Education Support Assistant in Melbourne

Banyan Fields Primary School is located in Carrum Downs. Our student population has been declining slowly over the past few years, with an expected enrolment of approximately 500 in 2026. We have an SFOE of 0.4171, which indicates a medium socio-economic profile.

In 2024, Banyan Fields Primary School’s Performance Rating was evaluated as Improving. In 2025, a higher proportion of the students reported that they feel connected to the school (78%), they have an advocate at school (93%), and that they haven’t experienced bullying (92%) than in the previous five years. Approximately 4% of our students identify as Aboriginal, 33% are included on the NCCD, and a Disability Inclusion Profile has been completed for 8%.

Our staffing profile is made up of approximately 70 individuals. We have well maintained physical facilities, which include our recently refurbished STEAM Centre.

At Banyan Fields Primary School, our vision for learning and wellbeing is grounded in our four core values: Tenacity, Equity, Synergy, and Stewardship (TESS). We have a school mascot, TESS the Turtle, who reminds us that Together We Thrive. These values shape every aspect of our teaching, learning, and community connections.

The team at Banyan Fields Primary School embed the balanced approach between Learning and Wellbeing, as presented in FISO 2.0. We have begun to unpack and implement the Victorian Teaching and Learning Model 2.0 with the focus to now on Positive Classroom Management Strategies and the Element of Learning.

• Tenacity – We try, we learn, we never give up. We empower our students to develop persistence, courage, and determination in their learning. With high expectations for all, students are challenged to set goals, overcome barriers, and celebrate growth. Through the Berry Street Education Model (BSEM), students build stamina, emotional regulation and focus to engage deeply with learning tasks.
• Equity – We include, we support, we respect. At Banyan Fields, equity means fairness, access, and opportunity for every learner, staff member, and parent. Our Multi-Tiered System of Supports (MTSS) ensures differentiated teaching and targeted wellbeing strategies that meet diverse student needs.
• Synergy – We listen, we learn, we grow together. Synergy highlights the power of collaboration across our community. Our Professional Learning Communities (PLCs) provide a structured process for teachers to work together, analyse data, and design effective instruction.
• Stewardship – We care for people, places, and possibilities. Stewardship reflects our role as caretakers of our community and our environment. We are committed to making decisions that prioritise the wellbeing of students, families, staff, and the future of our school.

In summary, Banyan Fields Primary School is a learning community where Tenacity drives persistence, Equity ensures fairness, Synergy fosters collaboration, and Stewardship safeguards our collective future.

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.

Responsibilities

• Provides routine support for teachers including assisting with planning of student routines.
• Supports communication between teachers and parents.
• Communicates with teachers on routine matters related to students and/or other responsibilities.
• Provides basic physical care and wellbeing support for students such as toileting, meals, and lifting.
• Addresses immediate behavioural presentations relating to specific students within a classroom setting aligned to school policy and procedure.
• Provides basic support and supervision for individuals or groups of up to 4 students within a classroom setting.
• Supports teachers in the coordination of educational programs independently or under minimal supervision.
• Provides medical intervention support to a student/s, under specific conditions, with appropriate training and guidance.
• Provides specialised communication support for students and teachers in areas such as AUSLAN and braille.

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.

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.