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: 1546537
Located in Bayswater, in the foothills of the beautiful Dandenong Ranges in Melbourne's outer east, Bayswater South Bilingual Primary School (BSPS) is one of Victoria's few truly bilingual primary schools. For more than 40 years, we have proudly provided students with a rich and engaging education through both English and German.
Since 2017, we have delivered a 50:50 partial immersion model, providing authentic opportunities for students to learn and communicate in both languages. English, Physical Education and Integrated Studies are taught in English, while Mathematics, Science, Art and Music are taught in German. This unique approach develops language skills while broadening students cultural understanding, confidence and global perspective.
At BSPS, we are committed to providing a safe, respectful, inclusive and positive learning environment where every child is encouraged to thrive. Our comprehensive, conceptual and inquiry-based curriculum promotes curiosity, creativity, collaboration and active engagement. Through differentiated and personalised learning, we respond to each student's academic, social and emotional needs, while valuing student voice, leadership and agency.
Our school values of Respect, Honesty, Empathy and Teamwork underpin everything we do. We embrace diversity and strive to develop confident, compassionate and responsible global citizens. We also believe primary school should be filled with friendship, discovery, enjoyment and memorable experiences, creating a strong sense of belonging and a lifelong love of learning.
BSPS offers a range of flexible learning spaces and specialist facilities, including our Sebald Centre, classrooms, Art and Performing Arts spaces, Science lab, Library, D.K. Mullins Hall, kitchen/canteen and breakout areas.
Our spacious, terraced grounds provide excellent opportunities for learning, play and recreation, including a large, grassed playing field, soccer field, basketball courts, junior and senior playgrounds, amphitheatre, inclusive wooden playground and shaded passive recreation areas.
Our dedicated team includes two Principal Class personnel, 20 teachers and six education support staff, supported by a student counsellor, visiting professionals and Kids Hope mentors. We work collaboratively to ensure students feel known, valued, supported and challenged.
Community is at the heart of BSPS. We have an active and supportive parent community and longstanding connections with Deutsche Schule Melbourne, Tabulam and Templer Homes for the Aged, as well as other community organisations.
Our Student Representative Council provides students with an authentic voice, encouraging leadership, responsibility and active participation in our school community.
At BSPS, we are proud of our bilingual heritage and vibrant learning community and are committed to providing every child with a primary school experience that inspires curiosity, confidence, connection and a lifelong love of learning.
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