Job duration: From 28/01/2025
Reference: 1450317
Occupation: Education and Training
Salary Range: Salary not specified
Selection CriteriaSC1 Demonstrated awareness and understanding of the issues encountered by students, identify and respond effectively to students experiencing a range of challenges.SC2 Demonstrated understanding of relevant wellbeing programs and practices, to help develop and deliver programs focused on social skills, resilience and increased student attendance.SC3 Demonstrated commitment to fostering a positive and inclusive school culture and strengthening family and community partnerships.SC4 Demonstrated knowledge of policies relating to the Child Safe Standards and 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 coordination 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 Youth Worker will be a crucial part of the school's wellbeing team, providing support and guidance to primary school students. Their work will focus on prevention and early intervention, and they will develop and implement programs aimed at enhancing students' social skills, emotional resilience, and mental health. The role involves working closely with students, families, school staff and external services.
The key roles of the Youth Worker may include, but are not limited to:
Work collaboratively with the Mental Health and Wellbeing Leader (MHWL), social worker, ES, intervention staff, and parents to create a supportive environment for students.Collaborate and communicate with the MHWL and staff to ensure a coordinated approach to student wellbeing.Addresses immediate behavioural presentations relating to specific students within and outside the classroom setting aligned to school policy and procedure. Triaging incidents and referring to the principal class as required.Provide one-on-one and group support to students, helping them navigate emotional, social, and behavioral challenges.Deliver programs that target specific groups of students, through play times at specific areas within the school.Develop and deliver programs and workshops on social skills, resilience, trauma informed practices, bullying prevention, and emotional regulations.Competency in scheduling and timetabling.Proficiency and capacity to utilise the Google Suite.Ability to work within established guidelines, to self-manage time and problem solve issues that may arise.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.
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.
The department's employees commit to upholding the department's Values: Responsiveness, Integrity, Impartiality, Accountability, Respect, Leadership and Human Rights.
Should you have further queries regarding the position, please contact the school on 03 8768 6700.
To apply for this role, you will be redirected to the Schools (Government) job application system.
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