Location: Melbourne | Northern Metropolitan
Job type: Full time / From 28/01/2025
Organisation: Schools (Government)
Salary: Salary not specified
Occupation: Administration/Secretarial
Reference: 1458384
Location Profile Bethal Primary School is situated in Meadow Heights in the northern suburbs of Melbourne. Our enrolment of approximately 300 students is made up of students from diverse multicultural backgrounds which we embrace and celebrate. Our caring and inclusive school community takes pride in offering a child centred education based on our core values of respect, collaboration and perseverance. These values are fundamental to our school programs and expectations.
A comprehensive curriculum is offered to all students from Foundation to Year 6. Emphasis is placed on developing and implementing a differentiated program for all students. We have established a culture of continuous improvement at the school where professional development and ongoing learning is important to the school community.
Some unique features of our school are an on-site Kindergarten to enable a smooth transition into school, a Spanish language program taught from Foundation to Year 6, and an instrumental music program. Our other specialist programs include visual art, physical education and music.
Connecting with the community is central to the school's philosophy and we have established an active Community Hub which offers many programs to engage families. We encourage parents to take an active role in their child's education by developing a positive home/school partnership. An Arabic Multi-Cultural Aide, Teacher Aides and Integration Aides provide classroom support and vital links with the local community.
Our school Code of Conduct is based on rights, responsibilities and logical consequences. The school's aim is for all students to take increasing responsibility for their learning and behaviour. The whole school approach to student behaviour management ensures a strong sense of orderliness, respect and safety in the classroom and playground.
The community can be proud of the school and the professionalism and dedication of all staff members in providing the best possible education.
Selection Criteria SC1: 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.
Role An 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 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 the coordination of the support function. Supervised health and wellbeing support tasks, medical intervention support tasks, or other specialised student/teacher support roles. These roles require specific qualifications and/or training, including roles where further training must be undertaken from time to time. 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. Responsibilities Provide routine clerical or other administrative support responsibilities including general telephone, front office enquiries, mail deliveries, assisting with stock control, supporting organisation of meetings, receiving and initial processing of standard paperwork. Maintain, enter and retrieve data from the school's IT systems, including computerised student, staff and school records. Maintain and update office records, enrolment data, diary records, and basic written records. Support or coordinate the preparation of standard routine internal and external communication according to school procedures (e.g. form letters, newsletters). Source basic data or factual information from given sources to support school administrative functions. Coordinate the delivery of administrative services within the school. In consultation with the principal, determine and manage work priorities within the school office. Develop and implement strategies to ensure effective administration procedures. Coordinate the implementation of requisitioning, purchasing and issuing procedures. Manage client reception and office operations. Liaise with school staff in regard to support requirements. Coordinate staff timetabling. Undertakes VASS and/or VET administration support. Supports the first aid facilities and assists in delivering first aid to students. Who May Apply Individuals with the aptitude, experience and/or qualifications to fulfill the specific requirements of the position.
EEO AND OHS Commitment Applicants 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.
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.
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