Location: Melbourne | Southern Metropolitan
Job type: Part time / From 07/10/2024 - 20/12/2025
Organisation: Schools (Government)
Salary: Salary not specified
Occupation: Education and Training
Reference: 1436856
Selection CriteriaDemonstrated ability to cater for students with additional needs in the pool (Experience with working with students with specialist needs, previous experience in teaching water safety, and successful teaching of swimming preferred but not mandatory)Demonstrated ability to provide a safe environment in the pool(s)Demonstrated communication strategies that are effective in the pool environmentDemonstrated ability to report individual student participation, progress, and performance in the poolDemonstrated ability with OH&S issues related to the swimming poolMandatory Qualifications Current Aust swim accreditation
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.
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.
ResponsibilitiesThe responsibilities of this position will be:
Instruct students in water safety as outlined in AustswimProvide a safe environment where students feel confident to learn new skillsInstruct students in survival procedures and strokes as well as each of the four competitive strokesProvide stimulation, stretching, and relaxation for students with complex needsMaintain a relaxed and stimulating lesson while not compromising student safetyAssist with dressing of students before and after lessonsRecognise and plan for individual students' differences, backgrounds, abilities, and learning stylesSet realistic and achievable goals for each student in consultation with members of the SSG (Teachers, Therapists, and Parents).Manage student behaviour and welfare in accordance with the school's policies and practicesEnsure the safety of all students in the pool by maintaining constant visual surveillance of studentsKeep accurate and appropriate records for individual studentsWrite appropriate reports using the school's report writing system at two reporting times during the academic yearCommunicate with teachers and therapists concerning individual student needsAssist the Occupational Therapist and/or Physiotherapist in the running of HydrotherapyKeep the pool chemicals, temperature, cleanliness at appropriate levelsProvide other duties as directed by the Principal.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 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.
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 in the school environment, in accordance with their legal obligations including child safe standards.
All schools have a Child Safety Code of Conduct consistent with the department's exemplar available at:
The department's employees commit to upholding the department's Values: Responsiveness, Integrity, Impartiality, Accountability, Respect, Leadership and Human Rights.
The department's Values complement each school's own values and underpin the behaviours the community expects of Victorian public sector employees, including those who work in Victorian Government Schools.
Hampton East School is a co-educational School that caters for a diverse range of students.
Our school is for students aged 5 to 18 with a mild to moderate Intellectual Disability and provides individualised learning for all students.
We believe that all students have skills and abilities that will enable them to work, volunteer and add value to the community.
Hampton East School provides a caring and friendly environment, which is safe, calm, orderly and positive, allowing our students to thrive.
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