Education Support Coordinator

Government schools; Geelong; On-site; AUD 60,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Government schools in Geelong invites applications for an Education Support class position. The role supports students and teachers under supervision, coordinates tasks, and maintains collaboration with staff and families.

The role emphasises communication, adherence to established guidelines, and delivery of practical student support services. A three-year qualification and commitment to ongoing professional learning are expected.

Qualifications

• SC1: Demonstrated capacity to perform duties within guidelines, coordinating and supporting others.
• SC2: Demonstrated capacity to work and collaborate in a team environment.
• SC3: Demonstrated capacity to communicate effectively in a team, with strong oral and written skills.
• SC4: Possess the technical knowledge and expertise relevant to the position.
• SC5: Demonstrated capacity to provide advice and support to management and staff.
• SC6: Commitment to professional learning and growth for self and others.

Responsibilities

• Provides routine support for teachers including planning of student routines.
• Supports communication between teachers and parents.
• Communicates with teachers on routine matters related to students and responsibilities.
• Provides basic physical care and wellbeing support for students such as toileting, meals, and lifting.
• Engages with students to support comprehension of tasks and information.
• Addresses behavioural presentations aligned to school policy and procedure.
• Coordinates, supports, and supervises a team of aides under supervision.
• Delivers medical intervention support under prescribed conditions with training.
• Provides specialised communication support (e.g., AUSLAN, braille).

Skills

Team collaboration

Communication

Advice and support

Guidelines compliance

Professional learning

Work coordination

Education

Three-year qualification

Job description

Government schools in Geelong invites applications for an Education Support class position. The role supports students and teachers under supervision, coordinates tasks, and maintains collaboration with staff and families.

The role emphasises communication, adherence to established guidelines, and delivery of practical student support services. A three-year qualification and commitment to ongoing professional learning are expected.