Overview
Work Type: Fixed-term - Part-time
Salary: Salary not specified
Grade: Education Support - Level 1, Range 2
Occupation: Administration
Location: Melbourne - Western suburbs
Reference:
Selection Criteria
SC1 Demonstrated capacity to perform duties consistent with established guidelines and frameworks, including coordinating and supporting others in respect to specific work functions relevant to the role.
SC2 Demonstrated capacity to work and collaborate with others in a team environment.
SC3 Demonstrated capacity to communicate effectively in a team environment, including high level oral and written communication skills.
SC4 Possess the technical knowledge and expertise relevant to the position.
SC5 A commitment to professional learning and growth for both self and others.
Role
4-5 days per week with negotiable hours
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
Duties may include:
* Manage client reception and office operations
* Provide routine clerical or other administrative support responsibilities including general telephone, front office enquiries, mail deliveries, assisting with stock control, supporting organisation of meetings, receiving and initial processing of standard paperwork and liaise with school staff in regard to support requirements
* Maintain, enter and retrieve data from the schools IT systems, such as the school's records system, including computerised student, staff and school records
* Support or coordinate the preparation of standard routine internal and external communication according to school procedures (e.g. form letters, newsletters)
* Coordinate the delivery of administrative services within the school
* Develop and implement strategies to ensure effective administration procedures
* Manage the processing of student admissions, registrations, enrolments and transfers
* Follow Student Attendance procedures in accordance with DE and school police
* Maintain and update office records, enrolment data, diary records, and basic written records
* CSEF
* Update Student records on CASES21
* Provide required level of administrative support for school events, functions, and projects
* Opening and distributing mail and processing outgoing mail. Take delivery of parcels and arrange their distribution
* CASES 21 Administration and Finance including Receipting, putting on Charges and End of day balancing.
* Make school announcements
* Compass post to the school community
* Ensure the reception area is tidy, presentable, and well-stocked with necessary supplies
* Complete end of the year process for administration.
* Supports the first aid facilities and assists in delivering first aid to students.
* Any other task requested by the Business Manager and Principal Team
Who May Apply
Individuals with the aptitude, experience and/or qualifications to fulfill the specific requirements of 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
Location Profile
Altona Primary School has a proud history of learning growth and a positive school culture. In 2025, the school has an enrolment of 515 students, composed of 22 classes from Prep to Year 6.
Our purpose is to engage and challenge students to achieve their best in a vibrant learning environment where all students are nurtured to achieve their best. Students, staff, and parents work in partnership to create a community that is focused on `living our values: Respect, Responsibility, Resilience, Aspiration, Gratitude and Collaboration.
A positive, nurturing environment which cares for each student and adult matters. It impacts on our behaviour, our academic success and future mental and physical health. All community members of our school behave in ways that build a positive and energetic school culture that focuses on learning and wellbeing.
Communities like Altona Primary School develop over time through shared experiences and an aligned focus on what matters; children learning. To find out more about APS visit or contact
Applications close Sunday 14 September 2025 at 11.59pm
Posted
1 September 2025