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Ed Support Level 1-Range 2

Job posted: 27/11/2024
Applications close: 10/12/2024 (Midnight)
2 days remaining

2 days remaining

Job Description

Location: Geelong

Job type: Part time / From 28/01/2025 - 27/01/2026

Organisation: Schools (Government)

Salary: Salary not specified

Occupation: Teacher

Reference: 1455186

Reference: 1455186

Occupation: Teacher

Salary Range: Salary not specified

Work location: Geelong

Selection Criteria

SC1  Demonstrated capacity to perform duties to support the individual learning needs of students with additional needs.

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.

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 (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:

  • Specific support tasks to achieve outcomes. Typically, this will involve accountability for a single function, (e.g. ensuring data is properly maintained) or the co-ordination 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 (e.g. enrolled nurses performing the role as described in schedule 3). These roles require specific qualifications and/or training, including roles where further training must be undertaken 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.
  • 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 would be typical examples.

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

  • 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 such as toileting, meals, and lifting
  • Communicating with student/s to support comprehension of basic tasks and information
  • Addresses 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 groups of up to 4 students within a classroom setting
  • Supports teachers in the coordination of educational programs independently or under minimal supervision, including rostering and organising the work of a team of aides, providing routine co-ordination, guidance, and support to other student support staff, liaising with external providers of support services about clearly defined support needs and resources, assisting teachers with the communication of student outcomes and educational programs
  • 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. Such requests will be negotiated on a case-by-case basis and will be subject to the operational requirements of the school.

The Department of Education 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. It is our policy to provide reasonable adjustments for persons with a disability (see Workplace adjustment guidelines).

Additional support and advice on the recruitment process is available to Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islanders from the Koorie Outcomes Division (KOD) via marrung@education.vic.gov.au

Child Safe Standards

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

DE Values

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

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.
  • Detailed information on all terms and conditions of employment is available on the Department's Human Resources website at http://www.education.vic.gov.au/hrweb/Pages/default.aspx

Location Profile

Belmont Primary School exists for its children.

Belmont Primary School was established in 1856, being one of the earliest schools provided in the Geelong area. The school is situated close to the Belmont shopping and business centre and in the centre of the original Belmont suburb.  Strong links with many families whose members attended the school in the past have been maintained. A significant sense of history exists within the school and its community.

Our school has outstanding and modern facilities having benefited enormously in recent years from significant State and Federal grants. Our learning spaces now reflect and allow for great scope in providing a range of individual, collaborative and interactive spaces for student learning.

The school operates a 1:1 BYOD device program for students in Years 3-6 and continues to invest in technology to provide banks of iPads and Notebook computers for student use.

Within a safe and nurturing learning environment we promote:

  • A love of learning and a thirst for knowledge.
  • All children achieving to their full potential; academically, socially, emotionally, physically and artistically.
  • A highly developed sense of belonging to both school and the community.
  • Confidence, compassion and the ability to get along with and accept others.
  • An ability to successfully function in an ever-changing world.

The following values form the basis for all that we do as a school:

·         Respect - Showing care and consideration for ourselves, others and property.

·         Honesty - Being truthful and trustworthy in all we do.

·         Responsibility- Being accountable for our actions and behaviours.

·         Courage- Doing things that need to be done, even when they are difficult.

·         Learning- Enjoying our learning and doing our best.

·         Community- Doing our part to make our school the best it can be.

Social: community and demographics

The school enrolment is currently 290 students, with twelve grades. The school enrolment increased substantially in the last ten years with increases at all year levels and now is near capacity.

The partnership between home and school is very positive with families placing a strong emphasis on education and providing valuable support for the school through School Council, Parents¿ Club and as classroom and special activities helpers. The school also supports families through the provision of a well-managed and highly regarded Before and After School Care Program.

The school runs a multitude of programs and activities beyond that expected in schools which contributes to the rich and dynamic program offered to our students. These include our core specialist programs of PE, The Arts, LOTE (Italian), STEM. In 2023 we also offer Library and many additional programs such as Debating, Swimming, Choir, Junior School Council, Bike Education, Puberty, Gardening Club, ukulele and guitar lessons.

We have a vibrant and dedicated staff that demonstrate their commitment to the children on a daily basis.

Features of their teaching include:

·         A genuine love of children.

·         A commitment to excellence in education and the needs of the individual.

·         A commitment to ongoing professional development.

·         An obvious enthusiasm for their role.

·         A commitment to student welfare.

·         A commitment to team work.

Currently the school provides a comprehensive education that reflects the Victorian Curriculum. We take great pride in our work and are committed to seeing our children achieve to a high level in all academic areas. Considerable work in recent years has seen the development of a school wide practices in literacy and numeracy, expanding our understanding of student voice and agency and embedding the collaborative practices of Professional Learning Communities to ensure our practices are research based and evidence informed.

The school has a positive culture that reflects our school values and recognising two key rights: `The right to learn¿ and `The right to feel safe¿ and two key responsibilities: `Personal and Communal¿. A school wide wellbeing curriculum develops students social and emotional skills, personal and interpersonal capabilities and support the development of respectful and resilience young people.

Belmont PS is a great place to learn and teach!

Further information on our school can be accessed at our website: www.belmontps.vic.edu.au

We welcome your interest in our school.

Ed Support Level 1-Range 2

Job type:

Part time / From 28/01/2025 - 27/01/2026

Job classification:

Ed Support Level 1-Range 2

Contact:

Craig Smith | 03 52432972

Ed Support Level 1-Range 2