IT Technician - Fixed Term

Government schools; City of Melbourne; On-site; AUD 120,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Auburn High School, a leading Victorian government secondary school in Melbourne, is seeking an IT professional to lead and manage the school network and related ICT services. The role focuses on ensuring reliable IT infrastructure, security, and effective support for teaching and learning across all year levels.

The successful candidate will work within a dynamic team, contribute to strategic IT planning, and support staff with digital devices, software, and professional development as part of

Qualifications

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills for engaging with the school community.
• Demonstrated specialised knowledge of computer network systems, software and devices.
• Well developed organisational skills with ability to manage priorities and procedures.
• Proven ability to plan and administer the IT budget required for the school network.
• A commitment to ongoing professional learning and growth for self and others.

Responsibilities

• Ensure the effective functioning of the school network system.
• Evaluate and plan IT needs in alignment with the School Strategic Plan.
• Conduct training and instruction with respect to digital devices and software.
• Oversee the IT support team and coordinate ICT management activities.
• Keep abreast of DET IT initiatives and participate in PD.
• Prepare recommendations to the Principal and School Council on IT issues.
• Manage IT grants and related accountability requirements.
• Ensure safeguards for responsible device use and data management.
• Be accountable for performance of allocated IT tasks.

Skills

Communication skills

IT knowledge

Organisational skills

Budget management

Professional learning

Tools

Network management tools

Job description

Join Auburn High School: Where Excellence and Innovation Thrive

Auburn High School offers a unique academic and extra-curricular program that caters for a culturally and linguistically diverse student population. The school has an excellent reputation in the community as a welcoming and high-performing government school. The school has an SFO of 0.16 and an SFOE of 0.1143, considered a very high socio-economic demographic. The current student population is around 850, with enrolments projected to reach 950 in the next five years.

The unique school program is structured around several specialised programs that complement the Victorian Curriculum. Year 7-9 students have access to Selective Entry Accelerated Learning, French Bi-National or French Language Immersion programs. Year 10-12 students may select from VCE, VM, and the International Baccalaureate Diploma Program. Not only are their individual pathways for students, these programs provide opportunities for staff professional development.

Auburn High School is the only Victorian government secondary school offering a bilingual French education. The program has been designed to meet the requirements of both the Victorian and French governments (i.e., it meets the Victorian Curriculum requirements) and the French instruction officielles (AEFE). The depth of our school culture is also added to by our international student program. Over 60 students choose our school and play a significant role in broadening local students¿ perspectives.

Auburn High School is well-connected to its school community and is a school of choice for families and staff. Teaching and support staff who align with our values, are passionate about education and who are committed to high expectations are welcome to join our team. As a collective we are entering an exciting phase of the school¿s history with the current strategic plan (2024-2027) further enhancing of our current programs. Student outcomes, staff development, and student and staff school experience drive our strategy, and we encourage our whole community to be part of Auburn High¿s success.

Are you an enthusiastic leader and administrator eager to make a difference? Auburn High School invites you to apply to join our team. Our motto, "Thinking Beyond," reflects our dedication to exceptional student outcomes and continuous growth.

Location Profile

Join Auburn High School: Where Excellence and Innovation Thrive

Auburn High School offers a unique academic and extra-curricular program that caters for a culturally and linguistically diverse student population. The school has an excellent reputation in the community as a welcoming and high-performing government school. The school has an SFO of 0.16 and an SFOE of 0.1143, considered a very high socio-economic demographic. The current student population is around 850, with enrolments projected to reach 950 in the next five years.

The unique school program is structured around several specialised programs that complement the Victorian Curriculum. Year 7-9 students have access to Selective Entry Accelerated Learning, French Bi-National or French Language Immersion programs. Year 10-12 students may select from VCE, VM, and the International Baccalaureate Diploma Program. Not only are their individual pathways for students, these programs provide opportunities for staff professional development.

Auburn High School is the only Victorian government secondary school offering a bilingual French education. The program has been designed to meet the requirements of both the Victorian and French governments (i.e., it meets the Victorian Curriculum requirements) and the French instruction officielles (AEFE). The depth of our school culture is also added to by our international student program. Over 60 students choose our school and play a significant role in broadening local students¿ perspectives.

Auburn High School is well-connected to its school community and is a school of choice for families and staff. Teaching and support staff who align with our values, are passionate about education and who are committed to high expectations are welcome to join our team. As a collective we are entering an exciting phase of the school¿s history with the current strategic plan (2024-2027) further enhancing of our current programs. Student outcomes, staff development, and student and staff school experience drive our strategy, and we encourage our whole community to be part of Auburn High¿s success.

Are you an enthusiastic leader and administrator eager to make a difference? Auburn High School invites you to apply to join our team. Our motto, "Thinking Beyond," reflects our dedication to exceptional student outcomes and continuous growth.

• Core Values:Our school values of Diversity, Aspiration, Respect, and Excellence (DARE) guide our vibrant community.
• Dynamic Programs:From English and French to Arts and STEM, and Performing Arts to Sport, we offer extensive curriculum, and extra-curricular opportunities for students and staff.
• Unique Offerings:We are the only Victorian government school that offers French Specialist bilingual programs, a thriving international student program and VCE, VM, and International Baccalaureate Diploma Program.
• Collaborative and Innovative Environment
• High Expectations:Our staff teams work collaboratively and have high standards that are in line with those of our community.
• Professional Growth:We invest in staff development, collegiality, and collective efficacy to enhance our educational practices. Auburn High School values all staff and builds their capacity to meet our growing program. Career opportunities abound.

• Core Values:Our school values of Diversity, Aspiration, Respect, and Excellence (DARE) guide our vibrant community.
• Dynamic Programs:From English and French to Arts and STEM, and Performing Arts to Sport, we offer extensive curriculum, and extra-curricular opportunities for students and staff.
• Unique Offerings:We are the only Victorian government school that offers French Specialist bilingual programs, a thriving international student program and VCE, VM, and International Baccalaureate Diploma Program.
• Collaborative and Innovative Environment
• High Expectations:Our staff teams work collaboratively and have high standards that are in line with those of our community.
• Professional Growth:We invest in staff development, collegiality, and collective efficacy to enhance our educational practices. Auburn High School values all staff and builds their capacity to meet our growing program. Career opportunities abound.

Selection Criteria

• SC1 Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, including the capacity to develop constructive relationships with the administration team, staff ,students and other technical support work staff
• SC2 Demonstrated specialised knowledge of computer network systems, software and devices
• SC3 Well developed organisational skills, with a demonstrated ability for effective time management, establishment of priorities, procedures and guidelines relating to the work area
• SC4 Proven ability to plan and administer the IT budget required for the smooth running of the school network
• SC5 A commitment to regular & ongoing professional learning and growth for both self and others.

Role

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Range 3 is distinguished by the introduction of management responsibility and accountability for the delivery of professional support services. The role will usually impact beyond the work area or professional field. It seeks to gain cooperation of other staff members or members of the school community to achieve specific objectives, such as in school administration, operations or educational programs.

Direction on targets and goals is provided but the position will have some degree of latitude in determining how they are achieved. This latitude will generally be limited by standard procedures and school policy.Deviation from standard procedures and school policy will require guidance and direction from senior management.

The provision of business management responsibilities becomes a feature at range 3.Management of staff to achieve the expected outcomes is a key responsibility.Staff management issues will be resolved with minimal reference to senior management, although guidance will be required in more complex cases.Senior management will be provided with timely reports and advice, although this will generally be confined to matters relating to the immediate work area, service provision or educational program and is unlikely to impact substantially on whole of school operations.

This is the minimum range for positions that carry a mandatory qualification requirement of not less than four years.Professional student support positions become a feature at range 3 (e.g. therapists, psychologists) where standard professional services are delivered.Professional support and guidance will be close at hand and deviation from standard procedures and school policy will require guidance and direction from senior management.

An education support class position supports the educational services being provided to students, but must not include duties of teaching as defined in clause 2.6.1 of the Education and Training Reform Act 2006 (Vic) or its successor.Supervision of students cannot be required except where it is an integral part of the employee¿s position or involves supervision of students individually or in small groups, in controlled circumstances, where the responsibility for students remains clearly with a teacher.

Responsibilities

• Ensure the effective functioning of the school network system
• Evaluate and plan in the short and long term the IT needs of the school in relation to the School Strategic Plan and eLearning plan and inform the Principal
• Conduct training and instruction with respect to digital devices and software programs required to deliver educational outcomes. Record the training conducted and use this to plan for whole school training in IT
• Oversee the work of IT support team in the School. Conduct fortnightly meetings with TSSP technicians and send a record of minutes to ICT management team
• Contribute to the ICT management team, which meets once a term
• Keep abreast of DET initiatives in IT by attending appropriate PD
• Prepare recommendations to the Principal Class and school council on operational issues
• Manage IT grants and associated accountability requirements
• Ensure appropriate safeguards are in place to ensure responsible use of devices
• Be responsible for the management of the VASS system
• Be accountable for performance of allocated tasks
• Undertake other duties within this range as directed by the Principal

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

• Monday -Friday 8.30-4.36 pm (1.0)

• Lunch break: 30 minutes

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 http://www.education.vic.gov.au/hrweb/Pages/default.aspx