At a Glance
- Tasks: Support teachers and students in a collaborative classroom environment.
- Company: Grasmere Primary School, committed to inclusivity and student success.
- Benefits: Flexible work arrangements and professional development opportunities.
- Other info: Join a diverse team dedicated to creating a safe and supportive learning environment.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in students' lives while gaining valuable experience.
- Qualifications: Experience or qualifications in education support preferred.
The predicted salary is between 47250 - 57750 $ per year.
Location: Barwon South West - Warrnambool
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.
Role
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.
A role at this range may include:
- Specific support tasks to achieve outcomes, typically involving accountability for a single function or the coordination of a work area under the direction of the principal or a manager.
- 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 requiring specific qualifications and/or training.
- Technical tasks that require a sound knowledge of basic technical and/or scientific principles.
- Routine technical support in libraries, science, and information technology.
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.
- 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.
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 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.
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.
Our Vision at Grasmere PS is to create collaborative learning communities that embed our core values of Respect, Resilience, Inclusion and Gratitude into every aspect of teaching, learning and relationships, ensuring all students are supported to achieve success.
Integration Teacher Aide employer: State Government of Victoria, Australia
Viewbank College is an exceptional employer, offering a supportive and inclusive work environment that prioritises professional growth and collaboration among staff. Located in the vibrant City of Banyule, the College fosters a strong sense of community and respect for diversity, while providing access to outstanding facilities and resources that enhance teaching and learning experiences. With a commitment to high-quality education and a focus on student wellbeing, teachers at Viewbank College can expect meaningful engagement and opportunities to make a significant impact on students' lives.
Contact Details:
State Government of Victoria, Australia Recruitment Team
