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Government schools; Melbourne; On-site; AUD 55,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Hillsmeade Primary School seeks an Education Support Class member to assist with health, wellbeing and educational support tasks within our school environment. The role works under supervision and may coordinate other support staff within the educational program, ensuring duties align with school policy.

The position focuses on delivering health and wellbeing services, supporting teachers, and maintaining data and administrative processes, while upholding the Education and Training Reform Act

Qualifications

• Demonstrated ability to perform duties consistent with established guidelines and frameworks.
• Ability to work and collaborate with others in a team environment.
• Demonstrated capacity to communicate effectively in a team environment, including high level oral and written communication skills.
• Possess the technical knowledge and expertise relevant to the position.
• Demonstrated capacity to provide advice and support to management and other school staff.
• A commitment to professional learning and growth for both self and others.

Responsibilities

• Supports the first aid facilities and assists in delivering first aid to students.
• Undertakes administrative procedures associated with health, counselling, wellbeing and therapeutic services to a school; health assessments; wellbeing education and promotion programs; provision of follow‑up service for students; management of medical alerts.

Skills

Guidelines adherence

Teamwork

Communication

Technical knowledge

Advisory support

Professional learning

Job description

SC1 Demonstrated capacity to perform duties consistent with established guidelines and frameworks, including coordinating and supporting others in respect to specific work functions relevant to the role.

SC2 Demonstrated capacity to work and collaborate with others in a team environment.

SC3 Demonstrated capacity to communicate effectively in a team environment, including high level oral and written communication skills.

SC4 Possess the technical knowledge and expertise relevant to the position.

SC5 Demonstrated capacity to provide advice and support to management and other school staff in respect to the work area.

SC6 A commitment to professional learning and growth for both self and others.

Selection Criteria

SC1 Demonstrated capacity to perform duties consistent with established guidelines and frameworks, including coordinating and supporting others in respect to specific work functions relevant to the role.

SC2 Demonstrated capacity to work and collaborate with others in a team environment.

SC3 Demonstrated capacity to communicate effectively in a team environment, including high level oral and written communication skills.

SC4 Possess the technical knowledge and expertise relevant to the position.

SC5 Demonstrated capacity to provide advice and support to management and other school staff in respect to the work area.

SC6 A commitment to professional learning and growth for both self and others.

Role

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An 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 co-ordination 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, specialisedstudent/teacher support tasks, or technical tasks as experience in the role is gained.

Responsibilities

• Supports the first aid facilities and assists in delivering first aid to students
• Undertakes administrative procedures associated with:
  • delivery of various health, counselling, wellbeing and therapeutic services to a school(s)
  • health assessments
  • delivery of health and wellbeing education and promotion programs in collaboration with school community
  • provision of follow‑up service for students
  • medical alerts and specific medical conditions

Who May Apply

Individuals with the aptitude, experience and/or qualifications to fulfill the specific requirements of the position.

Diversity and Inclusion

The department is committed to diversity and inclusion and developing a workforce that is representative of the community we service. We value diversity and inclusion in all forms - culture, gender, religion, ethnicity, LGBTIQA+, disability and neurodiversity. Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander candidates are strongly encouraged to apply for roles within the Department.The Department recognises that the provision of safe, respectful and inclusive workplaces is essential to high performance and promotes flexible work and diversity across all schools and Department workplaces.It is our policy to provide reasonable adjustments for staff with disability (seeWorkplace adjustment guidelines).

Additional support and advice on the recruitment process is available to Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander candidates from the Koorie Outcomes Division (KOD) via*******@education.vic.gov.au

Applicants 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.

Child Safe Standards

Victorian 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. All schools have a Child Safety Code of Conduct consistent with the department's exemplar available at:

https://www2.education.vic.gov.au/pal/child-safe-standards/policy

DE Values

The department's employees commit to upholding the department's Values: Responsiveness, Integrity, Impartiality, Accountability, Respect, Leadership and Human Rights. The department's Values complement each school's own values and underpin the behaviours the community expects of Victorian public sector employees,including those who work in Victorian Government Schools. Information on the department values is available at:

https://www2.education.vic.gov.au/pal/values-department-vps-school-employees/overview

Other Information

• All 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.
• Detailed information on all terms and conditions of employment is available on the Department's Human Resources website at https://www2.education.vic.gov.au/pal

Conditions of Employment

• All 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.
• Detailed information on all terms and conditions of employment is available on the Department's Human Resources website at https://www2.education.vic.gov.au/pal

Location Profile

Hillsmeade Primary School is located in Narre Warren South, approximately 52 kilometres south‑east of Melbourne. We are a large and vibrant learning community, with an enrolment of approximately 722 students, committed to continual growth and excellence in both learning and wellbeing.

Our vision is to continually grow and learn together by supporting individual abilities, striving for excellence in academic achievement, celebrating diverse backgrounds and cultures, and developing global citizens prepared for an ever‑changing society. This vision underpins all aspects of school life and is brought to life through our core values of Kindness, Respect and Resilience, which are embedded across our teaching, learning and wellbeing practices.

Hillsmeade is a proudly diverse school community, with 38% of students having English as an Additional Language and a small percentage of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander students. We value inclusion and ensure every student is supported within a safe, supportive and stimulating environment where they are encouraged to reach their full potential. Our commitment to continuous improvement is reflected in strong student outcomes and positive staff and community feedback, including high levels of endorsement in both staff and parent opinion surveys.

We provide a wide range of opportunities to enrich student learning, including leadership programs, interschool sport, camps, excursions and extra‑curricular experiences. Our Early Learning Centre, rated Exceeding, offers 3‑ and 4‑year‑old kindergarten and long day care, while our Out of School Hours Care program further supports families. Strong partnerships with our community, including an active School Council and a joint‑use agreement with the City of Casey, enhance opportunities for students and families.

Hillsmeade Primary School has a highly skilled and collaborative workforce, including Principal class, leadership, teaching and education support staff, all committed to delivering high-quality teaching and learning. We foster a culture of collaboration, professional growth and collective responsibility for student success.

Hillsmeade Primary School is a child safe organisation. We are committed to providing a child‑friendly environment where children feel safe, are empowered, and have their voices heard in decisions that affect them. We have zero tolerance for child abuse and actively promote the safety and wellbeing of all students.

At Hillsmeade, students, staff and families feel welcomed, included and proud to be part of our school community.