At a Glance
- Tasks: Support teachers and students in a dynamic classroom environment.
- Company: Delacombe Primary School, a vibrant community-focused school.
- Benefits: Flexible work hours, professional development, and a supportive team culture.
- Other info: Join a diverse and inclusive workplace that values every individual.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in students' lives while gaining valuable experience.
- Qualifications: Aptitude for education support and teamwork skills required.
The predicted salary is between 37800 - 46200 $ per year.
Demonstrated capacity to perform duties consistent with established guidelines and frameworks and supporting others in respect to specific duties relevant to the role.
Demonstrated capacity to work, communicate and collaborate with others in a team environment.
Possess the knowledge and expertise relevant to the position.
Demonstrated commitment to professional development.
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. A role at this range may include:
- Specific support tasks to achieve outcomes.
- 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.
- Technical tasks that require a sound knowledge of basic technical and/or scientific principles.
- Routine technical support in libraries, science, and information technology.
Responsibilities may include:
- 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.
- Communicating with student/s to support comprehension of basic tasks and information.
- 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.
Individuals with the aptitude, experience and/or qualifications to fulfil the specific requirements of the position are encouraged to apply.
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.
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.
The department's employees commit to upholding the department's Values: Responsiveness, Integrity, Impartiality, Accountability, Respect, Leadership and Human Rights.
Delacombe Primary School is situated in the southwest corner of Ballarat and services a growing residential area. The school grounds include adventure play equipment, sandpits, grassed areas, soccer and basketball courts and a full sized cricket/football oval.
Educators at our school support our students to succeed and support their individual needs with an explicit teaching Literacy and Numeracy program.
We welcome all prospective applicants who share our school values to join our team.
Teacher Aide in Ballarat employer: Government schools
As a Learning Specialist at our school, you will join a vibrant and supportive community dedicated to fostering excellence in teaching and learning. We offer a collaborative work culture that prioritises professional development, allowing you to grow your skills while making a meaningful impact on student outcomes. Located in a diverse area, our school values inclusivity and provides a safe environment for both staff and students, ensuring that everyone can thrive.
