Occupation: Education and training
Location: Melbourne - Southern suburbs
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Location Profile
Glen Eira College is a dynamic, co‑educational school recognized for its strong academic approach We foster a vibrant learning environment that empowers students to learn, grow, and form meaningful connections as local and global citizens who respect the rights of all.
Vision
At Glen Eira College, our vision is for students to be empowered learners and engaged members of their community, both locally and globally. Learn, Grow, Connect.
* Growth and Striving: We grow and aspire to learn by innovating and collaborating together.
* Equity and Integrity: We all have access to a broad range of opportunities that are inclusive of our diverse community.
* Care and Respect: We care for each other, we act respectfully and support each other in doing our best.
Our team comprises 64.1 Effective Full-Time (EFT) teachers, 4 Principal Class members, and 24.32 Education Support staff. Supported by an engaged College Council and parent community, our leadership team continues to strive for excellence.
We are currently constructing a new Middle School hub, due for completion in March 2026; once complete, our capacity will increase to 1200 students.
We are committed to high quality language learning, offering students a choice of:
French:
* French 1st Language (Accredited to deliver CNED for native speakers)
* French Immersion (3 lessons weekly of French Language, 3 of Humanities, 2 of Drama all in French)
* Mainstream French
Japanese:
* Japanese Immersion (3 lessons of Japanese Language, 4 of Science all in Japanese)
* Mainstream Japanese
In 2024, the program won the Dr Lawrie Shears Outstanding Global Teaching and Learning Award given by the Victorian Government.
Hebrew:
* Mainstream Hebrew
Student Success
We provide a comprehensive curriculum with a wide range of Year 10 to 12 subjects. Our challenging extra‑curricular programmes, personal development opportunities, and leadership training enable students to develop both socially and academically.
Year 12 students benefit from access to Centre for Higher Education Studies (CHES) and university enhancement programmes. GEC graduates continue a proud tradition of excellent VCE results, progressing to tertiary and TAFE courses of their choice.
School Improvement Focus
Glen Eira College is on a strategic journey of improvement, reflected in significant growth and improved student outcomes. We are proud recipients of The Age's `Schools that Excel` Award and have become the community's school of choice.
We remain committed to ongoing improvement through the delivery of holistic educational programmes that meet the diverse needs of our students. We invite highly capable professionals to join us on our mission to excel as Caulfield's school of choice.
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 Demonstrated capacity to provide advice and support to management and other school staff in respect to the work area.
SC6 A commitment to professional learning and growth for both self and others.
Role
(Attendance requirement for this position)
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 programme.
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 programme, 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
Responsibilities may include:
* Provides routine support for teachers including assisting with planning of student routines
* Supports communication between teachers and parents
* Communicates with teachers on routine matters related to students and/or other responsibilities
* Provides basic physical care and wellbeing support for students such as toileting, meals, and lifting
* Communicating with student/s to support comprehension of basic tasks and information
* Addresses immediate behavioural presentations relating to specific students within a classroom setting aligned to school policy and procedure
* Provides basic support and supervision for individuals or groups of up to 4 students within a classroom setting
* Supports teachers in the coordination of educational programmes 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 programmes
* Provides medical intervention support to a student/s, under specific conditions, with appropriate training and guidance
* Provides specialised communication support for students and teachers in areas such as AUSLAN and braille
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Who May Apply
Individuals with the aptitude, experience and/or qualifications to fulfil 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 mar
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:
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:
The College requests that each applicant include the following:
* A specific response to the selection criteria
* A copy of transcript of qualifications (can be brought to interview if shortlisted).
* WWCC registration number
* A summary of experience
* Three referees who are able to make relevant comments regarding the application in relation to the key selection criteria.
Please provide telephone numbers (mobile and work if applicable) and email addresses of your referees.
Referees other than those nominated may be contacted.
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 Saturday 17 January 2026 at 11.59pm
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