Teacher Aide (Ed Support Level 1-Range 2) Job posted: 03/05/2024
Job type: Part time / From 20/05/2024 - 20/12/2024
Organisation: Schools (Government)
Salary: Salary not specified
Occupation: Teacher
Reference: 1414131
Selection Criteria SC1 Demonstrated capacity to undertake education support tasks across the school environment.
SC2 Demonstrated capacity to provide support and/or attendant care to students.
SC3 Demonstrated capacity to work cooperatively with a range of people including teachers, education support, students and parents.
SC4 Demonstrated a commitment to professional learning and growth.
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 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.
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, 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 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 (see Workplace adjustment guidelines ).
Additional support and advice on the recruitment process is available to Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islanders from the Koorie Outcomes Division (KOD) via
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. 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. Information on the department values is available at:
Canadian Lead Primary School strives to nurture the potential of every child, enhancing their knowledge, skills and wellbeing, and promoting a positive and healthy approach to learning and life. The values of excellence, responsibility, respect and persistence underpin all activities in our school. Our school, located in Ballarat East, has an enrolment of 211 and further growth is expected.
Significant emphasis is placed on the building of strong skills in literacy and numeracy, in particular the Big 6 of Reading - oral language, phonemic awareness, phonics, vocabulary, fluency and comprehension. Our school is committed to using evidence-informed approaches to teaching. Instructional coaching is a key improvement strategy in 2024. We are a Professional Learning Community Link School, implementing data-driven inquiry cycles focused on improving student learning outcomes. In 2024 we will also be a Multi-Tiered Systems of Support pilot school, embedding a tiered approach to student learning and wellbeing. Teachers work closely together in units, planning and reviewing data together. Teamwork and a strong sense of collegiality are a feature of our school. We offer staff a number of middle-leadership opportunities and we are proud of our capacity to develop outstanding teachers alongside continual growth in learning for students.
We offer a comprehensive PE program, alongside weekly Music or Art and the teaching of Mandarin Chinese.
Our school also focuses on the emotional wellbeing of our students, using a range of evidence-informed wellbeing programs. We are a Berry Street Education Model school and in 2024 will undertake School Wide Positive Behaviour training.
Part time / From 20/05/2024 - 20/12/2024
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