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Teacher Aide

Job posted: 16/03/2023
Applications close: 29/03/2023 (Midnight)
1 day remaining

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Job Description

Location: Melbourne | Eastern Metropolitan

Job type: Part time / From 26/04/2023 - 10/01/2024

Organisation: Education

Salary: Salary not specified

Occupation: Teacher

Reference: 1336928

Reference: 1336928

Occupation: Teacher

Salary Range: Salary not specified

Work location: Melbourne | Eastern Metropolitan

Selection Criteria

SC1    Demonstrated experience and skills in coordinating a specific education support function.

SC2    Demonstrated capacity to supervise the work of other support staff and to develop procedures and guidelines relating to the work area.

SC3    Demonstrated 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 in respect to the work area.

SC6    Demonstrated commitment to professional learning and growth for both self and others.

Role

Performs and/or supervises tasks that are carried out in accordance with guidelines, accepted practice and school policy.  This may include the supervision and coordination of other education support class staff within the work area or educational program.  Supervision and coordination would be limited to ensuring routine tasks are performed to required standards.  Input into identifying training needs and development of education support class staff within the work area or educational program becomes an important feature at range 2.

Specialised support to achieve specific outcomes is a feature of range 2.  Typically this will involve accountability for a single function, (e.g. ensuring data is properly maintained) or the operation of a work area (e.g. managing the day to day operation of a school office) under the direction of the principal or another senior manager.

Provides support to teachers and students that is beyond the routine support provided at education support class Level 1, range 1.  Within an educational program assists teachers with the coordination of the support function, such as directing/organising the work of other support staff or providing a specialist support role. 

Undertakes medical intervention support tasks or other specialised student/teacher support roles that require specific training that must be updated 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.

Performs 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 laboratories would be typical examples.

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.

Responsibilities

  • Provides coordination support to teachers through rostering and the organisation of the work of a team of aides, including supervision and guidance.
  • Conducts routine presentations to parents to assist teachers in communicating objectives and outcomes relating to educational programs and/or students.
  • Liaise with external providers of support services.
  • Provide medical intervention support that involves a specific medical condition approved by the Department, requires specialised training/instruction that requires regular updating and has clearly defined responsibility for the administration of such support.

Who May Apply

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

EEO AND OHS Commitment

The Department of Education and Training 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.

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 http://www.education.vic.gov.au/about/programs/health/protect/Pages/childsafestandards.aspx

DET Values

The Department’s employees commit to upholding DET’s Values: Responsiveness, Integrity, Impartiality, Accountability, Respect, Leadership and Human Rights. DET’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 DET values is available at http://www.education.vic.gov.au/hrweb/workm/Pages/Public-Sector-Values.aspx

Other Information

  • 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

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

For positions in special settings, a person is not eligible for employment unless they meet the vaccination requirements on commencement in the position.

Location Profile

The Basin Primary School, situated in the City of Knox is located at the foot of the Dandenong Ranges and was established in 1880. Originally a one teacher rural school, its present enrolment is 647 (28 Grades) and has been slowly increasing over the last few years due to an improved socio economic area; our caring, welcoming and supportive culture; our reputation; amazing teachers, excellent Student, Parent and Student survey data over a long time and very good  Naplan trend data.

 

The Basin Primary School is recognised for our focus on the ‘whole child’ balancing the academic, social and personal development of our students. We believe this is best met when parents, their children and the school staff work closely and cooperatively together. Our school aims to provide -

  • a safe, secure environment that encourages compassion, tolerance and fosters self-confidence and motivates students through their positive actions to become independent learners in a global society.
  • a challenging, comprehensive and relevant curriculum with an emphasis in literacy and numeracy.
  • A learning atmosphere that stimulates the desire to learn and fosters lifelong learning skills. We welcome parents into our classrooms and school community as partners in our students' education.

 

Our highly professional and dedicated teachers have designed a curriculum to maximise opportunities for all students to experience learning success with a strong focus on building literacy and numeracy skills as well as catering for a range of student abilities and interests. We have five excellent Specialist programs delivered by amazing teachers in Physical Education & Sport, Visual Arts, Music & Performing Arts, Science and German.

In July 2018 a $5.8 million major upgrade was completed with many classrooms refurbished, a new admin building and a competition sized basketball stadium built. In late December 2019 we received $1.8 million grant for the upgrade of our oval and connecting grounds, the senior playground and carpark asphalting.

 

English and Maths consultants have worked beside our classroom staff each year building the knowledge and teaching strategies of our teachers. At each level Expert teachers work alongside youger staff members as mentors sharing their expertise. A peer coaching program was established where teachers learn from each other.

 

In the area of Student Support the school complements the range of early intervention programs and services we offer including a Reading Lab and Quicksmart Maths, along with visiting DET personnel in the areas of Speech Therapy, a Guidance Officer and our highly effective Chaplaincy Program.

                                                                            

Our new school motto is – DREAM, BELIEVE and ACHIEVE.

Dream: It all starts with a dream! Every one of us dreams, especially when we are young. Are you challenging yourself every day to follow your dreams?

Believe: We need to believe in ourselves to have the confidence, determination, resilience and courage to go after our dreams.

Achieve: Achieving success is a combination of keeping strong, being confident, humble, courageous and never giving up! 

Teacher Aide

Job type:

Part time / From 26/04/2023 - 10/01/2024

Job classification:

Not provided

Contact:

Mr David Orlandi | 03 9762 1256

Teacher Aide