Classroom and Student Support & Administration Support in Melbourne

Demonstrated capacity to support student learning and engagement through the implementation of teacher-directed instructional programs, including the ability to work effectively with individual students and small groups to support diverse learning needs.

Demonstrated understanding of student wellbeing, positive behaviour support and inclusive education practices, with the ability to build positive relationships and assist students to develop their social, emotional and self-regulation skills.

Demonstrated ability to undertake a range of administrative and clerical duties efficiently and accurately, including maintaining records, managing information, using relevant digital systems and prioritising tasks to support the effective operation of a school.

Demonstrated high-level communication and interpersonal skills, including the ability to establish and maintain positive, professional relationships with students, families, colleagues and the wider school community, while maintaining confidentiality and exercising sound judgement.

Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively as part of a multidisciplinary school team, follow established policies and procedures, exercise initiative within the scope of the role and demonstrate flexibility, reliability and a commitment to ongoing professional learning.

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.

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

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.

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.

The department's employees commit to upholding the department's Values: Responsiveness, Integrity, Impartiality, Accountability, Respect, Leadership and Human Rights.

Wallaroo Primary School, located in the Southern Peninsula region, is dedicated to fostering a nurturing and stimulating educational environment. Our team of 18 staff members includes 2 Principal class staff, Principal and Assistant Principal, 6 teachers, 7 Education Support Staff and Business Manager. We currently educate 75 students, with 22 students receiving Tier 3 funding through the Disability Inclusion Program.

Our school is proud to have 20 students who identify as Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander. At Wallaroo Primary School, we create a caring atmosphere where children develop a sense of responsibility and actively engage in their learning. Guided by our core values, 'Be Safe', 'Be Respectful', and 'Be Your Best', we provide a robust learning environment.