Location: Melbourne | Southern Metropolitan
Job type: Part time / From 28/01/2025 - 21/04/2025
Organisation: Schools (Government)
Salary: Salary not specified
Occupation: Education and Training
Reference: 1460664
Location ProfileFrankston Primary School was established in 1874 and currently has an enrolment of 253 students.
The school is adjacent to the Frankston Business District, providing convenient access to various community services conducive to authentic educational opportunities.
The school commenced a new School Strategic Plan 2023 - 2026, focusing on improving student learning outcomes in Numeracy and Writing and developing teacher practice to enhance learning outcomes.
Our school focus is generated through evidence-based practice, including building and embedding EDI (explicit direct instruction) in literacy and numeracy, F - 2 OG structured synthetic phonics, and 3 - 6 morphology.
Further focus areas include high-level responsive teaching strategies that inform teaching and learning within the daily learning environment and embedding a rich data-informed PLC culture.
Teaching Teams at Frankston Primary School collaborate to build their capacity to review and analyze data weekly, informing curriculum planning and teaching, with each Team focused on enhancing teaching and student learning through effective PLC (Professional Learning Community) practice.
All teaching staff participate actively in our GROWTH Coaching, Peer Observation, and feedback model to support professional learning, which is integral to building classroom teacher capacity and improving student learning outcomes.
We strive for educational excellence, empowering our students to achieve their personal best in an inclusive, supportive, and caring environment.
Frankston Primary School is committed to: Building a connected and inclusive school communityConnecting with our parent and wider communityActivating high-level student literacy and numeracy achievementDeveloping students' personal and social capabilities and emotional resilienceInspiring student learning and creativity through a breadth of programs and learning experiences.Our school values are: Community, Aspire, Resilience, Respect, Positivity, Empathy & Inclusion.
Our aim is to build student wellbeing through a positive school culture characterized by respectful relationships and restorative practices.
Our school takes a restorative approach to resolving conflict and preventing harm, which is fundamental for developing positive classroom climates, building relationships, maximizing student engagement, resolving conflict, and addressing bullying.
Specialist programs in 2025 include Environmental Science/STEM; Art, Auslan/Performing Arts, and PE.
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.
Role9am until 3.30pm
An education support class position will perform tasks 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.
This position supports the educational services 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 of up to 4 in controlled circumstances where the responsibility for students remains clearly with a teacher.
Certification and/or qualifications of up to three years may be required at this level (noting that Registered Nurse is not included at this level).
A role at this range may include:
Specific support tasks to achieve outcomes, typically involving accountability for a single function or the coordination 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 coordinating the support function.Supervised health and wellbeing support tasks, medical intervention support tasks, or other specialized student/teacher support roles requiring specific qualifications and/or training.Technical tasks that require a sound knowledge of basic technical and/or scientific principles.An education support class position may initially be limited to routine tasks under close supervision.
Work that carries some degree of independence will generally involve a limited number of tasks performed regularly where priorities are clear, and procedures are well established.
ResponsibilitiesProvides 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.Communicates with students to support comprehension of basic tasks and information.Addresses immediate behavioral presentations relating to specific students within a classroom setting.Provides basic support and supervision for individuals or groups of up to 4 students.Supports teachers in the coordination of educational programs independently or under minimal supervision.Provides medical intervention support to students, under specific conditions, with appropriate training and guidance.Provides specialized communication support for students and teachers in areas such as AUSLAN and braille.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.
The Department of Education is committed to the principles of equal opportunity, diversity, and inclusion for all.
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.
This is a fixed-term position to cover a leave replacement for term 1 2025.
Conditions of EmploymentAll 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.Detailed information on all terms and conditions of employment is available on the Department's Human Resources website.
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