SC1    Demonstrated experience and skills in coordinating a specific education support function.

SC2    Demonstrated capacity to supervise the work of other support staff and to develop procedures and guidelines relating to the work area.

SC3    Demonstrated 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 in respect to the work area.

SC6    Demonstrated commitment to professional learning and growth for both self and others.

[Attendance requirement for this position]

Performs and/or supervises tasks that are carried out in accordance with guidelines, accepted practice and school policy.  This may include the supervision and coordination of other education support class staff within the work area or educational program.  Supervision and coordination would be limited to ensuring routine tasks are performed to required standards.  Input into identifying training needs and development of education support class staff within the work area or educational program becomes an important feature at range 2.

Specialised support to achieve specific outcomes is a feature of range 2.  Typically this will involve accountability for a single function, (e.g. ensuring data is properly maintained) or the operation of a work area (e.g. managing the day to day operation of a school office) under the direction of the principal or another senior manager.

Provides support to teachers and students that is beyond the routine support provided at education support class Level 1, range 1.  Within an educational program assists teachers with the coordination of the support function, such as directing/organising the work of other support staff or providing a specialist support role. 

Undertakes medical intervention support tasks or other specialised student/teacher support roles that require specific training that must be updated from time to time.  The role is for a specific purpose for which there will be direct accountability as opposed to support roles that are carried out by a range of staff performing routine tasks under direction.

Performs technical tasks that require a sound knowledge of basic technical and/or scientific principles that are used to develop and adapt work methods and make judgements where there are clear guidelines and limited options.  Routine technical support in libraries, science and information technology laboratories would be typical examples.

An education support class position supports the educational services being provided to students, but must not include duties of teaching as defined in clause 2.6.1 of the Education and Training Reform Act 2006 (Vic) or its successor.  Supervision of students cannot be required except where it is an integral part of the employee's position or involves supervision of students individually or in small groups, in controlled circumstances, where the responsibility for students remains clearly with a teacher.

• Provides coordination support to teachers through rostering and the organisation of the work of a team of aides, including supervision and guidance.
• Conducts routine presentations to parents to assist teachers in communicating objectives and outcomes relating to educational programs and/or students.
• Liaise with external providers of support services.
• Provide medical intervention support that involves a specific medical condition approved by the Department, requires specialised training/instruction that requires regular updating and has clearly defined responsibility for the administration of such support.

Individuals with the aptitude, experience and/or qualifications to fulfill the specific requirements of the position.

The Department of Education and Training is committed to the principles of equal opportunity, and diversity and inclusion for all. We value diversity and inclusion in all forms – gender, religion, ethnicity, LGBTIQ+, 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 family friendly, supportive, safe and harassment free workplaces is essential to high performance and promotes flexible work, diversity and safety across all schools and Department workplaces.

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 http://www.education.vic.gov.au/about/programs/health/protect/Pages/childsafestandards.aspx

The Department’s employees commit to upholding DET’s Values: Responsiveness, Integrity, Impartiality, Accountability, Respect, Leadership and Human Rights. DET’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 DET values is available at http://www.education.vic.gov.au/hrweb/workm/Pages/Public-Sector-Values.aspx

This vacancy is specifically linked to Student Support Funding and is ongoing. If the funding reduces or ceases during the first seven years of employment, employment may cease subject to the provision of at least 12 weeks’ notice.

For positions in special settings, a person is not eligible for employment unless they meet the vaccination requirements on commencement in the position.

Karoo Primary School, established in 1992, is located in Rowville. Our current enrolment is 498, we have 21 classrooms and specialist learning spaces.  Our staffing structure includes full-time and part -time teaching staff, ES support and administration staff. Our students are supported by professional and dedicated staff.  Our staff consists of one Principal and one Assistant Principal. We have two Learning Specialists; the focus of their work is Literacy and Numeracy.  Classroom programs are designed to support individual needs and are enriched by our Specialist programs which include Physical Education, Visual Arts and Performing Arts, LOTE (Mandarin) and Science. A wellbeing program and literacy intervention (LEAP –Literacy Enrichment Assistance Program) is also implemented at the school. Identified students participate in the High Ability Program, supported by a designated leader.

Karoo’s philosophy is based on quality and consistent teaching, enhanced by collaborative planning to ensure all students achieve their potential, to be the best they can be.

We collectively work together to improve teaching and learning by:

1. Striving to adopt consistent teaching protocols to enhance positive student behaviour, engagement and learning.
2. Ensuring all learning tasks are purposeful, clearly defined, differentiated and challenging.
3. Supporting staff to participate in professional learning and development, to reflect on their professional practice, to encourage and enhance collegiate support.
4. Using assessment tools and data to monitor student achievement, to plan future learning and to inform teaching.
5. Student voice empowers our students and provides them with the opportunity to give feedback to each other and their teachers. Student agency is focused on giving students responsibility and ownership of their learning.

Karoo staff implement an Instructional Model in their teaching practices. A key focus of our teaching and learning is the effective use of Learning Walks and Talks across all year levels and specialist programs. Ongoing whole school Professional Learning has supported staff to make effective use of the High Impact Teaching Strategies. We are currently undertaking Professional Learning to improve our teaching instruction for Writing, we are using the 6+1 Writing Model.

Our current Professional Learning teams are Literacy, Numeracy, Wellbeing and Student Voice and Agency. This year we commenced our participation in the Respectful Relationships Program, this supports our whole school Wellbeing Program (Resilience Rights and Respectful Relationships).

High quality specialist programs enhance and support students to explore their interests and talents. Our students participate in weekly Physical Education, Performing and Visual Arts lessons. Our year 3-6 students participate in Science lessons with a designated teacher. Students in years Foundation to Year 2 participate in Chinese (Mandarin) and this program will be extended to all year levels next year.

Karoo fosters both sporting and arts programs by offering opportunities for students to represent the school in district and regional sports competitions. Student participation in the school choir, instrumental music lessons and ‘State Schools Spectacular’ are well supported and enjoyed by our students.

Our outdoor education program is available for students in Years 3 to Year 6.  Adventure camps are the focus for students in Years 3, 4 and 6.  Our Year 5 students participate in an urban camp in the City of Melbourne. Our staff compliment learning programs by organising a range of incursions and excursions, these provide insightful experiences for the students.

We have a supportive School Council who actively participate in a range of sub committees.  School Council is responsible for the effective organisation and daily running of our Outside School Hours Care Program.  Currently we have places for 90 students. School Council, Karoo Parents Association and Karoo Class Reps Programs positively contribute to the establishment of developing a positive partnership between home and school. There is a very strong sense of community at Karoo clearly evident in whole school events and fundraising activities. We value the home/school relationship and use a range of communication tools to keep parents informed. Compass is used as a communication platform to connect with our school community.