Overview
Work Type: Ongoing - Full-time
Salary: Salary not specified
Grade: Learning Specialist - Range 3
Occupation: Learning specialist
Location: Grampians - Ballarat
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Selection Criteria
KSC 1 Demonstrated high level experience in inclusive education practice (teaching and learning) and developing processes for observation and feedback of teacher practice and peer collaboration.
KSC 1 Demonstrated high level experience in inclusive education practice (teaching and learning) and developing processes for observation and feedback of teacher practice and peer collaboration.
KSC2. Demonstrated experience panning, implementing and evaluating evidence-based intervention strategies for students with complex needs and providing feedback to teaching staff to inform their effectiveness and development.
KSC3. Demonstrated ability to lead collaborative relationships with students, colleagues, parents and the broader community focused on wellbeing and engagement, particularly attendance.
KSC4. Ability to provide leadership, professional learning and coaching that informs and influences the work of others involved in the engagement and wellbeing of children and young people.
KSC5. Demonstrated ability to input into the development, implementation and evaluation of policies and strategies relating to mental health and wellbeing.
KSC6. Demonstrated ability to reflect upon their own, others and whole school practice and contribute to the provision of whole school professional learning.
Role
The Wellbeing Specialist will work collaboratively with school executive team to monitor all students across the school in wellbeing.
This position requires the successful applicant to:
* To be a member of the school leadership & wellbeing team.
* Support the implementation, development and review of the school Strategic plan and School Annual Implementation plan.
* To look at proactive programs we can use to promote a positive school environment.
* Work in cooperation with other leading teacher coordinators
* To work on improving attendance in the wellbeing team
Responsibilities
* Attend Leadership and Co-ordinators meeting.
* Develop, promote and implement good attendance at school.
* Develop attendance plans where required
* Follow up on any Child safe practices
* Work with the Student Wellbeing officers and any other services.
* Attend weekly Wellbeing meetings
* Provide follow ups to PLCs and teachers on particular students
* Circulate new professional readings and resources.
* To examine any data from a Wellbeing perspective such as Student attitudes, Bullying data, reflections data and attendance data.
* Co-ordinate and manage the attendance data across PLC¿s
* Develop with teachers behaviour management plans for students at need.
* Responsible for Wellbeing resources.
* Coordinate the review, development and implementation of school programs.
* Be involved in the development of the AIP.
* Be a part of the School Wide Positive Behaviour team
* Support our Koorie and indigenous students in the school
* To collaborate with teachers to plan and deliver curriculum and to provide feedback on the quality of curriculum delivery.
* To promote and implement existing DET policy and resources.
* Manage the organization of Professional Learning in Wellbeing and Respectful relationships.
* Manage SSGs for out of home care students.
* Provide professional learning communication to all key stakeholders at the school.
Who May Apply
Teachers currently registered or eligible for registration with the Victorian Institute of Teaching and qualified to teach and/or have demonstrated experience in the curriculum area(s) specified for 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
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:
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:
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
VIT LANTITE
To be eligible for employment, transfer or promotion in the principal or teacher class a person must have provisional or full registration from the Victorian Institute of Teaching. In addition, from 3 August 2020, to be eligible for employment in the principal class or teacher class, a person who graduated from a Victorian Initial Teacher Education program after 1 July 2016, must demonstrate that they have passed the literacy and numeracy test for initial teacher education (LANTITE) requirements. This condition is satisfied where the LANTITE requirement is part of the Victorian Initial Teacher Education program completed by the person.
Location Profile
Delacombe Primary School is situated in the southwest corner of Ballarat and services a growing residential area. The school grounds are the envy of local schools and include adventure play equipment, sandpits, grassed areas, soccer and basketball courts and a full sized cricket/football oval that the school has use of during the day. In 2021 the school opened a competition sized basketball stadium which is equipped with a multipurpose room, change rooms and a kitchen. The current enrolments are currently at approximately 641students across 29 classrooms and is in a growth corridor of Ballarat.
At Delacombe Primary School we are a community of learners working in a warm, positive, friendly and engaging environment where all members proudly display the values of:
KINDNESS
RESPECT
RESILIENCE
GROWTH
In order to produce happy, competent, resilient community minded individuals who are able to live productive lives.
Our Vision is:
A great place to grow, achieve and succeed together
We extend an open invitation to all potential candidates to explore our school firsthand. By visiting the school, you'll have the opportunity to acquaint yourself with our modernised facilities, meet our key leaders, and determine whether Delacombe PS aligns with your educational aspirations. Your journey towards a promising future starts here.
Educators at our school support our students to succeed and support their individual needs with:
* An explicit teaching Literacy and Numeracy program which Sounds Write, the Writing Model and Common Misunderstandings. The talented professional staff are committed and operate in strong Professional Learning Teams, each with responsibility for curriculum planning and delivery. The writing program is enhanced every year with the annual Writers¿ Festival.
* There is a comprehensive Project Based Learning program over a two-year implementation period. This program is enhanced by camps, special days, excursions and a well-resourced library.
* An excellent Specialist Program is offered in Physical Education, Art, Chinese, Music and DigiTech. Information and Communication Technology is strongly resourced throughout the school with P-2 iPads and Grade 3-6 Chromebooks available in every class.
* There are a significant number of children who qualify for the Disability Inclusion Program, and the teaching staff is supplemented by a team of Education
Support Officers who work directly with these students. The school is very proud of the strong reputation it has developed for its capacity to support students
with special needs
* An engaging Stephanie Alexander Kitchen Garden program that fosters a vibrant connection to delicious and healthy eating. The program commenced in 2012 and continues to provide a garden and cooking experience for all students with a focus on the paddock to plate process.
* Celebrated differences where we recognise and celebrate individuality through key initiatives such as our Multi-cultural club and School Concert.
* A proactive and supportive approach to teaching behaviours and fostering positive relationships through our SWPBS and clear expectations for every students through our Delacombe Express and strong support in our Wellbeing team.
* Dedicated activities that allow for staff and student interaction and festivities outside of the classroom. For example, our Colour Carnival, sport days, lunch clubs to name a few.
* Strong tutoring program available for students in all grade levels. This consists of a variety of evidence-based targeted intervention programs.
* Differentiated learning programs to support students at all levels of their learning.
* Student Voice and Agency opportunities such as JSC, School and House Captains
* Take a look at our school video from 2020:
We welcome our new staff by providing the following supports:
* Ongoing staff induction for all new staff where you receive support throughout the year through one on one coaching and team planning.
* Intensive support for VIT registration for all graduate teachers from their coach and Assistant Principal.
* Teaching and learning programs developed by staff collaboration using evidence-based practice.
* An active Staff Association with activities throughout the year promoting work-life balance.
* Learning Specialists provide ongoing support in team planning with our teaching and learning program and instructional model.
* Ongoing professional development and support through Sounds Write, The Writing Model and Common Misunderstandings
* Growth and leadership opportunities for Middle leaders : such as Quality Conversations at the Academy and Growth Coaching accreditation
The school recognises and receives outstanding support from its parent community on a variety of levels. A strong and committed School Council has played a significant role in policy and planning and the energetic Parents and Friends group organises a large number of successful projects annually. To ensure participation and involvement of the parent community, the school strives to provide an inclusive and welcoming learning environment.
We welcome all prospective applicants who share our school values to join our team.
Other Information
Tours are available upon request. Please contact the school for further details.
Applications close Thursday 21 August 2025 at 11.59pm
Posted
8 August 2025