Role
Normal hours of duty -, extra hours can be required with sufficient notice and will be paid accordingly.
Attendance can be required up to 5 days during the school holiday period.
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 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:
1. Specific support tasks to achieve outcomes. Typically, this will involve accountability for a single function, ( ensuring data is properly maintained) or the co-ordination of a work area under the direction of the principal or a manager.
2. Assisting teachers, within an educational program, by undertaking specific support tasks or the coordination of the support function.
3. Supervised health and wellbeing support tasks, medical intervention support tasks, or other specialised student/teacher support roles ( 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.
4. 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
Bellarine Secondary College has just partnered with Farm My School. This initiative will over time provide seasonal, organic vegetables to be used in the canteen to encourage health eating amongst students and staff. We are looking for a person that is interested in this ethos, and willing to join the College journey of creating a culture of sustainability and healthy eating.
Duties
5. Canteen Sales
6. Money handling
7. Stocktake twice yearly
8. Ordering
9. Preparation of food
10. Maintain a hygienic space
11. Ensure student dietary requirements are considered – gluten free, vegan etc
12. Check temperatures of freezers, fridges etc
13. Ensure equipment is maintained
14. The ability to support the catering of whole school professional learning days
15. The ability to build great relationships with teenagers.
Other
16. The ability to support students working in the canteen
17. Maintain College OH&S standards at all times
18. Encourage our parents to volunteer and be involved in the healthy eating journey of the College
19. Other duties as directed by the Business Manager/Principal
Who May Apply
Individuals with the aptitude, experience and/or qualifications to fulfill the specific requirements of the position.
EEO AND OHS Commitment
The Department of Education and Training 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.
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 DET’s Values: Responsiveness, Integrity, Impartiality, Accountability, Respect, Leadership and Human Rights. DET’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 DET values is available at
Other Information
Please provide the following:
* A CV including relevant qualifications and experience including name, contact number and email.
* Response to the Key Selection Criteria.
* Provide your Working With Children’s Check (WWCC) details, including expiry date. An Employee WWCC is mandatory for working in schools. If you are appointed to the position, you will be required to have this prior to commencement.
* Name, email, and mobile number for 3 current referees.
Please note that the selection panel may seek additional referees relevant to your application.
Applicants will be advised if this occurs.
Position descriptions are reviewed regularly and may change, by consultation, with the Principal.
All staff are appointed to Bellarine Secondary College and can work at either campus, depending on the needs of the College.
For positions in special settings, a person is not eligible for employment unless they meet the on commencement in the position.
Location Profile
For over 30 years, the College (under its former name of Queenscliff High School) has served the local community and the past record of our students in academic, cultural and sporting fields is noted with pride.
The college operates on two sites with approximately 500 students at Ocean Grove an730 students at Drysdale. All Year 7 and Year 8 students are located at the Ocean Grove Campus; the Drysdale Campus has students from Year 9 to Year 12.
Education Support Officers make a valuable contribution to the lives and interests of young adults at Bellarine Secondary College through their contribution to school administration and operations and through direct support to teachers and students in the delivery of educational programs. They are considered a vital part of the teaching and learning process of the college.
For further information on the position please contact Kerri McCluskey at the Drysdale Campus on 5251 9022.