Education Support: Classroom Aide & Program Coordinator

Government schools; City of Melbourne; On-site; AUD 60,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Lyndhurst Primary School in Victoria is seeking an Education Support role to assist teachers, coordinate routines and support student wellbeing according to school policy.

The role involves supervising small groups, coordinating tasks, and assisting with educational programs under supervision. A focus on communication with families and providing specialised student support is essential.

Qualifications

• SC1: Demonstrated capacity to perform duties in line with guidelines and frameworks.
• SC2: Ability to work and collaborate in a team.
• SC3: Strong oral and written communication; provide examples.
• SC4: Possess technical knowledge related to the position; provide examples.
• SC5: Ability to advise and support management and staff with examples.
• SC6: Commitment to ongoing professional learning and growth.

Responsibilities

• Provides routine support for teachers including planning student routines.
• Supports communication between teachers and parents.
• Communicates with teachers on routine matters related to students.
• Provides basic physical care and wellbeing support for students (toileting, meals, lifting).
• Communicates with students to support understanding of tasks.
• Addresses behavioural presentations aligned to school policy.
• Provides supervision for up to 4 students in a classroom setting.
• Coordinates educational programs and rostering; supports staff and liaises with external providers.
• Provides medical intervention support under guidance.
• Provides Auslan/braille support for students and teachers.

Skills

Guidelines adherence

Team collaboration

Communication skills

Technical knowledge

Advice to management

Professional learning

Job description

Lyndhurst Primary School in Victoria is seeking an Education Support role to assist teachers, coordinate routines and support student wellbeing according to school policy.

The role involves supervising small groups, coordinating tasks, and assisting with educational programs under supervision. A focus on communication with families and providing specialised student support is essential.