Teacher Aide

Department of Education Victoria – Seaford SA 9d ago, from Department of Education & Training Victoria Located in the bayside suburb of Seaford, Seaford North Primary School endeavours to instil in each child a love of lifelong learning through innovative programs and positive learning experiences. We aim to develop individual skills of leadership, independence, critical thinking and problem solving. Seaford North is committed to providing students with lifelong skills, in a friendly and dynamic learning environment, where they are engaged and work to achieve their personal best and contribute to the global community. Seaford North Primary School is an authorised International Baccalaureate World School for the Primary Years Programme. A commitment to this programme is essential for the successful candidate. Seaford North Primary School strives to build a respectful school community by instilling the three values of compassion, respect and integrity. We are committed to differentiation so that students are challenged at the appropriate level and are able to make decisions about their learning in line with the curriculum. Student enrolment is currently 440 students. The five specialist teaching areas comprise Visual Arts, Performing Arts, Physical Education, STEM, and LOTE (Chinese/Mandarin). Seaford North Primary School promotes strong home‑school partnerships in learning and is committed to academic excellence, balanced with excellence in the Arts and Sport. Student programmes are both challenging and motivating and are intended to enable every student to achieve their full potential. A priority focus is to develop skills in Literacy and Numeracy using a personalised learning approach. Information and Communication Technology is an integral tool in the delivery of the curriculum and underpins the school’s Global Learning platform. 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 programme. The role 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 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 (excluding Registered Nurse which is a higher level). The role may include: Specific support tasks to achieve outcomes, typically involving accountability for a single function (e.g. ensuring data is properly maintained) or coordination of a work area under the direction of the principal or a manager. Assisting teachers, within an educational programme, 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. These roles require specific qualifications and/or training, including further training as needed. Technical tasks requiring a sound knowledge of basic technical and/or scientific principles used to develop and adapt work methods and make judgements where guidelines are clear. 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 under close supervision and direction. Tasks that carry some degree of independence will generally involve clear priorities, well‑established procedures and readily available direction.Subject to any required qualification and/or training, a student support staff employee may be progressively required to undertake coordination, specialised 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 other responsibilities. Provides basic physical care and wellbeing support for students such as toileting, meals, and lifting. Communicates with students 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 coordinating educational programmes independently or under minimal supervision – including rostering, organising the work of a team of aides, routine coordination, guidance, and support to other student support staff, liaising with external providers of support services, and assisting teachers with the communication of student outcomes and educational programmes. Provides medical intervention support to students, 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 fulfil 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 serve. We value diversity in all forms – culture, gender, religion, ethnicity, LGBTIQA+, disability and neurodiversity. Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander candidates are strongly encouraged to apply. 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. 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 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 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, with induction and support programmes provided. Detailed information on all terms and conditions of employment is available on the Department's Human Resources website at #J-18808-Ljbffr