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ES1.3 Inclusion Support Coordinator

Job posted: 29/11/2024
Applications close: 12/12/2024 (Midnight)
5 days remaining

5 days remaining

Job Description

Location: Melbourne | Western Metropolitan

Job type: Full time / From 28/01/2025 - 19/12/2025

Organisation: Schools (Government)

Salary: Salary not specified

Occupation: Administration/Secretarial

Reference: 1455791

Reference: 1455791

Occupation: Administration/Secretarial

Salary Range: Salary not specified

Work location: Melbourne | Western Metropolitan

Location Profile

College Profile

St Albans Secondary College's vision, values and guiding principles combine to create a safe, supportive and structured environment where every student is supported and inspired to achieve to the best of their ability. Our College community values respect, integrity, leadership, and the pursuit of excellence.

We are proud of our school community's achievements: our results in almost all areas are significantly higher than the average for the State, and for similar schools. St Albans Secondary College has regularly been recognised as a high performing school. In studies undertaken by the Department of Education and the University of Melbourne we were well above state benchmarks in all measures. These outcomes, together with excellent attendance rates, continued growth in students' literacy and numeracy skills, and significant improvement in students' sense of connectedness and safety, are a testament to the combined efforts of staff, families and students.

Our commitment to foster the academic and personal development of each student, to provide a high-quality education, and to guarantee a broad range of programs to challenge and enrich all students, is a significant factor in these achievements. Our Attendance Policy of 90%, close monitoring of student absences, and effective communication with parents ensure that the importance of regular attendance for successful student learning is well embedded in the school culture.

The SEAL (Select Entry Accelerated Learning) program is offered to challenge and motivate gifted and talented students from Year 7 right through to Year 12. Additionally, enrichment electives are offered from Year 9, and VCE subjects are available to selected students from Year 10. Our top achievers are supported with scholarships, as well as university mentoring programs including the Kwong Lee Dow Scholars' program, and they consistently gain entry into top level tertiary courses.

A focus on positive, respectful relationships as an essential part of a safe, enjoyable learning environment is an essential aspect of the College's culture, as is our strategy of enhancing student voice and leadership across the school, and providing a rich extracurricular program. Activities include a comprehensive instrumental music program, drama and music production, public speaking and debating, writers' workshops, a camps program, sports teams and carnivals, a House system, and a range of student clubs.

Our vision for wellbeing is to support all members of our school community to develop a resilient mindset by striving to ensure that everyone feels Connected, Protected and Respected. The development of a comprehensive allied health team approach to student wellbeing, recent work on resilient mindsets, and further strengthening student wellbeing programs have been important in fostering engagement, positive behaviour, and respectful relationships.

Creating a strong community is an important part of the College's strength. We actively seek the contributions and participation of families, as well as business and university partners, and our vibrant and growing Alumni program to create the best possible surroundings for our students to learn and grow. Our students benefit from a range of high-quality opportunities to engage with business and community partners through mentoring and leadership programs, and the Alumni program. Our staff are deeply committed to fostering the learning and wellbeing of each student. Parent satisfaction with the school is well above the state average, and reflects the confidence parents and families have in the work we do together.

St Albans Secondary College is a community where staff and parents work together with, and for the benefit of, students. Staff are deeply committed to the academic progress, and personal development and wellbeing of each student.

Selection Criteria

SC1 Demonstrated capacity to perform duties consistent with established Disability Inclusion guidelines and frameworks, including coordinating and supporting others in the school with their relevant work functions.
SC2 Demonstrated capacity to work with others in a team environment.
SC3 Demonstrated high-level oral and written (including digital) communication skills.
SC4 Possess the technical knowledge and expertise relevant to the position.
SC5 Demonstrated capacity to provide advice and support to management and other school staff with respect to inclusive education.
SC6 Demonstrated capacity to provide high-level administrative support in the preparation for Disability Inclusion Profile Meetings and to liaise with a range of key stakeholders in the documentation of the Disability Inclusion Functional Needs Domains

Role

The Inclusion Support Coordinator is responsible for supporting the Inclusive Education Leader in the implementation and delivery of Disability Inclusion program

The Inclusion Support Coordinator, under the guidance the Inclusive Education Leader with external service providers, parents/guardians, and school-based staff to develop Individual Education Plans, implement adjustments, and conduct Student Support Group meetings. They will liaise and develop positive relationships with key stakeholders across the College to support Disability Inclusion.  
 

Responsibilities

1. Support the Inclusion Education Leader in the implementation of the Disability Inclusion program in accordance with DET requirements and the 3-tiered funding model. 
2. Liaise with key personnel, including teaching and education support staff, responsible for the delivery of educational adjustments and targeted support for Tiers 2 and 3 students.
3. Support Disability Inclusion Profile processes, including identification of eligible students and preparation of applications to secure optimal levels of funding and support.
4. Help manage the transition of current PSD funded students to a Disability Inclusion Profile.
5. Under the Guidance and Leadership of Leading Teacher ¿ Inclusion: 
a) Provide support and guidance in the development of individual education plans (IEPs) for students with functional needs.
b) In consultation with Sub School teams, develop appropriate plans and implement adjustments to support students with function needs (e.g student support plans, student support snapshots, behaviour management plans, student self-regulation plans)
c) Ensure students have voice and agency in the development of plans and the SSG process.
d) Attend SSGs for students 
e) Build staff capacity to understand, develop and implement adjustments to support students 
f) Support the Leading Teacher ¿ Inclusive Education and the Inclusion Team to prepare and gather supporting information for Disability Inclusion profile meetings.
6. Maintain a close working relationship with Sub School, Inclusion and Wellbeing Teams
7. Participate as a member of the Student Wellbeing Committee 
8. Undertake any other duties as directed by the Principal.
 

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

Other Information

Applications must include:

1.    A cover sheet providing contact information including email and phone number (address optional).

2.    A CV with a summary of experience and qualifications.

3.    Specific Key Selection Criteria response.

4.    The names, email addresses and contact details for three referees.

For ease of handling by the school, all documents (cover letter, CV and key selection criteria responses) can be saved as one pdf and uploaded to Recruitment Online.  Please also ensure that your name is included in the header of each document.

All applicants should ensure that their personal profile on Recruitment Online is up to date.

Applicants seeking further information about the College or this position, are encouraged to contact the General Office on 03 9366 2555, prior to the closing date of applications.

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
ES1.3 Inclusion Support Coordinator

Job type:

Full time / From 28/01/2025 - 19/12/2025

Job classification:

Ed Support Level 1-Range 3

Contact:

John Coulson | 039/366-2555

ES1.3 Inclusion Support Coordinator