Job type: Part time / From 21/10/2024 - 26/01/2026
Organisation: Schools (Government)
Salary: Salary not specified
Occupation: Education and Training
Reference: 1438115
Location ProfileOfficer Specialist School is a purpose-built facility servicing the needs of students aged between 5-18, with mild to severe intellectual and associated disabilities in the shires of Cardinia and Casey; two of the fastest growing municipalities in Melbourne.
The school opened in 2014 and the student population has increased rapidly each year, requiring the recruitment of new staff and additions to our buildings and facilities.
School staff work in transdisciplinary teams that include teaching staff, allied health practitioners and education support staff to cater for the diverse range of student abilities and needs.
Our teaming approach also provides opportunities for staff to learn from one another and share expertise.
Officer Specialist School aims to create reflective and independent learners for life through a learning community that provides a challenging and secure environment responsive to individual learning needs.
Selection CriteriaSC1.
Demonstrated capacity to undertake routine and specialised teacher assistant support tasks across a range of work areas within a Special School environment.
SC2.
Demonstrated capacity to work co-operatively and communicate effectively within a team environment with a wide range of individuals including teachers, other support staff, therapists, parents and students.
SC3.
Demonstrated understanding of the principles of effective behaviour management for students with an intellectual disability who might exhibit severe challenging behaviours.
SC4.
Demonstrated experience and or willingness to give physical assistance with personal care/self-care responsibilities.
SC5.
Demonstrated understanding of intellectual disability and its impact on learning.
RoleAttendance during the school vacation period is not required for this position.
Performs and/or supervises tasks that are carried out in accordance with guidelines, accepted practice and school policy.
This may include the supervision and coordination of other education support class staff within the work area or educational program.
ResponsibilitiesAssist students on an individual or group basis in specific learning areas.Assist with the communication between students and teachers, particularly the interpretation of instructions.Provide basic physical and emotional care for students.Participate in team meetings.Assist with toileting, meals and lifting to students requiring special care where required.Provide medical intervention support that involves a specific medical condition approved by the Department.Assist with the supervision of pupils in playgrounds, at camps, on excursions, in sporting activities, therapy activities and life skills.Assist in the preparation of student resources and equipment.Prepare basic curriculum support resources.Set up and put away equipment and materials in support of teaching programs.Observe students and draw the attention of the teacher to them where necessary.Participate in the monitoring and evaluation of programs and evaluation of individual student involvement and achievement.Assist with communication between teachers and non-English speaking parents/students.Ensure work areas and materials, equipment and appliances are maintained in a clean and ready to use condition.Who May ApplyIndividuals with the aptitude, experience and/or qualifications to fulfill the specific requirements of the position.
EEO AND OHS CommitmentThe 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.
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.
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.Please ensure that your application includes:
a resume including relevant experience as well as personal details (name, address and contact numbers, business and home)a section addressing the selection criteria and the requirements for application under the Who May Apply sectionnames and contact numbers (telephone and email if possible) of three referees who are able to attest to the claims made in your application #J-18808-Ljbffr
