East Bentleigh Primary School is in the Southeastern Victoria Region.The school's staffing profile consists of 25.4 Equivalent Full Time (EFT) staff, two Principal Class, 23.4 teachers and 14.4 Education Support (ES) staff.The school enrolment was 333 students at census day in February 2024.This included 20 students receiving support from the Program for Students with Disabilities and 11 students receiving funding through the Disability and Inclusion Program.The school has a relatively high proportion of students identified through the NCCD.The 2024 Student Family Occupation Education (SFOE) index was 0.24.The school's curriculum covers the eight learning areas and capabilities as required in the Victorian Curriculum framework.Curriculum provision is based on a dual stream organisational arrangement:a mainstream curriculum stream which is based on multi-age education philosophiesa curriculum stream aligned with an Australian Curriculum, Assessment and Reporting Authority (ACARA) recognised alternative Curriculum Framework, based on the educational philosophies of Rudolf SteinerBoth streams use the Victorian Curriculum content descriptions as a reference point, and are underpinned by the Victorian Curriculum.Different learning styles are catered for at the school and to meet the individual needs of all students, two different methods of curriculum delivery are offered.The two curriculum streams operate in parallel within the school.Parents can place their child in whichever stream is more appropriate for the individual child.In keeping with the school motto "Growing Together", all members of the community, children, staff, or parents are supported to feel that they belong.Staff ensure equal educational opportunities for all students in the classroom and during outdoor activities.We cater for a diversity of socio-economic and cultural backgrounds.The dedication and loyalty of both staff and parents are the school's most important asset.The staff includes teachers, and specialists in art/craft, physical education, library, dance, LOTE (French) and music.East Bentleigh is well known for the outstanding quality of its arts and environmental programs.A particular delight to children and parents alike are the many musical and dramatic performances held throughout the year.East Bentleigh Primary School is a Stephanie Alexander Kitchen Garden Foundation School.This has seen the implementation of a Kitchen Garden Program for children in Years 3 - 6, a wonderfully enriching program which embeds the concept of real-life learning.Due to the hard work of the Garden and Environmental teams, the school has won various awards.The school is proud of its achievements and the strong sense of community it embodies.The highly motivated, professional, and caring staff at our school put the needs of our children first, planning and implementing teaching and learning programs which develop inquiry, initiative, co-operation and independence.Restorative Justice and Positive Education Principles underpin all we do at our inclusive and respectful school.The Respectful Relationships initiative is embedded across the school to promote and model respect and equality to support children in building healthy relationships, resilience, and confidence.Additionally, staff have been trained in the implementation of the Berry Street Education Model, and its principles are applied across the school.Our school prides itself on catering for students with diverse learning needs with targeted programs developed to support students with identified needs.Our students are served well by a large team of ES staff, with Diversity and Inclusion Leadership.We promote Aboriginal culture and points of view making our school a culturally safe environment.Our school has a strong commitment to Child Safe practices and policies.East Bentleigh Primary School is on a path of improvement, to ensure that every educational opportunity is offered to individually support each unique student and family to progress and achieve to their very best.Please see the school website www.eastbentleighps.vic.edu.au for information about the school, which includes strategic documents.For applicants: Please ensure you address the key selection criteria.Also attach a cover letter and your CV.Include your mobile contact number and email.Please list up to three referees (name, position and contact number).For file attachments, ensure your full name is in the file name.The position tenure is 5 years.For more information on this position or for a school tour, please contact Sarah Spence, principal, on (03) 9570 3***, or by email ******.Sarah will be able to discuss the position and the likely responsibilities of the successful applicant.Please ensure that your application includes:A resume including relevant experience as well as personal details (name, address and contact numbers, business and home)A section addressing the selection criteria and the requirements for application under the Who May Apply sectionNames and contact numbers (telephone and email if possible) of three referees who are able to attest to the claims made in your application.Please note that the selection panel may seek additional referees beyond those you name.Consistent with policy, we shall advise you if we will take this action. #J-18808-Ljbffr