Occupation: Education and Training
Location: Melbourne - Southern suburbs
Reference: 1529661
Selection Criteria
* Demonstrated capacity to communicate effectively in a team environment, including high level oral and written communication skills.
* Demonstrated ability to work and collaborate as part of an effective Learning Support Officer Team, promoting an inclusive environment and contributing to the overall success of the school's Learning Support Program.
* Demonstrated proficiency in the use of office systems, software or technical equipment as relevant to the position.
* Demonstrate an ability to work with vulnerable cohorts of students and develop positive relationships with students, including those with challenging behaviours.
* A commitment to professional learning and growth for both self and others.
Role
A full‐time employee is entitled to 152 hours (20 days) annual leave in respect of each twelve months of service and accrues progressively during a year of service according to the employee's ordinary hours of work. Part‐time employees receive annual leave entitlements on a pro‐rata basis calculated according to the time fraction worked.
Additional paid leave – education support class
A full‐time education support class employee is entitled to 228 hours (30 days) additional paid leave in respect of each calendar year. Part‐time employees receive additional paid leave entitlements on a pro‐rata basis calculated according to the time fraction worked.
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:
* Specific support tasks to achieve outcomes. Typically, this will involve accountability for a single function (e.g. ensuring data is properly maintained) or the co‐ordination of a work area under the direction of the principal or a manager.
* Assisting teachers within an educational program by undertaking specific support tasks or the coordination of the support function.
* Supervised health and wellbeing support tasks, medical intervention support tasks, or other specialised student/teacher support roles (e.g. enrolled nurses performing the role as described in schedule 3). These roles require specific qualifications and/or training, including roles where further training must be undertaken 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.
* 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 would be typical examples.
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.
Responsibilities
Key Responsibility Areas
1. Classroom / Program Support
* Assist students on an individual or group basis in specific learning areas, under the direction of the classroom teacher.
* Assist with the communication between students and teachers, particularly the interpretation of instructions.
* Provide basic physical and emotional care for students.
* Provide basic support and supervision for individuals or groups of up to 4 students within a classroom setting.
* Promote an inclusive environment by understanding and anticipating situations in which non‐verbal students might have difficulties, acting as a buffer and support to facilitate the most positive outcomes possible.
* Support students in applied learning programs and students with behaviours of concern.
* Under the direction of a teacher, assist with the supervision of students to ensure their own and/or other students' safety both inside and outside the classroom, in school grounds, camps, excursions, sporting activities, therapy activities and life skills.
* Provide teachers with insight into the students' cultural and/or special needs background and experiences.
* Assist with development of student profiles, including detailing the effective use of classroom and individual strategies.
* Assist in the preparation of student resources and equipment.
* Observe students and inform the teacher of relevant learning and behavioural issues as necessary.
* Participate in the monitoring and evaluation of programs and evaluation of individual student involvement and achievement.
* Support students involved in external programs such as Vocational Education and Training (VET).
2. Communication
* When requested, assist with communication between parents/carers and the school.
* Participate in team meetings, take minutes as required and arrange distribution after verification by Learning Support Coordinator.
* Participate in Student Support Group meetings, take minutes and forward to Learning Support Coordinator for distribution.
* Maintain confidentiality of privileged information, to which the LSO is privy, by virtue of the role.
* Undertake training in areas identified to maximise support for vulnerable cohort of students.
3. Data Collection
* Keep a documented record of student(s) progress/observations through case notes.
4. Other Duties
* Undertake other duties related to the role as directed by the Student Services Leader and/or Learning Support Coordinator.
* Participate in professional development and training to maintain the expected level of knowledge of current and best practice in the major areas of responsibility associated with the role.
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. Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander candidates are strongly encouraged to apply for roles within the Department.
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.
Accountability, Authority and Decision Making
* Works under supervision general educational programs and protocols.
* May supervise groups of up to 4 students e.g. Literacy and Numeracy intervention programs.
* Procedures and duties are well understood and clearly documented.
* Maintains highly effective and positive working relationship with all staff.
* Proactively demonstrates College values in daily work and interactions with students and colleagues.
* Comply with all OH & S policies and practices in relation to the role of LSO.
* Comply with the College Child Safety Code.
* Certificate III Education Support or equivalent qualification and/or experience would be highly regarded.
* Position description should be read in conjunction with the LSO Protocols document.
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.
Applications close Monday 15 June 2026 at 11.59pm
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