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Location: Melbourne | Western Metropolitan
Job type: Part time / From 29/01/2024
Organisation: Schools (Government)
Salary: Salary not specified
Occupation: Education and Training
Reference: 1367570
SC1 Demonstrated capacity to perform duties consistent with established guidelines and frameworks, including coordinating and supporting others in respect to specific work functions relevant to the role.
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.
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 in respect to the work area.
SC6 A commitment to professional learning and growth for both self and others.
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:
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.
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).
Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander applicants can contact Brett West, Yamatji man, in the Koorie Outcomes Division to talk about the recruitment process, the Department and supports for Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander people in the Department. Mobile: 0477 726 801 or email on: brett.west@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:
The Department’s employees commit to upholding DE’s Values: Responsiveness, Integrity, Impartiality, Accountability, Respect, Leadership and Human Rights. DE’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 DE values is available at:
http://www.education.vic.gov.au/hrweb/workm/Pages/Public-Sector-Values.aspx
Our school
The Victorian Government committed to delivering 100 new schools between 2019 and 2026. This commitment includes the new Wimba Primary School opening in 2024.
Wimba Primary School will open on day one of Term 1 in 2024. The school will have a built capacity of 525 students when complete.
Located between Tarneit and Mount Cottrell and positioned within the Wyndham City growth corridor, Wimba Primary School learning spaces offer state of the art, science and technology facilities, equipped to meet the learning needs of 21st century teachers and students. The school boasts exemplary indoor learning spaces that flow seamlessly out to vibrant outdoor learning environments. Equipped with two full sized outdoor basketball courts, a soccer field, a multipurpose gymnasium and multiple outdoor play spaces, Wimba Primary School leads in innovation and design.
Vision
Wimba Primary Schools vision is to develop a connected, inspirational, and supported learning community in a dynamic and stimulating environment where children achieve their potential and become confident and contributing citizens.
Mission
Wimba Primary Schools mission is to cultivate excellence in every student through high quality, research informed teaching and learning.
We aim to:
Values
Wimba Primary Schools values are excellence, community, happiness, and integrity.
Excellence - We strive to do our best and to continually improve in our learning and our work.
Community - We respect the rights of others, celebrate our diversity, and contribute to building an inclusive and thriving school and community.
Happiness - We value the happiness or all those that play a part of our school community.
Integrity - We are honest, open, trustworthy, and ethical.
Our approach to instruction
Teachers at Wimba Primary School are committed to explicit and responsive instruction. Our approach to instruction across the school is flexible but is underpinned by these guiding principles:
This position starts at the beginning of 2024 and is ongoing. If you require further information about the role, please contact Paul Schwartz on 0459 882 296. or paul.schwartz@education.vic.gov.au
Important information to all applicants:
Applications should be submitted as PDF with your cover letter / CV and KSC responses contained in the one document.
Please ensure you include the details of 3 referees within your application.
Part time / From 29/01/2024
Ed Support Level 1-Range 2
Paul Schwartz | 0459 882 296