Job Description
Location: Western Region | Melton
Job type: Part time / From 28/01/2025
Organisation: Schools (Government)
Salary: Salary not specified
Occupation: Education and Training
Reference: 1449754
Location Profile
Kurunjang Primary School is located in the north of Melton. The school has a current enrolment of 565 students. Our mission is to achieve high levels of learning for all students with a motto of 'Learning Together'. We are committed to being an inclusive, safe and positive community where students are empowered to achieve learning and life success.
We emphasise the values of Respect, Excellence, Responsibility, Effort, Resilience and Empathy and have personified each as superheroes in our School Wide Positive Behaviour Supports. The Berry St Education Model frames consistency within our instructional practice.
The essential learnings for our students have been documented from the Victorian Curriculum. Our Strategic Plan is aligned to FISO 2.0, specifically in the priorities of Learning and Wellbeing.
Our school is structured into Professional Learning Teams in Foundation, Year 1/2, 3/4, 5/6 and Specialists. Each PLT is headed by a team leader who leads curriculum planning and monitoring of student achievement and data. They are supported by Leading Teachers in Literacy, Numeracy, and Student Engagement and Inclusion.
Classroom programs are supported by specialist programs including Physical Education, Visual Arts, Performing Arts, LOTE Auslan, Science, Kitchen Garden, EMU (Extending Mathematical Understanding), EAL and LLI (Levelled Literacy Intervention).
Selection Criteria
* 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.
Role
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.
A role at this range may include:
* Specific support tasks to achieve outcomes, typically involving accountability for a single function, or the coordination of a work area under the direction of the principal or a manager.
* Assisting teachers, within an educational program, by undertaking specific support tasks or the coordination of the support function.
* Supervised health and wellbeing support tasks, medical intervention support tasks, or other specialised student/teacher support roles requiring specific qualifications and/or training.
* Technical tasks that require a sound knowledge of basic technical and/or scientific principles.
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.
Responsibilities
* Provides routine support for teachers including assisting with planning of student routines.
* Supports communication between teachers and parents.
* Communicates with teachers on routine matters related to students and/or other responsibilities.
* Provides basic physical care and wellbeing support for students.
* Communicating with student/s to support comprehension of basic tasks and information.
* Addresses immediate behavioural presentations relating to specific students within a classroom setting.
* Provides basic support and supervision for individuals or groups of up to 4 students within a classroom setting.
* Supports teachers in the coordination of educational programs independently or under minimal supervision.
* Provides medical intervention support to a student/s, under specific conditions, with appropriate training and guidance.
* Provides specialised communication support for students and teachers in areas such as AUSLAN and braille.
Who May Apply
Individuals with the aptitude, experience and/or qualifications to fulfill the specific requirements of the position.
EEO AND OHS Commitment
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.
The Department of Education is committed to the principles of equal opportunity, and diversity and inclusion for all.
Child Safe Standards
Victorian government schools are child safe environments. Our schools actively promote the safety and wellbeing of all students.
DE Values
The department's employees commit to upholding the department's Values: Responsiveness, Integrity, Impartiality, Accountability, Respect, Leadership and Human Rights.
Other Information
* All staff employed by the Department and schools have access to a broad range of employment conditions and working arrangements.
* Appointment of successful applicants will be made subject to a satisfactory pre-employment conditions check.
* A probationary period may apply during the first year of employment.
Conditions of Employment
This vacancy is specifically linked to Student Support Funding and is ongoing.
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