Overview
Work Type: Ongoing - Part-time
Salary: Salary not specified
Grade: Education Support - Level 1, Range 2
Occupation: Education and training
Location: Melbourne - Eastern suburbs
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Selection Criteria
* Capacity to undertake routine support tasks across a range of functions in one or more work areas within a school environment.
* Demonstrated capacity to communicate effectively and sensitively with members of the school community including students and the capacity to provide support and / or attendant care to students where necessary.
* Demonstrated proficiency in the use of office systems, software or technical equipment as relevant to the position.
* Capacity to work cooperatively with a range of people including teachers, education support, students and parents to cater for the learning/physical difficulties of specific students and modify work as appropriate.
* A demonstrated capacity to support the physical, social and learning needs of a student with severe Cerebral Palsy / non ambulant, sensory processing challenges and complex communication needs.
Role
Positions at this level undertake a variety of duties which may include administrative, clerical, keyboard support, assisting with maintenance and management of stores and supplies, assisting teachers in the classroom and other educational activities and providing attendant care and assistance to students. The position may work within a variety of school settings, such as office, library, laboratories (science, computer, language, music or other).
Responsibilities
* Provide physical and emotional care for students with complex learning and physical difficulties through assistance with eating, dressing, washing and personal requirements where mutual agreement is reached, appropriate information and training is provided and relevant regulations are followed.
* Participate in team meetings and work closely with the Disability Inclusion Coordinator, Disability Inclusion leader and Assistant Principal and assist with direction, in the facilitation of the schools overall integration program.
* Assist with student mobility enabling, toileting supervision, support with eating (Peg Feeding), access to classrooms and recreation areas, transport etc. This should occur in a context where training in procedures is provided and equipment is used where necessary,
* Assist teachers with the implementation of the program in the classroom and when in attendance at sport, work experience, excursion, camps and school programs.
* Assist in the preparation of student resources and equipment and modification of student work where necessary.
* Prepare basic curriculum support resources and set up and put away equipment and materials in support of teaching programs.
* Provide intensive supervision such as one-to-one attendant care to ensure safety inside and outside the classroom and during both instruction and non-instruction time if needed. This may include supervision at recess and lunchtime.
* Assist under direction, with paramedical, outdoor physical education sessions together with therapy activities, exercises and mobility.
* Ensure that the Disability Inclusion Coordinator & Leader are kept informed and record notes onto Compass as needed.
* Undertake all duties currently expected of Education Support Officers Range 2.
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:
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:
Location Profile
Scoresby Secondary College is located in Knox with an enrolment around 300, which is expected to rise significantly over the next few years. The College serves the communities of Scoresby, Knoxfield, Ferntree Gully and the surrounding suburbs of Rowville, Lysterfield, Wantirna South and Boronia. The College is structured around two sub schools with each sub school established to meet the age specific needs for the different stages of their journey from early adolescence into adulthood. Junior School (Years 7,8,9) Senior School (Years 10,11, 12). A strong Code of Conduct provides for a safe and orderly environment. The College sets high expectations and promotes active participation in learning with a belief that all students can develop and achieve success across a range of curricular and co-curricular activities. It is the setting of high expectations that the College believes empowers students to aim for their personal best and take on responsibility for their own behavior and learning. Students study a core program of English, Mathematics, Science, Humanities, Mandarin, Physical Education, Arts, Music, and Technology in the Junior School with a range of opportunities for specialisation in the Senior School. The extra-curricular program includes an exceptional voice and instrumental program, performing arts production, camps and overseas sister school, student leadership opportunities and sport. The College boasts a mix of traditional and purposeful teaching and learning facilities, a Senior School Study Centre, Resource Centre, extensive playing fields, including a four court synthetic surface, gymnasium, landscaped grounds and computer and ICT facilities throughout. The College prides itself on the establishment of partnerships with business, industry and tertiary education providers, providing authentic learning experiences for student learning and greater opportunities for student pathways and transitions. The majority of the College¿s graduates are successful in obtaining places in university and TAFE after completing Year 12.
Applications close Sunday 15 February 2026 at 11.59pm
Posted
2 February 2026