Education Support Aide

Department of Education Victoria; Melbourne; On-site; AUD 55,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Department of Education Victoria is seeking an Education Support Class staff member to assist teachers, coordinate student routines and support wellbeing in a school setting. The role involves collaboration with staff and active involvement in educational programs to meet student needs.

Role requires effective communication, teamwork, and a commitment to ongoing professional learning, with duties performed under supervision in a school environment.

Qualifications

• Demonstrated capacity to perform duties consistent with established guidelines and frameworks.
• Ability to coordinate and support other education staff.
• Strong teamwork abilities.
• Effective oral and written communication skills.
• Possess the technical knowledge and expertise relevant to the position.
• A commitment to professional learning and growth for self and others.

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.
• Co-ordinates the support function and liaises with external providers about defined support needs and resources.
• Assists teachers with the coordination of educational programs and rostering as required.
• Provides medical intervention support to a student, under specific conditions, with appropriate training and guidance.

Skills

Teamwork

Communication

Coordination

Support to teachers

Job description

Department of Education Victoria is seeking an Education Support Class staff member to assist teachers, coordinate student routines and support wellbeing in a school setting. The role involves collaboration with staff and active involvement in educational programs to meet student needs.

Role requires effective communication, teamwork, and a commitment to ongoing professional learning, with duties performed under supervision in a school environment.