student voice was promoted through the Junior School Council and leadership opportunities in school programs such as sustainability and sporting activities.
A variety of support programs and extra ¿ curricula opportunities were available in 2025 to cater for the needs of our students and also build on their strengths.
Support Programs
Whole School Transition Program, Foundation Transition Program, Foundation and Year 5 Buddies Program, Reading Support Program, Social Worker, Speech Pathologist, Psychologist, Out of School Hours Care Program, Whole School Leadership Program, Junior School Council, Intensive Swimming Program and Camping Program.