Teacher Aide

Location: Melbourne | Northern Metropolitan
Job type: Part time / From 28/01/2025 - 26/01/2026
Organisation: Schools (Government)
Salary: Salary not specified
Occupation: Teacher
Reference: 1460092
Job posted: 19/12/2024
Closes: 01/01/2025
Selection 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.
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.ResponsibilitiesProvides 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 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:
Location ProfileBrunswick South Primary School is Victoria's first Italian bilingual school. We are a vibrant community, thriving on the lands of the Wurundjeri Woi-wurrung people, the Traditional Owners of the lands and waterways in the area now known as Merri-bek. Our reconciliation journey is one of curiosity, learning and understanding.
Community and inclusivity underpin our school culture. As a Respectful Relationships lead school, we support our young people in developing the social and emotional skills, as well as the academic skills they need to become engaged, active learners who will go on to make positive contributions to their communities.
Student voice and agency are highly valued. Learning is not a passive activity; it requires risk-taking and challenge, ownership and responsibility. These attributes are explicitly taught through our Social Emotional Learning program and are applied in all classes. Student Action Teams foster collaboration and community-mindedness, empowering students to transfer their learning to real-life applications.
We hold high expectations for every child and support their learning trajectory through engaging, evidence-based teaching strategies and having lots of fun along the way! Our carefully constructed curriculum and instructional models take into consideration what each student is ready to learn next. Our commitment to consistent best practice is evident in our outstanding literacy and numeracy outcomes, thanks to our dedicated staff and the pride they take in their work.
Our students are part of an innovative community of learners, with ours being one of 11 Designated Bilingual Schools in Victoria. All BSPS students undertake 50% of their learning through English and 50% through Italian. Bilingual education is proven to deliver excellent student outcomes in social, cultural, literacy, numeracy and thinking skills, regardless of their language background. Our graduates go on to their secondary schooling with the signature strengths of a BSPS primary education: curiosity, resilience, creativity and impressive critical thinking and problem-solving skills. In short, they are amazing learners!
Please contact us if you'd like to arrange a tour of our school. You're also welcome to visit our Facebook and Instagram pages.
To apply for this role, you will be redirected to the Schools (Government) job application system.

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