At a Glance
- Tasks: Support teachers and students in a vibrant classroom environment.
- Company: Coral Park Primary School, a community-focused educational institution.
- Benefits: Inclusive workplace, professional development, and opportunities for part-time roles.
- Other info: Join a diverse team committed to respect, responsibility, and resilience.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in students' lives while gaining valuable experience.
- Qualifications: Aptitude and experience in education support preferred.
The predicted salary is between 47250 - 57750 $ per year.
Location: Melbourne - Southern suburbs
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.
- SC7: Demonstrated ability and commitment to uphold Coral Park Primary School’s values: RESPECT, RESPONSIBILITY, DETERMINATION and RESILIENCE.
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.
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.
Who May Apply
Individuals with the aptitude, experience and/or qualifications to fulfill 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. 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, in accordance with their legal obligations including child safe standards.
Location Profile
Coral Park Primary School is located within the residential community of Hampton Park, approximately 10 kms southeast of Dandenong and 40 kms southeast of the Melbourne CBD. The school was established in 1991.
SCHOOL MISSION
Coral Park strives for achievement through its successful PLC structure and promotes its core values of Respect, Responsibility, Determination and Resilience.
VALUES
The school community values: Being Respectful, Responsible, Determined and Resilient.
FACILITIES
The school consists of the main building, which houses 10 classrooms, the library, the Arts Centre, staff and administration areas.
GROUNDS
The school grounds include a wide variety of playground facilities. We have a large oval, two soccer pitches, two basketball courts and large shaded play areas for both active and passive play.
ENROLMENTS/STAFF
The school has an enrolment of approximately 400 students and teaching staff of around 30.
PARENT INVOLVEMENT
Parent involvement is highly valued at Coral Park Primary School. We welcome parent involvement in all school activities including the school fundraising activities.
Further school information can be obtained on the school website at www.coralparkps.vic.edu.au
Applications close Wednesday 21 October 2026 at 11.59pm.
Integration Aide employer: Victorian Government
The Victorian Government offers a supportive and inclusive work environment for Integration Aides and Literacy Intervention staff in the Melbourne Northern Suburbs, where employees are encouraged to grow professionally and contribute to meaningful educational outcomes. With a strong commitment to diversity and inclusion, the department fosters a culture of collaboration and respect, ensuring that all staff feel valued and empowered to make a difference in students' lives. Additionally, the ongoing nature of this role provides stability and the opportunity to develop essential skills in a dynamic educational setting.
