Job Description
Location: Western Region | Melton
Job type: Full time / From 18/11/2024 - 17/11/2025
Organisation: Schools (Government)
Salary: Salary not specified
Occupation: Education and Training
Reference: 1446711
Selection Criteria
SC1 Demonstrated experience and skills in coordinating a specific education support function.
SC2 Demonstrated capacity to supervise the work of other support staff and to develop procedures and guidelines relating to the work area.
SC3 Demonstrated 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 in respect to the work area.
SC6 Demonstrated commitment to professional learning and growth for both self and others.
Role
The Junior mini school looks to provide high quality support to students to enable them to demonstrate the high expectations that we have of students around their learning, behaviour and attendance. The mini school focuses on learning, behaviour and attendance, the daily learning experience of students as well as other aspects for all students in year 7, 8 and 9 regardless of their needs and complexity. Our mini school team model these high expectations with all interactions with students, staff and parents/care givers. It is a fast paced environment with dynamic leaders working toward achieving set AIP goals as well as the College vision. All staff work with students as well as staff members on a regular basis to achieve these objectives enhance the students' experience at the College.
Responsibilities
Carry out allocated activities and tasks determined by the school consistent with role description.
Assist junior students to maintain high expectations in their learning by providing high support to enable them to meet these expectations.
Engage positively and model high expectations with students.
Ensure rolls are marked by teachers.
Contact parents about student absences. Ensure these are immediately followed up and appropriate attendance codes applied.
Support and advise the year level team in following up students with low attendance.
Sending absence letters to parents.
Issue students with Late Passes and Uniform Passes.
Support with data collection and visualisation to support school priorities.
Follow the staged response to interventions and liaise with Administration leader to support student outcomes.
Assist with the student census twice yearly.
Creation of meeting documents.
Support the implementation of the Getting to know you interviews at the start of the year for incoming year 7s.
Assemblies set up.
Suspension support.
Print student timetables.
Liaise with and provide information to parents, students and staff.
Assist with the organisation of school excursions and camps.
Participate in professional learning activities.
You will also be required to undertake any additional duties as requested by the Principal, Mini School Principal and Business Manager.
Who May Apply
Individuals with the aptitude, experience and/or qualifications to fulfill the specific requirements of the position.
Conditions of Employment
All staff employed by the Department and schools have access to a broad range of employment conditions and working arrangements.
Appointment of successful applicants will be made subject to a satisfactory pre-employment conditions check.
A probationary period may apply during the first year of employment and induction and support programs provided.
Detailed information on all terms and conditions of employment is available on the Department's Human Resources website at HR Website.
Other Information
This position is a 1.0 EFT: 5 days per week. School Holiday attendance may be required for this position - up to 6 days.
A cover sheet providing your name, home address and telephone contact details.
A specific response to the selection criteria with regard to the position advertised.
A summary of experience and qualifications; and
The names, contact details and email addresses of three referees who can provide information regarding your application to the key selection criteria.
Location Profile
At Staughton College, we are deeply passionate about high-quality education and its positive impact on young people and their communities. For us, education is more than just imparting knowledge; it's about nurturing the whole individual, fostering a love for learning, and equipping students with the skills and values they need to succeed in life.
Over the past decade, our college has grown significantly, now serving over 1,500 students with a dedicated team of 160 staff members. Our community thrives on the belief that students excel when their learning and well-being are closely connected. We are committed to creating an environment where every student has the opportunity to become the best version of themselves.
Our guiding philosophy is grounded in equity of access and high expectations, ensuring that all children will learn and achieve their full potential. We ensure that all students leave Staughton College with a love of learning, a strong sense of self-worth, confidence, independence, risk-taking skills, and self-discipline. High expectations for learning and behaviour are tied to respect for the rights and responsibilities of all members of our community.
Staughton College is a place where students are empowered to be dynamic members of our community, actively participating in both classroom learning and extracurricular activities. Through our Staughton Student Matrix, we explicitly teach and acknowledge key positive behaviours that enhance learning, effort, and respect.
We believe that by investing in every staff member and supporting them in being their best, our students will be best placed to thrive. This commitment is reflected in the ongoing support and the many opportunities we provide for professional growth in teaching and leadership.
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