State Government Of Victoria, Australia | Learning Support - Disability Inclusion Program - Es1-2 - New School In Aintree

Learning Support - Disability Inclusion Program - ES1-2 - NEW SCHOOL IN AINTREE Job posted: 17/12/2024
Job duration: From 28/01/2025
Reference: 1459317
Occupation: Teacher
Salary Range: Salary not specified
Location Profile Would you like to be an Education Support Staff member of a new Victorian Government Secondary School opened in 2024 looking to expand in 2025?
Would you like the opportunity to:
Shape a brand-new school's culture Work in state-of-the-art facilities and resources Work in a collaborative and innovative environment Forge meaningful partnerships with parents, local businesses, and community organizations, creating a strong network of support for students and their education. Play a vital role in the establishment and growth of a brand-new school If you are, then the new Yarrabing Secondary College is looking for Education Support Staff to join the school.
About Us
Yarrabing Secondary College (formerly known as Aintree Secondary School (interim name)) will open day one of Term 1 in 2024 and provide the growing local population with great educational opportunities close to home. It will be able to enrol up to 550 students when the first stage of the school is complete. In its first year of operation, Yarrabing Secondary College will open to Year 7 students only, and progressively grow by one year level thereafter.
Yarrabing Secondary College is located approximately 30 kilometres west of Melbourne in the suburb of Aintree. When fully established, the school will have 1200 students enrolled from Year 7 to 12 and 130 school staff members.
Our school grounds are close to planned parklands, sporting facilities, and we are surrounded by a supportive community. Most students that will attend our school live locally and would tend to walk or ride their bike to school.
Our school will be culturally diverse with 60% of students having a language background other than English (LOTE) spoken in the family home, with the largest LOTE languages being Hindi and Punjabi. We are proud of our diversity and our inclusive school community.
We strive to provide a nurturing and challenging environment that empowers students to reach their personal best, both academically and socially.
Our Vision
Our vision is to empower our students by developing well-rounded, confident, and responsible individuals who have high expectations of themselves, and who aspire to achieve success through respect, responsibility, and collaboration.
Our Mission
Our mission is to be a safe, supportive environment that emphasizes motivation and self-discipline. Using 21st-century approaches, we provide students with the means to achieve their potential and we challenge our students to grow academically, socially, culturally, and emotionally. Collaboration and positive relationships will underpin all our work.
The successful applicant will play an instrumental role in the development and implementation of contemporary school processes to support the learning and wellbeing of all students across the school. This position is a fantastic opportunity for the right individual to help our school be the absolute best school it can be for students, staff, and the wider school community as our school continues to grow and thrive over the years ahead.
As an Education Support Staff member you will contribute to the collaborative planning, implementation, and evaluation of school processes and contribute to the school culture as a results-oriented collaborative professional learning community.
Education Support Staff will work collaboratively with colleagues and leadership to improve students' educational outcomes and to ensure that the school remains on a path of continuous improvement through the application of evidenced-based research.
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 This is a part-time position - 5 days per week in school terms - 8.45am to 3.15pm each day with a 30-minute lunch break.
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 (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 Provides 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 such as toileting, meals, and lifting Communicating with student/s to support comprehension of basic tasks and information Addresses immediate behavioural presentations relating to specific students within a classroom setting aligned to school policy and procedure Provides basic support and supervision for individuals or groups of up to 4 students within a classroom setting Supports teachers in the coordination of educational programs independently or under minimal supervision, including rostering and organising the work of a team of aides, providing routine co-ordination, guidance, and support to other student support staff, liaising with external providers of support services about clearly defined support needs and resources, assisting teachers with the communication of student outcomes and educational programs Provides medical intervention support to a student/s, under specific conditions, with appropriate training and guidance Provides specialised communication support for students and teachers in areas such as AUSLAN and braille 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. 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.
It is our policy to provide reasonable adjustments for persons with a disability.
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.
This is a part-time position working across 5 school days from 8:40am to 3:15pm with a 30-minute unpaid lunch break.
Applications must include:
A cover letter providing contact information including home address, email, and phone number. A CV with a summary of experience, qualifications, and your Working With Children Check (WWCC) number. Specific Key Selection Criteria response. The names, email addresses, and contact details for three referees. For ease of handling by the school, all documents (cover letter, CV, and key selection criteria responses) can be saved as one pdf and uploaded to Recruitment on Line. Please also ensure that your name is included in the header of each document.
All applicants should ensure that their personal profile on Recruitment Online is up to date.
Applicants seeking further information about the school or this position are encouraged to contact the Principal, Mr John Mitsinikos, prior to the closing date of applications on 03 7033 2444 or email
Conditions of Employment This vacancy is specifically linked to Student Support Funding and is ongoing. If the funding reduces or ceases during the first seven years of employment, employment may cease subject to the provision of at least 12 weeks' notice.
To apply for this role, you will be redirected to the Schools (Government) job application system.
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