Behaviour Analyst in Melbourne

At our safe and supportive school, we work in teams to support our staff and students to create meaningful life-long impact. Manorvale Primary School was established in 1983 and is located on the Werribee River. The school is predominantly English speaking but also contains students from a range of cultural backgrounds including refugee and asylum-seeking families. 30% of students come from non-English speaking backgrounds, including refugee students. 45 of our students are indigenous Australians.

The school continues to use and examine data to inform and guide teacher practice. The school is undergoing a transformation process where we have embedded the principles of the Science of Learning, guided by Rosenshine, resulting in a calm and consistent learning environment. We are a mainstream primary school that welcomes all neighbourhood children to enrol and operates with an inclusive mindset to reduce barriers and provide access to learning.

We are seeking a team member who is enthusiastic about contributing to a school community that embraces innovation, continuous improvement, and a deep commitment to every learner’s success. The role will focus on supporting the development of our teams in embedding high-quality pedagogy aligned with our vision for our school.

Selection Criteria

• Professional Knowledge and Experience: Demonstrated knowledge and experience in positive behaviour support and working with children or adolescents with disability and additional needs.
• Observation and Reasonable Adjustments: Demonstrated ability to observe and analyse student behaviour within context and recommend proactive, positive adjustments.
• Documentation and Disability Inclusion: Ability to prepare clear professional documentation outlining student functional needs and recommended supports.
• Communication and Collaboration: High-level communication skills to work collaboratively with students, staff, families, and other professionals.
• Organisation and Professional Practice: Ability to work independently, manage competing priorities, and maintain accurate professional records.

Role

The Complex Behaviour Support ES will work under the direction of the Principal, Assistant Principal, and Leading Teacher to create a positive climate for learning focusing on student wellbeing, staff capacity building, and managing complex behaviours.

Skills and Capabilities:

• Demonstrated successful experience working with students with complex behaviours.
• Well-developed oral and written communication skills.
• A willingness to learn new techniques and approaches.
• Capacity to use evidence-based practices to assess, plan, and implement behaviour support plans.

Responsibilities

• Provides routine support for teachers including assisting with planning of student routines.
• Supports communication between teachers and parents.
• Addresses immediate behavioural presentations relating to specific students.
• Provides basic support and supervision for individuals or groups of students.
• Assists staff with data collection and development of strategies.

Diversity and Inclusion

The department is committed to diversity and inclusion and developing a workforce that is representative of the community we service. Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander candidates are strongly encouraged to apply.

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.