Overview Work Type: Ongoing - Full-time Salary: Salary not specified Grade: Education Support - Level 1, Range 3 Occupation: Education and training Location: Hume - Wangaratta Reference: 1520987 Selection Criteria
* This role involves supporting students who may have complex learning or behavioural needs. What skills, qualities, or approaches do you believe are most important when working with students who may find school challenging, and how would you use these skills to help them feel engaged and successful?
* Students in this program will work in small groups on interest- or community-based projects. What strengths or skills would you bring to planning and facilitating activities that motivate students and help them build confidence, teamwork, and a sense of belonging?
* This role requires collaboration with teachers, families, education support staff, and allied health professionals. What skills do you have that would help you communicate and work effectively with a range of people to support a student's goals?
* Students in this role may sometimes display challenging behaviours. What skills or strategies would you use to support a student during these moments while helping them stay connected to learning?
Role 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
* Managing specialised programs (e.g. wellbeing, disability inclusion support)
* Supporting complex student learning or behavioural needs
* Liaising with teachers, leadership, and external professionals
* Managing administrative functions or systems
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 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:///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:///pal/values-department-vps-school-employees/overview 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:///hrweb/Pages/default.aspx
Please ensure that your application includes:
* A resume including relevant experience as well as personal details (name, address and contact numbers, business and home)
* A section addressing the selection criteria and the requirements for application under the Who May Apply section
* Names and contact numbers (telephone and email if possible) of two referees who are able to attest to the claims made in your application.
Please note that the selection panel may seek additional referees beyond those you name. Consistent with policy, we shall advise you if we will take this action. Conditions of Employment This vacancy is specifically linked to Student Support Funding and is ongoing. If the funding reduces or ceases during the first seven years of employment, employment may cease subject to the provision of at least 12 weeks’ notice. Location Profile Wangaratta West Primary School is a thriving primary school located in the rural township of Wangaratta in North East Victoria. Established in 1950, the school has a rich history and growing enrolment trends. Currently the school has 486 students enrolled. The school enjoys a reputation for leading the way with modern teaching methods and resources, including the more than 410 iPads to enable a one-to-one program for students in years one to six. Our school is situated on approximately 2.5 acres (1 hectare) of land, comprising of grassed areas, concrete basketball/netball courts, and landscaped garden areas. Between 2008 and 2010 the school underwent significant renovations, resulting in well-appointed facilities. At present the school consists of 21 classrooms as well as an art room, library, music room, science room, hall (with adjoining kitchen) and office block. Our school is led by a Principal and two Assistant Principals and employs 30 full time equivalent teaching staff and 40 Education Support Staff. Ongoing professional development is supported by the engagement of external consultants, access to professional resources and tools, and regular time for staff to learn with and from one another through collaborative planning. A strong focus on literacy and numeracy skills drives curriculum planning, in addition to an emphasis on ensuring all students feel safe and happy at school. Curriculum presentation consists of a combination of direct instruction and learning through inquiry. Specialist classes are offered in Art, Music/Performing Arts, Physical Education, Science and AUSLAN. A range of elective programs offered during the lunch break include percussion groups, choirs, Friendship Group and Peer Activity Leaders. The school also has a School Representative Council as a means of stimulating student voice. Our school also facilitates our own Out of School Hours Care (OSHC) program including before school from 6.30am and after school till 6pm as well as curriculum days and school holidays with capacity for 60 students per session. Our values of respect and tolerance are at the core of all of our dealings with each other and the wider community. We encourage students to demonstrate, through their actions and words that they care for themselves, others and the school community. Applications close Sunday 29 March Posted 16 March 2026