Job DescriptionLocation: North West Region | SunburyJob type: Part time / From 29/01/2025 - 28/01/2027Organisation: Schools (Government)Salary: Salary not specifiedOccupation: Education and TrainingReference: 1452028Selection 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.SC7 Demonstrated commitment and experience in the field of Special Education.RoleAn 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 co-ordination 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.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.ResponsibilitiesProvides routine support for teachers including assisting with planning of student routinesSupports communication between teachers and parentsCommunicates with teachers on routine matters related to students and/or other responsibilitiesProvides basic physical care and wellbeing support for students such as toileting, meals, and liftingCommunicating with student/s to support comprehension of basic tasks and informationAddresses immediate behavioural presentations relating to specific students within a classroom setting aligned to school policy and procedureProvides basic support and supervision for individuals or groups of up to 4 students within a classroom settingSupports 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 programsProvides medical intervention support to a student/s, under specific conditions, with appropriate training and guidanceProvides specialised communication support for students and teachers in areas such as AUSLAN and brailleWho May ApplyIndividuals with the aptitude, experience and/or qualifications to fulfill the specific requirements of the position.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 and induction and support programs provided.Location ProfileSunbury and Macedon Ranges Specialist School is a dual mode school with two campuses, a campus in Sunbury and a second campus in Bullengarook. Currently we have 275 students enrolled across both campuses.Approximately 45% of our students have a diagnosis of autism combined with an intellectual disability. Additionally, many students have other diagnoses, which may include physical disabilities, social and emotional disorders, vision and hearing impairments, and complex medical needs.We are dedicated to empowering students with intellectual disabilities by fostering their independence through the development of social skills, communication, and mobility.The school has experienced consistent annual student growth and has a ceiling off 288 students.
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