SC1    Capacity to undertake routine support tasks across a range of functions in one or more work areas within a school environment.

SC2    Demonstrated capacity to communicate effectively with members of the school community including students and the capacity to provide support and/or attendant care to students where necessary.

SC3    Demonstrated proficiency in the use of office systems, software or technical equipment as relevant to the position.

SC4    Capacity to work cooperatively with a range of people including teachers, education support, students and parents.

SC5    A commitment to professional learning and growth.

Undertakes routine tasks that are usually 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.

Work has little scope for deviation. Problems can usually be solved by reference to well documented procedures and instructions and clearly established practices.  Deviation from established procedures will require reference to others for guidance and direction.  Assistance is readily available when problems arise.  An experienced employee at range 1 will exercise limited judgement within clearly defined guidelines and well established practices that relate specifically to the tasks performed.

Does not carry responsibility for the work of others.  More experienced employees will provide basic guidance and advice to others relating to tasks within the work area.

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.

Qualification requirements do not operate at range 1.  Certification requirements may be required to legally perform specific tasks - e.g. driver's licence, first aid, safe food handling.

Assist students on an individual or group basis in specific learning areas.
-    Assist with the communication between students and teachers, particularly the interpretation of instructions.
-    Provide basic physical and emotional care for students.
-    Participate in team meetings.
-    Assist with toileting, meals, lifting, and administration of medication to students requiring special care.
-    Assist with the supervision of pupils in playgrounds, at camps, on excursions, in sporting activities, therapy activities and life skills.
-    Assist in the preparation of student resources and equipment.
-    Prepare basic curriculum support resources.
-    Set up and put away equipment and materials in support of teaching programs.
-    Observe students and draw the attention of the teacher to them where necessary.
-    Participate in the monitoring and evaluation of programs and evaluation of individual student involvement and achievement.
-    Assist with communication between teachers and non-English speaking parents/students.
-    Assist in the translation of documents.
-    Assist students with the preparation and service of meals.
-    Ensure work areas and materials, equipment and appliances are maintained in a clean and ready to use condition.
-    Assist in the preparation of equipment and purchasing of materials and supplies as required

Assist with First Aid and Sick Bay when required.

Other duties as assigned by the Principal.

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

Include Staff ID, VIT / WWCC number with expiry date and Date of Birth on application.

A school tour for interested applicants is available by appointment by contacting the school on 8764 3950.

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.

A fabulous opportunity exists for an Education Support Officer to join our school team. The role includes the provision of Tier 2 and 3 supports for students with diverse needs in the primary school setting.

Nearnung Primary School opened for the first time in January 2023, and we encourage interested staff to come and join us, as we continue to establish our wonderful new school!

Our school is experiencing incredible success in relation to student learning and wellbeing, and we enjoy wonderfully positive community support. Our staff are thriving, knowing they are supported to teach, to lead and to achieve!

Our disability inclusion focus is well developed, and our students are thriving! Embracing the values of connection, inclusion, endeavour and care, our teaching and learning team deliver programs that cater for each student's unique needs, ensuring learning is personalised and encouraging student agency.

School Wide Positive Behaviour Support (SWPBS) features at our school, along with programs that support positive student wellbeing and our commitment to the delivery of high-quality curriculum. Our students demonstrate exemplary behaviour and consistently work to achieve their very best.

Our school facilities are incredible and include: an administration building with a beautiful library, staff offices and amenities; two learning neighbourhood buildings with general purpose classrooms, and flexible and collaborative teaching spaces; a specialist learning neighbourhood building for subjects such as food technology and science; a community hub with a competition-grade gymnasium, canteen, music and drama space; two outdoor hardcourts and a sports field. The school offers Outside School Hours Care for families of students who attend the school.

The role includes the provision of Tier 3 supports for students with diverse needs in the primary school setting. The successful applicant will be a teacher who values working and collaborating in teams, to deliver the very best programs for our students. All staff are supported by a robust professional learning program that meets both whole school and individual staff needs and interests.

OUR VISION is the provision of a vibrant, inclusive school with purposeful community partnerships, providing personalised and relevant opportunities for all students to reach their potential and have a voice and choice in their learning and pathway.

OUR MISSION is to actively engage with the school community and share responsibility for empowering one another in the delivery of deliberate practices that maximise student engagement, achievement and wellbeing. Information and communication technology is embedded within our program delivery, providing a voice, choice and/or solution to potential barriers faced by students.

We promote the principles of inclusive education and support personalised learning by embedding the Universal Design for Learning principles and practices in school curriculum planning. We ensure teaching is targeted, consistent and specific, delivered within a tiered response model. Our students are thriving!

WE VALUE connection, inclusion, endeavour and care. We make a deliberate choice to focus on positive learning and healthy relationships, respecting ourselves, our school and each other, and understand that our attitudes and actions have an impact on the people around us. We celebrate and champion everyone to be their whole and most authentic selves. We focus on our goals, give effort and celebrate success. We model and demonstrate kindness and take every opportunity to help others.

All members of the school community are encouraged to be actively involved in the learning partnership to enable children to reach their potential at school and our school teams will contribute significantly to the quality of learning and the smooth operation of the school.