Ed Support Lvl 1 - Range 2 Student SupportSchools (Government)Applications close Thursday 15 May 2025 at 11.59PMOverviewWork type: Part time Salary: Salary not specified Grade: Ed Support Level 1-Range 2 Occupation: Teacher Location: Warrnambool Reference: 1474544Location ProfileWarrnambool East Primary is situated on the eastern side of the city of Warrnambool, South West Victoria, 250 kms west of Melbourne. The school is nestled in a picturesque location beside the southern ocean in spacious and inviting gardens and grounds. Warrnambool East Primary School offers a stimulating learning environment and a diverse curriculum to 500students in Foundation to Year 6.Warrnambool East PS places learning and wellbeing at the centre and implements the Victorian Curriculum with a strong emphasis on English (Structured Literacy) and Mathematics learning with precise and explicit teaching at point of need within rich authentic tasks and problems. The schoolisalsoa science specialist school and in a unique partnership with Deakin University Marine Science and Education Faculties and Melbourne Zoo, we are looking beyond the school years with a philosophy of providing education for life. Our student `zookeepers¿ care for the animals housed throughout the school.Our school wellbeing approach is grounded in positive education, principals of nurture, respectful relationships and zones of regulation, with a focus on teaching expected behaviours. Our wellbeing approach `Thrive¿underpins all teaching and learning, engagement, wellbeing and interactions with the whole school community and applicants need to be committed to this approach.The school also offers 4 specialist subject classes ¿ PE, Science, The Arts and Humanities (First Nations and Global perspectives).The school is organised into learning communities:Foundation, Years 1 and 2, Years 3 and 4, and Years 5 and 6(21 classes with one year level per class). Teachers work collaboratively as PLC¿s to plan, implement, moderate and evaluate student learning. The leadership structure across the school consists ofthe Leadership Team (Principal, Assistant Principal, Leading Teacher - Curriculum, Learning Specialists - Literacy and Numeracy, Mental Health and Engagement Leader and Diversity and Inclusion Leader) and theSchool ImprovementTeam (Leadership team and learning community leaders)to implement the Strategic Plan and Annual Implementation Plan.At Warrnambool East Primary School there is a culture of high expectationsfor allstaff, students and parents. We have an environment that encourages success in student learning and academic results as well as a high standard for student interactions and behaviour. Student engagement and wellbeing is managed in a restorative manner and the school has a long and proud history of positive student management and wellbeing. The school has been awarded for their work in wellbeing and engagement.Selection CriteriaSC 1 Demonstrated capacity to work and collaborate with others in a team environment.SC 2Demonstrated capacity to communicate effectively in a team environment, including high level oral and written communication skills.SC 3Demonstrate the ability to understand and support emotional, social, physical and cognitive development through a trauma informed lens.SC 4Demonstrated capacity to work with trauma impacted students presenting with challenging behaviours.SC 5Demonstrate knowledge and understanding of Child Safe Standards.RoleAn 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.ResponsibilitiesResponsibilities may include:Provides routine support for teachers including assisting with planning of student routinesSupports communication between teachers and parentsCommunicates with teachers on routine matters related to students and/or other responsibilitiesProvides basic physical care and wellbeing support for students such as toileting, meals, and liftingCommunicating with student/s to support comprehension of basic tasks and informationAddresses immediate behavioural presentations relating to specific students within a classroom setting aligned to school policy and procedureProvides basic support and supervision for individuals or groups of up to 4 students within a classroom settingSupports teachers in the coordination of educational programs independently or under minimal supervision, including rostering and organising the work of a team of aides, providing routine co-ordination, guidance, and support to other student support staff, liaising with external providers of support services about clearly defined support needs and resources, assisting teachers with the communication of student outcomes and educational programsProvides medical intervention support to a student/s, under specific conditions, with appropriate training and guidanceProvides specialised communication support for students and teachers in areas such as AUSLAN and brailleWho May ApplyIndividuals with the aptitude, experience and/or qualifications to fulfill the specific requirements of the position.EEO AND OHS CommitmentApplicants 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 (seeWorkplace 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 marrung@education.vic.gov.auChild Safe StandardsVictorian 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: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: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.aspxApplications close Thursday 15 May 2025 at 11.59PM
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