Reception & First Aid Assistant

Job Description Location: Melbourne | Eastern Metropolitan
Job type: Part time / From 28/01/2025 - 19/12/2025
Organisation: Schools (Government)
Salary: Salary not specified
Occupation: Administration/Secretarial
Reference: 1451194
Location Profile Rangeview Primary School is situated in the outer eastern suburbs of Melbourne. Extensive development of our school's facilities and grounds have created engaging and contemporary learning spaces.
The 700 students enrolled reflect the diversity of cultural and social backgrounds within the local community. The school provides the breadth and diversity of programs for individuals at all levels. Rangeview demands and enjoys a highly dedicated and capable staff who are proactive and reflective in their orientation; an active and enthusiastic parent community; and an informed and committed School Council that is supported by its wide ranging and organised sub-committee structure. Significantly our students display considerable pride in our school and have high expectations of themselves and the way in which they achieve in all areas.
Our aim is to constantly strive to improve the learning outcomes for students in an atmosphere that is caring and supportive and in which successes are shared and celebrated. The focus on a growth mindset and learner agency continues into the next School Strategic Plan. The other two goals are to maximise learner growth in literacy and numeracy and to develop confident, resilient students equipped to thrive in the contemporary world.
The continued development of teaching pedagogy and practice with the integrated use of technology to support student learning and engagement. This has been the focus of the one to one BYO iPad program and an example of our innovative educational growth as a school.
Students experience a comprehensive curriculum inclusive of a range of extracurricular activities, including: student representative council, junior and senior school choir, school band, interschool sport, and school leadership programs. Additional lunchtime programs including Lego Club, Chess Club, Science Club and library activities offer opportunities for students to enhance their learning experiences.
Our students develop in an environment that respects them as individuals; has high expectations and accepted standards of behaviour, tolerance and co-operation. Student health and wellbeing is foremost in our thinking and support.
Selection Criteria SC1 Demonstrated experience in effective student record management, First aid assessment and care management.
SC2 Ability to work independently, and to provide advice and support to management in respect to the work area.
SC3 Demonstrated proficiency in the use of office systems, software or technical equipment as relevant to First Aid processes.
SC4 Demonstrated capacity to work cooperatively with a range of people including teachers, education support, students and parents.
SC5 Demonstrated commitment to professional learning and growth for both self and others, in the area of First Aid, with a current Level 2 First Aid qualification.
Role The role of the school's First Aid Officer is to work independently providing first aid for students / staff with an illness or injury and ensuring DET procedures and processes are followed. This position is also required to support the administration staff as directed with a responsibility to work co-operatively as part of the team, ensuring a productive and efficient workplace.
The working hours are between 9.00am - 3.30pm, one day per week during the school term. Undertakes routine tasks that are usually 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.
Work has little scope for deviation. Problems can usually be solved by reference to well documented procedures and instructions and clearly established practices. Deviation from established procedures will require reference to others for guidance and direction. Assistance is readily available when problems arise. An experienced employee at range 1 will exercise limited judgement within clearly defined guidelines and well established practices that relate specifically to the tasks performed.
Does not carry responsibility for the work of others. More experienced employees will provide basic guidance and advice to others relating to tasks within the work area.
An education support class position supports the educational services being provided to students, but must not include duties of teaching as defined in clause 2.6.1 of the Education and Training Reform Act 2006 (Vic) or its successor. Supervision of students cannot be required except where it is an integral part of the employee's position or involves supervision of students individually or in small groups, in controlled circumstances, where the responsibility for students remains clearly with a teacher.
Qualification requirements do not operate at range 1. Certification requirements may be required to legally perform specific tasks - e.g. driver's licence, first aid, safe food handling.
Responsibilities Typical duties of the First Aid Assistant:
Assess and administer first aid to students. Order, store, monitor and administer medication and medical supplies in accordance with the Drugs, Poisons and Controlled Substances legislation. Contact parents, emergency services, allied and community health as required. Liaise with teaching staff regarding any problems/queries about student's medical conditions. Refer to and liaise with other appropriate colleagues (e.g. Principal, SWO) and health professionals as appropriate. Maintain Accident/illness Register and enter data according to DE&T requirements. Prepare and maintain yard duty bumbags, first aid boxes for classrooms as well as excursion/camp first aid kits. Prepare and monitor first aid budget. Maintain first aid supplies, paper and stationery for health centre. Develop procedures and documentation in relation to First Aid duties. Maintain, enter and retrieve data from the school's computer system in relation to first aid. Print and update lists of students and their medical conditions. Liaise with the Student Enrolment Officer to ensure newly enrolled students' medical information is printed/collected and distributed to appropriate staff. Coordinate the distribution of medical care forms/action plans as required, following up with parents to ensure they are completed. Communicate with parents/guardians to ensure that students' medical information is correct and up to date. Maintain and update First Aid policies and procedures. Comply with Occupational Health and Safety regulations in work practices and in the maintenance of environment and equipment. Participate where appropriate in meetings relating to health and safety issues. Maintain confidentiality at all times. Maintain filing and archiving system in accordance with school procedures in relation to First Aid. Undertake clerical and word processing duties in support of the school's first aid. Additional duties as required by the Principal and/or Business Manager. 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 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.
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.
DE Values The department's employees commit to upholding the department's Values: Responsiveness, Integrity, Impartiality, Accountability, Respect, Leadership and Human Rights.
Other Information Please ensure that your application includes:
a resume including relevant experience as well as personal details (name, address and contact numbers, business and home) a section addressing the selection criteria and the requirements for application under the Who May Apply section names and contact numbers (telephone and email if possible) of two referees Please note that the selection panel may seek additional referees beyond those you name. Consistent with policy, we shall advise you if we will take this action.
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.
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