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: 1501583
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.
Monday to Friday 8.45am-3.45pm
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
Southern Cross Primary School is situated in the South Eastern Suburb of Endeavour Hills, 30 kms from Melbourne. With 210 students, our school has a full time staff of 40: 2 Principal Class, 1 Learning Specialist, 16 Teachers, and 21 Education Support Staff.
Southern Cross Primary School is a friendly, caring school community that aims to facilitate a high standard of academic learning, nurture individuality, challenge, and understand all of our students. We are a diverse community catering for approximately 25 nationalities. The school's learning community provides an inclusive and accepting environments for all students, staff and parents. Our SWPBS Program is embedded across the school and complements our high expectations of daily behaviour, focusing on interactions that show Respect, Responsibility and Resilience from all adults and children. This approach supports our expectation that our classrooms, playground and whole school environment are always welcoming and happy for all.
At Southern Cross Primary School, we continually strive for school improvement and improving student learning outcomes. Over the past three years, our school has undergone a remarkable transformation, guided by a commitment to evidence-based approaches in education. With a focus on literacy and mathematics, we have embraced scientifically-backed methodologies to enhance student learning and achievement. Through a rigorous focus on the science of reading and the implementation of the Concrete-Representational-Abstract model in mathematics instruction, we have cultivated an environment where every student has the opportunity to thrive academically and personally.
Although a smaller school in size, we are mighty in our commitment to student wellbeing. Led by our Assistant Principal, we have established a dedicated Wellbeing Team to provide comprehensive support and inclusive practices for all students. This team comprises a Learning Specialist, Mental Health Leader, Social Worker, and Speech Therapist, working collaboratively to address the diverse needs of our student body. Additionally, we foster strong partnerships with local allied health professionals, ensuring that we can effectively meet the individual needs of every student. We are a supportive and close community who work together to make a difference in the lives and overall outcomes of the students and families in our care.