Teacher Aide - Classroom Support

About this role

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. 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. SC6 A commitment to professional learning and growth for both self and others. Role [Attendance requirement for this position] 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 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, 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. 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. The Department recognises that the provision of safe, respectful and inclusive workplaces is essential to high performance and promotes flexible work and diversity across all schools and Department workplaces. It is our policy to provide reasonable adjustments for staff with disability (see Workplace adjustment guidelines ). Additional support and advice on the recruitment process is available to Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander candidates from the Koorie Outcomes Division (KOD) via [email protected] 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. 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: https://www2.education.vic.gov.au/pal/child-safe-standards/policy DE Values 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. Information on the department values is available at: https://www2.education.vic.gov.au/pal/values-department-vps-school-employees/overview Other Information • 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 http://www.education.vic.gov.au/hrweb/Pages/default.aspx 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. • 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 http://www.education.vic.gov.au/hrweb/Pages/default.aspx Location Profile A culture of caring for one another is immediately evident in the student population at Hepburn Primary School. Cross age play and `looking after each other¿ is the norm. We provide an exceptional environment for all where the `whole child¿ is nurtured and students are valued as individuals. Abundant grounds attract a huge variety of wildlife and provide our students with ample room to play and learn. With a current enrolment of 40 students, we will run three classrooms ¿ F/1, 2/3/4 and 5/6 in 2026. We offer a high-quality learning program which sees research and evidence-based approaches informing our planning, teaching and learning. A strong focus on Professional Learning Communities (PLC) provide staff protected time together to plan, assess and upskill as a collective group. By doing so our staff are educators of all students, contributing to Individual Education Plans, intervention and targeted small group work. Team teaching is a vital part of our school culture, sharing expertise, learning together and striving to provide our students with the best possible experiences. We have embedded Sounds Write as our phonics approach which sees explicit teaching daily across all grades. We take an Inquiry approach to deliver cross curricular areas, providing students with the opportunity to explore areas of interest and use their strengths to showcase their understanding of key concepts. A focus on wellbeing is of paramount importance to us. The school¿s wellbeing team meet weekly to determine actions to support whole school, group and individual wellbeing needs. We have also had a significant focus on our school values Curiosity, Courage, Kindness and our school vision, `We are a vibrant community of unique individuals where all are inspired to learn, laugh and flourish together¿. We have been implementing School Wide Positive Behaviour (SWPBS). As part of this learning we now have a behaviour matrix and flow chart that supports our students with expectations and provides a bases for all that we do. Enriching the work in our classrooms, we offer a number of specialist classes including Science, Visual Art, Drama/Music, Auslan, Health/P.E and Rights, Resilience and Respectful Relationships in 2025. Initiatives such as our cooking program, allow further educational opportunities. Our school is part of the Wathaurong sport cluster providing opportunities for cross school involvement in athletics, cross country, tennis, basketball, soccer, netball and football competitions and the opportunity to progress to higher competition levels. Our excursion and camp programs offer opportunities for students to explore the world beyond their classrooms and include visits to Earth Ed, Sovereign Hill as well as urban, beach and bush camps. We are proud of our special events days and the strong community support for these days including, Book Week, Breakfast Club, family picnic, graduation and our Christmas celebration. Strong relationships with our local kindergartens and secondary school support quality transition programs, ensuring smooth entry into foundation and year seven.