Wesley College Melbourne, a school of the Uniting Church, established in 1866, is one of Australia's leading and most respected co-educational independent schools. With an enrolment of 3,400 students from ECLC to Year 12, it comprises three metropolitan campuses in Melbourne, at St Kilda Road, Glen Waverley and Elsternwick, outdoor education sites at Chum Creek, Mallana and Lochend, and a Year 9 residential campus at Clunes. The Wesley College at Clunes residential program provides our Year 9 students with the opportunity to learn about themselves, the wider community and our Australian culture in the unique setting of the small Victorian town of Clunes, 35 kilometres northwest of Ballarat. The focus for the 8-week program is upon education of the whole person. Emphasis is given to experiential, social and emotional learning, independent inquiry, community engagement and shared living. Applications are invited from outstanding applicants for a Casual position of a Program Assistant at Wesley Clunes. In making this appointment, the College is seeking applicants who, among other qualities, can demonstrate the following: Depending on skills and experience, Program Assistants may be asked to assist in overnight outdoor trips, environmental education, campus work and field trips, art and craft sessions, budget and shopping supervision of students, assistance and creation of the campus on-line newsletter, community service and sport and physical recreation sessions. There is an expectation that Program Assistants will have the capacity to develop the skills to coordinate aspects of the program including campus meetings, supervision of study and quiet times, and social events. To liaise with members of Clunes staff in the facilitation of communication with the teaching and non-teaching members of College/campus staff. Provide support to students who are sick or in need of medical attention and care.
This is your opportunity to join a close-knit community, shine in a learning environment and work with a collaborative team focused on positively contributing to the development of young people today. Wesley at Clunes staff work together to create a climate where student rights and responsibilities can be exercised and developed. It is expected that all staff will have an understanding and commitment to a residential learning environment. Please visit
for a position description and to apply online. Applications will only be accepted via Seek or Wesley College website. For further information, please contact Tara Clark on (03) 8814 8002 or
. Applications close at 5:00pm on Sunday 15 September 2024. Please note that applications will be reviewed upon receipt and interviews will commence prior to the close date. Wesley College is a child safe employer and is committed to the welfare of children and their protection. All potential employees and volunteers will be required to comply with the School's Child Safe Policy and Code of Conduct. Applicants will be required to undergo police and background checks in accordance with this policy. #J-18808-Ljbffr
