Ed Support Level 1-Range 2 - Reading Intervention

Job Description

Schools (Government) Applications close Tuesday 11 February 2025 at 11.59PM Overview Work type: Part time Salary: Salary not specified Grade: Ed Support Level 1-Range 2 Occupation: Education and Training Location: Murrindindi Reference: 1463132Selection 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. 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 in respect to the work area. 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. Certification and/or qualifications of up to three years can be required at this level (noting that Registered Nurse is not included at this level, the first level for which is Level 1 range 3). A role at this range may include: Specific support tasks to achieve outcomes. Typically, this will involve accountability for a single function, (e.g. ensuring data is properly maintained) or the co-ordination 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 (e.g. enrolled nurses performing the role as described in schedule 3). These roles require specific qualifications and/or training, including roles where further training must be undertaken from time to time. The role is for a specific purpose, for which there will be direct accountability as opposed to support roles that are carried out by a range of staff performing routine tasks under direction. Technical tasks that require a sound knowledge of basic technical and/or scientific principles that are used to develop and adapt work methods and make judgements where there are clear guidelines and limited options. Routine technical support in libraries, science, and information technology would be typical examples. An education support class position at this range commencing at the base will initially be limited to undertaking routine tasks that are carried out under close supervision and direction. Work that carries some degree of independence will generally involve a limited number of tasks performed on a regular basis where priorities are clear, procedures are well established, and direction is readily available. Subject to any specific qualification and/or training requirement, an education support class employee employed in this range may be progressively required to undertake coordination, specialised student/teacher support tasks, or technical tasks as experience in the role is gained. 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, including rostering and organising the work of a team of aides, providing routine co-ordination, guidance, and support to other student support staff, liaising with external providers of support services about clearly defined support needs and resources, assisting teachers with the communication of student outcomes and educational programs 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. EEO AND OHS Commitment Applicants seeking part-time employment are encouraged to apply for any teaching service position and, if they are the successful candidate, request a reduced time fraction. Such requests will be negotiated on a case-by-case basis and will be subject to the operational requirements of the school. The Department of Education is committed to the principles of equal opportunity, and diversity and inclusion for all. We value diversity and inclusion in all forms - gender, religion, ethnicity, LGBTIQ+, disability and neurodiversity. Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander candidates are strongly encouraged to apply for roles within the Department. The Department recognises that the provision of family friendly, supportive, safe and harassment-free workplaces is essential to high performance and promotes flexible work, diversity and safety across all schools and Department workplaces. Additional support and advice on the recruitment process is available to Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islanders from the Koorie Outcomes Division (KOD) via 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. All schools have a Child Safety Code of Conduct consistent with the department's exemplar available at: The department's employees commit to upholding the department's Values: Responsiveness, Integrity, Impartiality, Accountability, Respect, Leadership and Human Rights. The department's Values complement each school's own values and underpin the behaviours the community expects of Victorian public sector employees, including those who work in Victorian Government Schools. 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. A probationary period may apply during the first year of employment and induction and support programs provided. Detailed information on all terms and conditions of employment is available on the Department's Human Resources website at The School Mission statement states that we are committed to working in partnership with all stakeholders to work toward equipping students with personal strengths and qualities of resilience, gratitude, empathy, kindness and curiosity in order to be lifelong learners. We foster the whole child through a comprehensive academic and social and emotional curriculum that provides students with purposeful and engaging learning opportunities. The values that define our school community are: HONESTY - Demonstrating integrity, truthfulness, trust and fairness through taking responsibility and being accountable for our own actions. EVERYONE MATTERS - Promoting and upholding a sense of belonging, connection and inclusivity for all members of the school community. ALWAYS DO YOUR BEST - Having a growth mindset that demonstrates a determination to do your best, be persistent and resilient to achieve individual success. RESPECT - Being considerate of our own feelings, beliefs, opinions, belongings and expectations and those of others, including the wider school community. TEAMWORK - Working together towards a shared goal by demonstrating patience, empathy and support for one another. The school has continued to maintain its enrolments and is able to offer a diverse program and many supports for the students and its families. In 2024 the school has an enrolment of 128 students. The specialist programs offered at Kinglake West Primary School are Physical Education, Art, Music, Drama and Auslan. The school has 12.7 full-time equivalent (FTE) staff comprising: one Principal class, 8.42 FTE classroom teachers, 2.62 FTE Teaching Support Staff and 0.60 FTE Integration aide. The school has an active student leadership group, consisting of School Captains, Vice Captains, House Captains, Sustainability Leaders and Student Representative Council. Our leaders participate in a number of workshops and leadership conferences throughout the year to continually develop their skills and build their confidence. The school offers a varied and interesting curriculum for the students with many modern resources. There is an emphasis on ICT with a new netbooks and iPads purchased throughout 2023 to supplement the netbook/laptop computers, cameras and iPads already available for student use. These provide many opportunities for our students to engage with technology as a tool for their learning. While emphasis is placed on developing effective skills and a high level of achievement in literacy and numeracy, the comprehensive curriculum provides high quality programs covering all Learning Areas. Students are immersed in all areas of the curriculum through targeted and differentiated learning. To support the ongoing learning opportunities for all children the school provides a range of programs and services to meet individual and group needs. These include: Social Skills Program School Counsellor Literacy and Numeracy Intervention Education Support staff EAL support Outside School Hours Care Service provided by TheirCare The staff form a cohesive, hard working and dedicated team. They set high standards for themselves and for the students they teach. Staff are committed to their own professional development ensuring up to date and practical knowledge of improved teaching and learning approaches, and therefore the ongoing implementation of quality teaching practices and programs which meet the needs of all children. Their enthusiasm, humour, mutual support and dedication to the wellbeing and learning of the students help make Kinglake West a great place to work. Applications close Tuesday 11 February 2025 at 11.59PM #J-18808-Ljbffr