Es 1-2 - Pathways Assistant

Job type: Full time / From 28/01/2025
Organisation: Schools (Government)
Salary: Salary not specified
Occupation: Education and Training
Reference: 1451738
Location ProfileWellington Secondary College is a large and highly respected co-educational state secondary college located in the City of Monash, approximately 24 kilometres to the south east of the CBD of Melbourne. The College provides an extensive range of programs for secondary school aged students from Years 7-12 in the Mulgrave, Springvale, Noble Park, Dandenong North, Keysborough, Westall (and surrounding) communities.
Located in south east Melbourne, Wellington is surrounded by excellent infrastructure. Nearby is Waverley Gardens Shopping Centre with a medical centre, department stores, post office, banks, chemist and supermarkets, and the main Clayton campus of Monash University with many other university campuses and TAFE colleges within fifteen kilometres of the College.
The College has maintained a strong student enrolment with just under 1700 students for 2024. The ethnic mix of its students reflects the multicultural nature of the surrounding area, one of the most diverse in Melbourne.
In addition to the local enrolment, the College has a strong International Student Program, accommodating 100+ students, largely from Vietnam, Cambodia and China.
The College employs approximately 160 staff with an effective full-time teaching staff of 125 and a large support staff of 35, including multicultural aides, a college First Aid Officer, full time welfare coordinators and careers counsellors.
Wellington Secondary College provides a safe and inclusive environment to meet the needs of all students. We are committed to the provisions of Ministerial Order 1359 (Child Safety).
The College prides itself on its commitment to literacy and numeracy across the whole school. Retention of students at WSC is very strong. Academic success is expected, and high standards of behaviour are required. Students usually remain enrolled for the duration of their secondary education, except where the family relocates.
Consequently, Wellington Secondary College enjoys a very positive reputation in the local community. We respect well established school traditions, with all students and their families being inducted into the culture of the school's motto, the Wellington Way Caring Striving Learning.
Originally opening in 1973, the well-maintained and recently redeveloped campus is set amongst landscaped gardens and extensive courtyards.
In 2019, we opened the E.H Blaikie Vanellus Centre, a beautiful two-story Administration, Technology and Library Hub, along with eight 21st century collaboration and learning spaces.
In 2022 the final re-development stage of the campus was completed with a new Senior School Precinct, a Technology area and a Wellbeing Centre.
The campus also features a Performing Arts complex with 288 seat Theatre, well equipped and modern specialist rooms for Visual Arts, Technology and Science, two multi-purpose Gymnasiums, a Wellbeing Centre, an International Centre and separate Junior, Middle and Senior School Centres.
In 2022 the College successfully completed a Department of Education and Training Review. This has guided the preparation and writing of our four-year Strategic Plan (2023 - 2026).
Selection CriteriaSC1 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.
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.
Responsibilities· Assist students with VTAC Applications, TAFE Applications, and Apprenticeship Applications
· Assisting students with job seeking skills, such as resume and cover letter preparation
· Support the retention of students at risk of leaving school prior to the completion of Year 12 through counselling and identifying alternative pathways where necessary
· Provide support and assistance to students who have exited (aged 15+) and follow-up tracking as per DE requirements after exit
· Attend Student Support Group meetings with families/carers and other staff
· Ensure compliance with government and Department of Education guidelines and standards, including completion of the Exemption from School form for students exiting the College under the age of 17
· Assist students applying for TAFE, including VETDSS applications. This may include assisting with the creation of USIs and meeting other entry requirements, such as completion of literacy and numeracy assessments.
· Assist with course counselling and subject selection
· Assist administratively with production of materials for expos, career education lessons, course counselling and other programs
· Assist the Director of Student Pathways with programs such as careers education activities from Year 7-12, the management of the Morrisby Assessment and interviews
· Maintain appropriate student records, ensuring confidentiality and communicating effectively with other staff members
· Work collaboratively with the Director of Student Pathways to assist with the delivery of priorities identified by college management
· Communicate careers information to students and their families
· Assist with the tracking of exit students and ensuring accurate entry of data
· Liaise with community organisations to enhance partnerships for robust career education opportunities
· Provide counselling and support for students and families needing personalised or specialised pathways-based programs
· Monitor a range of student data sets to identify students who may need additional pathways and transition support and to provide regular feedback to relevant staff on the progress of individual students
· Promote the careers services within the college
· Use of relevant ICT
· Assist with students from Year 7-12 completing their career action plans
· Maintain up-to-date professional knowledge.
Who 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.
Additional support and advice on the recruitment process is available to Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islanders from the Koorie Outcomes Division (KOD) via ******
Child 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.
Please ensure that your application includes:
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