At a Glance
- Tasks: Support teachers and students in a vibrant classroom environment.
- Company: Waubra Primary School, a respected community-focused school.
- Benefits: Gain valuable experience in education and contribute to student growth.
- Other info: Join a supportive team dedicated to fostering lifelong learning.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in students' lives while developing your skills.
- Qualifications: Experience in education support and strong communication skills.
The predicted salary is between 46350 - 56650 $ per year.
Department of Education Victoria – Waubra VIC
To develop academically and socially confident students in an engaging learning environment, where they are inspired to reach their full potential.
Values
- Respect: Showing care and concern for self, others and property. (Be thoughtful)
- Excellence: In the achievement of individual and team goals. (Do your best.)
- Integrity: Of individuals in their words, actions and relationships. (Do the right thing.)
- Responsibility: For our words and actions. (Be in charge of yourself)
Mission
To provide support to motivate and stimulate our learners on their life-long learning journey.
Context
Waubra Primary School is a picturesque rural school located on the Sunraysia Highway, 32km north of Ballarat in a rural environment. The school has a committed, talented and professional staff with a positive range of skills and abilities. It has approximately 54 students and has been an important part of the community since its opening in 1869.
The Waubra school community expects that all children will reach their full academic and personal potential with the school providing appropriate curriculum programs and effective teaching practices. The key focus of the school is on Literacy and Numeracy, with classroom programs providing a broad curriculum across all key learning areas.
Students are offered extra curricula enrichment activities including sport, performing arts, instrumental music tuition, special days, the annual concert, excursions, incursions and camps. The use of technology to enhance student learning is a feature of the school.
IMPORTANT INFORMATION FOR APPLICANTS
- All applicants must be experienced and highly capable of teaching students of all learning levels.
- Applications MUST address the specified selection criteria.
- Applicants must make every attempt to lodge applications through Recruitment Online.
- Email applications will be accepted in rare cases where applicants are unable to access Recruitment Online.
Selection Criteria
- SC1: Demonstrated capacity to perform duties consistent with established guidelines and frameworks.
- SC2: Demonstrated capacity to work and collaborate with others in a team environment.
- SC3: Demonstrated capacity to communicate effectively in a team environment.
- 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.
- SC6: A commitment to professional learning and growth for both self and others.
Role
An education support class position at this range will perform tasks 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.
Responsibilities
- Provides routine support for teachers including assisting with planning of student routines.
- Supports communication between teachers and parents.
- Provides basic physical care and wellbeing support for students.
- Addresses immediate behavioural presentations relating to specific students within a classroom setting.
- Supports teachers in the coordination of educational programs independently or under minimal supervision.
- Provides medical intervention support to students under specific conditions.
- Provides specialised communication support for students and teachers in areas such as AUSLAN and braille.
Who May Apply
Individuals with the aptitude, experience and/or qualifications to fulfil 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.
Child Safe Standards
Victorian government schools are child safe environments. Our schools actively promote the safety and wellbeing of all students.
Conditions of Employment
All staff employed by the Department and schools have access to a broad range of employment conditions and working arrangements.
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Contact Details:
Department of Education Victoria Recruitment Team
