Ed Support Level 1-Range 2 Food Tech Assistant

Ed Support Level 1-Range 2 Food Tech Assistant Department of Education Victoria – Clyde North VIC 10d ago , from Department of Education & Training Victoria Wulerrp Secondary College, in Clyde North, opened in 2025 with 220 students in Year 7 and will have a similar number enrolling in 2026. Each year a new year level is added with an expected enrolment of 1600 students by 2030 when Year 12 students begin. The school is approximately 50 kilometres from Melbourne and is located in a new housing estate area. Our school grounds are close to planned parklands and sporting facilities, and we are surrounded by a supportive community. Most students who attend our school live locally and are dropped off by parents, walk or ride their bike to school. We have brand‑new buildings: a Junior School Building, Library, STEM Centre, Food Technology Centre and Gymnasium with state‑of‑the‑art facilities. Stage 2 Building of the Senior School will take place in 2027. Our school is culturally diverse with 60% of students speaking a language other than English at home, the most common being Punjabi. We are proud of our diverse and inclusive community. We have high expectations and strive to provide a nurturing and challenging environment that empowers students to achieve their best in academic, social‑emotional and vocational learning. In 2026 we will have approximately 55 staff members: 32 teaching staff, 18 education support staff, wellbeing staff and school leadership staff. We have a very supportive culture where staff work collaboratively to document curriculum and assessment with a collective focus on student learning. We are developing our school’s Instructional Model and Instructional Practice based on the department’s Victorian Teaching and Learning Model. See our Facebook page and our website: 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 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. It 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 may be required individually or in groups up to 4 in controlled circumstances, with responsibility for students remaining clearly with a teacher. Typical duties may include one of the following, under the direction of a principal or manager: Assisting teachers within an educational program by undertaking specific support tasks or coordinating 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 and may be undertaken with further training as needed. Technical tasks that require a sound knowledge of basic technical and/or scientific principles to develop and adapt work methods and make judgments where there are clear guidelines and limited options. Routine technical support in libraries, science, and information technology would be typical examples. Initiating routine tasks under close supervision and direction, with increasing independence as experience is gained. Tasks will have clear priorities, well‑established procedures, and readily available direction. Progressively taking on coordination, specialised student/teacher support tasks, or technical tasks as experience is gained. Responsibilities Classroom & Student Support: Provide in‑class support for all Food Technology classes, assisting students and teachers as required. Kitchen & Resource Management: Maintain the kitchens, pantry, laundry, and all equipment, ensuring cleanliness, organisation, and adherence to all health and safety requirements. Supply Management: Order and check supplies for Food Technology, including managing weekly shopping and stock rotation of perishables. Administrative Support: Provide administrative assistance for the College, including tasks related to ordering, record‑keeping, and general program support. 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 reflects 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 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. Additional support and advice on the recruitment process are available to Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander candidates from the Koorie Outcomes Division (KOD) via ******@education.vic.gov.au . Applicants seeking part‑time employment are encouraged to apply and, if successful, 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 operate as 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 accordance with child safe standards. All schools have a Child Safety Code of Conduct consistent with the department’s exemplar available at 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. These 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 Department Values Overview . Other Information Address the Key Selection Criteria in your application. Provide the names and contact details (email, mobile phone number) of three professional referees. Applications must be lodged on Recruitment online by the closing date. Applicants are encouraged to view the Salary range for Ed Support Level 1, Range 2 at Education Support Class Salaries in Victorian Government Schools. Conditions of Employment Appointment of successful applicants will be subject to a satisfactory pre‑employment conditions check. A probationary period may apply during the first year of employment and induction and support programs will be provided. Detailed information on all terms and conditions of employment is available on the Department’s Human Resources website at HR Website . Be careful – Don’t provide your bank or credit card details when applying for jobs. Don’t transfer any money or complete suspicious online surveys. If you see something suspicious, report this job ad. #J-18808-Ljbffr