Selection Criteria
Applicants should submit a cover letter, resume and response to the Key Selection Criteria. The names and contact details for three referees must also be included to support the written application.
SC1 The ability to work as an effective and positive member of a multidisciplinary school wellbeing team.
SC2 Demonstrated understanding and commitment to the development of a comprehensive social work service to children and families.
SC3 The capacity to develop and implement social work programs and facilitate group support for students and families.
SC4 Demonstrated excellent communication and interpersonal skills including the ability to communicate effectively with a range of professionals, teachers and parents on service delivery and student based issues and to be able to maintain strict confidentiality at all times.
SC5 Demonstrated excellent organisational and time management skills including the ability to meet and exceed deadlines and display proactive and positive initiative.
Role
This position is from 8:30 am to 4:15 pm each day.
Range 3 is distinguished by the introduction of management responsibility and accountability for the delivery of professional support services. The role will usually impact beyond the work area or professional field. It seeks to gain cooperation of other staff members or members of the school community to achieve specific objectives, such as in school administration, operations or educational programs.
Direction on targets and goals is provided but the position will have some degree of latitude in determining how they are achieved. This latitude will generally be limited by standard procedures and school policy. Deviation from standard procedures and school policy will require guidance and direction from senior management.
The provision of business management responsibilities becomes a feature at range 3. Management of staff to achieve the expected outcomes is a key responsibility. Staff management issues will be resolved with minimal reference to senior management, although guidance will be required in more complex cases. Senior management will be provided with timely reports and advice, although this will generally be confined to matters relating to the immediate work area, service provision or educational program and is unlikely to impact substantially on whole of school operations.
This is the minimum range for positions that carry a mandatory qualification requirement of not less than four years. Professional student support positions become a feature at range 3 (e.g. therapists, psychologists) where standard professional services are delivered. Professional support and guidance will be close at hand and deviation from standard procedures and school policy will require guidance and direction from senior management.
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
We seek a school based Social Worker who can:
- Provide or facilitate the provision of support to students, F-6 to enable them to attend class and engage in learning.
- Support and follow processes which ensure communication of strategies to address the welfare and emotional needs of specific students.
- Facilitate intervention programs to support the school curriculum and the needs of identified groups of students.
- Support Wellbeing Team in liaising with parents and outside specialists/agencies.
- Working with the Wellbeing Team to refer students to outside specialists when necessary.
- Maintain appropriate records and confidentiality in accordance with legislative requirements.
- Support students individually or in small groups as appropriate, to assist them to build resilience and overcome difficulties of a personal, emotional, behavioural and/or social nature.
- Commitment to working as part of a multi-discipline team, including working closely with the Wellbeing Team and Assistant Principal, Wellbeing.
- Other duties as required by the Principal.
Who May Apply
Individuals with the aptitude, experience and/or qualifications to fulfill the specific requirements of the position.
Diversity and Inclusion
The department is committed to diversity and inclusion and developing a workforce that is representative of the community we service. We value diversity and inclusion in all forms ¿ culture, gender, religion, ethnicity, LGBTIQA+, 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 safe, respectful and inclusive workplaces is essential to high performance and promotes flexible work and diversity across all schools and Department workplaces. It is our policy to provide reasonable adjustments for staff with disability (see Workplace adjustment guidelines).
Additional support and advice on the recruitment process is available to Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander candidates from the Koorie Outcomes Division (KOD) via *******@education.vic.gov.au
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.
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
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
Location Profile
About Wilmot Road Primary School
Wilmot Road Primary School (WRPS) is a diverse and dynamic school community in Shepparton, Victoria. Our students come to school with a range of cultural, linguistic, and social backgrounds, contributing to a learning environment that is strengthened by diversity and the positive relationships we foster.
Our vision is to create a community of lifelong learners who can reach their full potential in an inclusive, resilient, and supportive setting.
In 2025, with a new Leadership Team in place, we are entering a period of renewal. We are committed to leading with kindness, integrity, and transparency, while promoting a love of learning grounded in current research.
We aim to connect classroom learning to real-life experiences and provide opportunities for growth, while cultivating high-expectation relationships between staff, students, and our wider community.
WRPS proudly positions itself as a large, supportive network where everyone is valued and cared for. We are committed to equity and to ensuring every child has the opportunity to be their very best. To support this, we provide a wide range of onsite services, including
- play therapy
- speech therapy
- occupational therapy
- sensory program
- social worker
- paediatric clinic
WRPS currently serves 238 students. Our community is vibrant and culturally diverse, with 54% of students speaking English as an additional language and 12% identifying as Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander. Based on the Student Family Occupation and Education (SFOE) index, our socio-economic profile is classified as high. Many families rely on the school as a trusted source of support, advocacy, and connection to community services, a responsibility we embrace with pride.
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