Department of Education VIC – Traralgon VIC
1 day ago, from Department of Education & Training Victoria
Latrobe SDS is located in Traralgon. It is one of two special schools in the Latrobe Valley and is the only Special Developmental School in the Gippsland region. The school caters for students with moderate to severe disabilities. Students travel from all over the Latrobe Valley and surrounding outlying areas to attend.
In 2022 we moved to a new purpose-built school site. Our facilities include: classrooms with attached kitchenettes, quiet spaces and toilets;
art/homecrafts; STEM; tech/manufacturing; food technology; therapy spaces; multi-purpose hall; library; consulting rooms and staff work spaces. These are surrounded by stunning landscaping, bright and colourful playgrounds and open spaces including a basketball court, walking track and playing field.
Our dynamic team provides a stimulating educational program for students with significant intellectual and associated difficulties and disorders between ages of 4.8 to 18 years of age. Parents, staff and carers work collaboratively in planning educational and developmental programs for students. Student Support Groups are established for each student and emphasise the importance of a partnership between home and school in developing student goals. Our allied health team supports staff to develop programs which specifically target the learning goals of our students.
As a Positive Behaviour Support (PBS) and Lead Respectful Relationship school we focus on the wellbeing and engagement of our students. Explicit teaching of our school values and expected behaviours provides students with the skills to self-regulate and actively participate in their learning. When behaviours arise, our tier 1 and tier 2 PBS teams provide support to staff to understand why the behaviour is occurring and teach students strategies specific to the skills needed to shift their behaviour.
This is a fantastic opportunity to join our dynamic team as we begin our journey at our new school site.
Selection Criteria
SC1. Demonstrated capacity to undertake routine and teacher assistant support tasks across a range of work areas within a Special School environment.
SC2. Demonstrated capacity to work co-operatively and communicate effectively within a team environment with a wide range of individuals including students, teachers, other support staff, therapists, and parents.
SC3. Demonstrated ability to competently use technological devices/software to increase student outcomes.
SC4. Demonstrated understanding of School Wide Positive Behaviour Support and its application within a special school setting.
SC5. Demonstrated experience and/or willingness to give physical assistance with personal care/self-care responsibilities.
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.
Responsibilities
The responsibilities of this position will be:
· Undertakes routine tasks with clear priorities in line with the job description, well-established procedures, and under supervision, such as:
o Providing routine support for teachers
o Assisting with planning of student routines
· Duties mainly focused on routine tasks such as:
o Communicating with teachers about routine matters
o Assisting teachers with communication with parents about routine matters
o Providing basic physical care and wellbeing support for students such as toileting, meals, medication and lifting
o Communicating with student/s to support comprehension of basic tasks and information
o Addressing immediate behavioural presentations relating to specific students within a classroom setting aligned to school policy and procedure
· Provides basic support and supervision for individuals or small groups of up to 4 students within a classroom setting
· Supports teachers in the coordination of educational programs independently or under minimal supervision, such as:
o Rostering and organising the work of a team of aides
o Providing routine coordination, guidance, and support to other student support staff
o Liaising with external providers of support services about clearly defined support needs and resources
o Assisting teachers with the communication of student outcomes and educational programs.
Who May Apply
Individuals with the aptitude, experience and/or qualifications to fulfill the specific requirements of the position.
Conditions of Employment
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 and induction and support programs provided.
This is a fixed term educational support position at 0.43 time fraction. The hours of work are: Wednesday to Friday 8.45am - 2.45pm.
All applicants must ensure they address all the specific key criteria for the position. The name and contact details of three referees should be included with the application.
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