Disability Inclusion

Department of Education Victoria – Saint Albans VIC 7d ago , from Department of Education & Training Victoria Victoria University Secondary College is a multi campus school, comprising of a Junior Campus located in Deer Park, a Senior Campus with a Trade Training Centre located in Cairnlea and a Flexible Learning Option iCAN centre located in St Albans. Our college has approximately 1225 students from years 7 to 12 and services the residential area of Cairnlea, Deer Park, St Albans and environs in the western suburbs of Melbourne. Our college provides a broad range of personal, academic and practical experiences for our students who come form diverse cultural and social backgrounds. Victoria University Secondary College challenges students to, create the future by adhering to our school values of aspiring to achieve, strengthening the community and respecting themselves and others. Victoria University Secondary College is a Professional Learning Community (PLC) Link school. PLC link schools approach to learning, is to share ideas, enhance teaching practices and create an environment where all students can reach their full potential. Victoria University Secondary College empowers members of our learning community to develop control over their own thinking and actions. Our college encourages our members to develop self belief and confidence to persevere with their learning challenges. Victoria University Secondary College focusses on reflective thinking and collaboration. This college focus encourages our students to become independent learners, work collaboratively and share ideas and resources while respecting and recognising individual contributions. Victoria University Secondary College is a supportive teaching and learning environment where student needs and backgrounds are reflected in the learning and design of the school. Our strategic intention is to maximise opportunities for all our students by developing their talents and challenging them to have high aspirations, so they can achieve their potential and become logical, self‑aware, collaborative and inquisitive students. Importantly, Victoria University Secondary College seek to develop students skills and competencies so they are well prepared for their future study and future workplace. 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 To participate as a team member in the following: the College Structure the Campus or Administration Structure Professional Learning Teams once a week and other team meetings as required. Professional Development and/or training as required. Responsibilities Under the direction of the Business Manager, Campus Principal and Disability Inclusion Leader, provide learning support to our students with targeted learning needs and associated administrative tasks to support Disability Inclusion Profiles. Assist student on an individual or group basis at school, and on school excursions/camps as required. Assist with communication between students and teachers, particularly the interpretation of teacher instructions and learning activities. Review professional recommendations about student learning difficulties and disabilities, and work with teachers to plan for adjustments. Assist with coordination and planning of student routines and address immediate behaviour issues in partnership with the teacher relating to specific students within a classroom setting. Assist teachers with communication to parents about routines and access to learning activities. Contribute to data collection which supports Disability Inclusion Profiles. Participate in family (Student Support Group) meetings. Assist with students in the playground and sporting activities. Set up and put away equipment and materials in support of teaching programs. Observe students and draw the attention to the teacher where necessary. Assist in the translation of documents. Assist where / when required in the Library area. Other duties that may be required by the Business Manager, Principal or Disability Inclusion leader. 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*******@education.vic.gov.au. 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: 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 Ability to design and prepare documentation using Word, Excel. This would include manipulation of data and preparation of basic reports. Working With Children's Check essential. Travel between campuses may be required. 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 #J-18808-Ljbffr