This role is 3 days per week for 6 hours per day (8.45am to 3.15pm).  The days will be confirmed by the school before 28/1/2025.

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.

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

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

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

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

Other Information:

First Aid Certificate required.

Important information for Applicants

• Applications MUST address the specified selection criteria. A limit of one page of standard 12 point text is suggested for each selection criterion.
• Personal and other information should not exceed 2-3 pages.
• Applicants must make every attempt to lodge applications through Recruitment Online. In the rare case that applicants are unable to access Recruitment Online, e-mail applications received prior to the closing date will be accepted. Please email to: lalor.east.ps@education.vic.gov.au 
• Hard copy applications are not required or encouraged.

• The applicant¿s name, contact details and the position number for which they are applying should be clearly displayed on the front page of any attachment.
• Application attachments are preferred in PDF format.
• Microsoft Word (.doc or .docx) format is also acceptable.
• Compressed files such as .zip files are not compatible with the Recruitment Online system.
• Graphics and artwork are not encouraged and should be kept to a minimum.
• Multiple attachments should not be used. Cover letters, references and other items, if included, should be incorporated into the one application attachment.

The names and contact details of up to three referees must be provided with the application.

• 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

Lalor East Primary School opened in 1972 in an established residential area of Thomastown (Approx 30 km north from Melbourne CBD) and serves a multicultural community. The current enrolment is 216 students.

By the end of their primary school education, our aim is for every child to be Literate, Numerate, Happy and Healthy and to reflect our values through their individual actions and active participation in our local and global community. We believe that every child can learn and we are committed to ensuring that students develop to their full capacity. Our school values are Respect, Honesty, Cooperation, Caring and Personal Best. These values underpin our decision making and interactions with each other and our broader school community. 

Our Annual Implementation Plan focuses on improving student outcomes in Literacy and Numeracy. Key actions that will contribute to this improvement are the introduction of a school wide instructional model and the use of peer observation and feedback. A consistent writing model is used across the school and has contributed to improvement in student outcomes in this area. Teaching teams meet weekly in PLTs to plan lessons and to assess, monitor and review student progress. Programs operate across the school to extend students and to identify and address any learning concerns. 

Specialist programs include Physical Education, Visual Arts and Music. Spanish is taught during Music lessons through a Content Language Integrated Learning approach. We also operate a play based Oral Language Program for students in Prep to Year 2. Classroom teachers deliver lessons in Digital Technologies and Library. 

Student voice and agency is valued at our school through our Junior School Council and Cyber Action Team. Students sit as representatives on various sub committees and frequently work together with staff on school improvement initiatives.

Our school is currently implementing the School Wide Positive Behaviours Program and is a lead school for the Respectful Relationships program

Our school has worked hard to build strong connections with families and community organisations as we believe these relationships and opportunities help to improve educational expectations and support student engagement and achievement.  Our strong partnerships with The Smith Family, Berry Street, Eat Up and Semper Dental are integral to our work. Playgroups operate at our school on Monday morning (Berry Street). We operate a daily breakfast club. TheirCare operate Before And After School Care.

In 2019, the Victorian Government allocated $8.9 million through the state budget to Lalor East Primary School as part of the Permanent Modular School Buildings Program. This project was completed at the beginning of 2021 and saw the modernisation of the teaching and administration wings at the school. Teachers utilise a co-teaching model that sees two or more teachers work together to plan, teach, assess and monitor student wellbeing needs. Breakout rooms provide space for intervention, extension and small group work. Dedicated spaces are also available to support STEAM.

The school has a strong commitment to the innovative use of Digital Technologies. A range of mobile devices are used to support teaching and learning programs. The Multipurpose Centre provides excellent additional, flexible learning spaces for Physical Education, Music and class/whole school activities.