Description:
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 Demonstrated ability to take direction, to work with or without supervision, both in and out of the classroom and promote a safe and supportive school environment.
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 assist classroom teachers in the preparation of material for lessons for students as required by individual students.
To assist Learning Support (Integration Team) Teachers in helping students to develop social interaction with their peers, and to develop/implement programs to improve learning outcomes.
To assist Learning Support (Integration Team) Teachers, Classroom Teachers and Student learning and wellbeing team to help specified students in their individual needs.
To assist students in class and at recreation times with communication. This assistance may include communication equipment, or the use of other technologies.
Participate in planning and preparation with teachers on a regular basis.
Participate in professional learning activities provided through this initiative.
Participate in the ongoing evaluation of this initiative.
Other duties as directed by the Principal or delegate.
Experience as a Learning Support Assistant (Integration Aide) in a secondary school setting would be an advantage.
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. It is our policy to provide reasonable adjustments for persons with a disability (see Workplace adjustment guidelines ).
Additional support and advice on the recruitment process is available to Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islanders from the Koorie Outcomes Division (KOD) via marrung@education.vic.gov.au
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
Please ensure that your application includes :
- A resume including relevant experience as well as personal details (name, address and contact numbers, business and home)
- A section addressing the selection criteria and the requirements for application under the Who May Apply section
- Names and contact numbers (telephone and email if possible) of two referees who are able to attest to the claims made in your application.
Please note that the selection panel may seek additional referees beyond those you name. Consistent with policy, we shall advise you if we will take this action.
Location Profile
At Lalor North Secondary College, we are an aspiring community of diverse learners in Melbourne¿s Northern suburbs dedicated to progressive and innovative approaches to education to meet the individual needs of every learner. We aim to fully embrace the vision of the Department of Education and Training¿s Framework for Improvement in Student Outcomes 2.0 because we understand that wellbeing is central to all aspects of learning.
We have a very high focus upon the close relationship between academic success and wellbeing for all. This can be seen in design of our positive learning environments, very close partnerships with our families, and to the opportunities and services that emerge from close links with many external organisations.
We believe that every learner is unique, has unlimited potential for growth, and that an authentic, inquiring relationship with each student can yield high levels of confidence, a sense of belonging, safety and wellbeing, and belief in the ability to achieve strongly in ways meaningful for the young person.
The college enjoys an expansive treed setting, where we promote growth of endemic native flora and fauna. The beautiful natural environment provides the backdrop for our excellent academic, recreational, and sporting facilities.
We seek to achieve unparalleled levels of student voice and agency in learning and in our community. For example, students form part of all employment panels at the college. We encourage student involvement in the care of our natural environment.
Our college is currently experiencing substantial growth in enrolments however we maintain low student to staff ratios thereby maximising quality relationships in learning.