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.
Attendance for this position is 5 days a week from 8.45am - 3.15pm.
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:
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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.
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Assisting teachers, within an educational program, by undertaking specific support tasks or the coordination of the support function.
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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.
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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 may include:
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Provides routine support for teachers including assisting with planning of student routines
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Supports communication between teachers and parents
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Communicates with teachers on routine matters related to students and/or other responsibilities
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Provides basic physical care and wellbeing support for students such as toileting, meals, and lifting
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Communicating with student/s to support comprehension of basic tasks and information
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Addresses immediate behavioural presentations relating to specific students within a classroom setting aligned to school policy and procedure
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Provides basic support and supervision for individuals or groups of up to 4 students within a classroom setting
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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
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Provides medical intervention support to a student/s, under specific conditions, with appropriate training and guidance
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Provides specialised communication support for students and teachers in areas such as AUSLAN and braille
Individuals with the aptitude, experience and/or qualifications to fulfill the specific requirements of the position.
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.
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
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
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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
Footscray North Primary School (FNPS) is an inner suburban primary school 6km from the Melbourne CBD. The population in the local area is changing. This is reflected in the changing SFOE: 2025- 0.2528 (2019-0.3824) at FNPS. FNPS is experiencing continued growth in student enrolments 2025 - 633 (2019- 450). During this time FNPS has enacted an enrolment strategy which has minimised the enrolments of students beyond our designated neighbourhood zone. Current trends indicate the school population is likely to continue to grow. There are a number of high-density housing redevelopments in the neighbourhood zone that will likely contribute to this. The growth in school population has been catered for by the delivery of a major building project completed in 2021 to increase the permanent capacity of the school to 700 students.
Our student population is drawn from our local area. Approximately 40% of our students speak a language other than English at home, with over 40 different language groups represented. Students who enrol speaking little or no English often spend a period of time attending the Western English Language School. A small number of students identify as of ATSI background. The school has a small percentage of students who are enrolled as international students (less than 1%). The ongoing growth in the student population has also resulted in a growth in staffing requirements. Rigorous staff recruitment, induction and mentoring, along with retention of staff, have been and will continue to be an area that requires attention to ensure that high quality practices are consistently implemented across the school.
In 2025 Footscray North Primary School (FNPS) had a staff of 3.2 Principal Class, 2 Learning Specialists, 2.6 Leading Teachers, 37 teaching staff and approx. 25 EFT Education Support staff. Curriculum programs are delivered through 28 classroom programs supported by 5 specialist programs. The school is housed on a very large site (9 acres) and is made up of 6 permanent buildings, 3 double relocatables, a new gymnasium and a number of active and passive play spaces. Our school facilities included 28 classrooms with adjacent office areas, collaborative spaces and breakout rooms, a performing arts room, a visual art, room, 3 resource intensive learning spaces (LOTE/STEM), a library, Gymnasium, administrative area and community room (OSHC) and a fully equipped canteen area.
Footscray North Primary School (FNPS) is committed to providing a safe, secure and stimulating learning environment, where students reach their full educational potential supported by a differentiated curriculum of the highest quality. FNPS recognises that student wellbeing and student learning outcomes are inextricably linked and understand that the school should promote this link both within the school environment and the classroom. We recognise the importance of the partnership between the school and parents/carers to support student learning, engagement and wellbeing. We share a commitment to, and a responsibility for, creating an inclusive and safe school environment for our students. The school provides a curriculum with a strong emphasis on English, Mathematics, Social Emotional Learning and an integrated topic-based curriculum. The core curriculum is complemented by Specialist Programs in Physical Education, Visual Arts, Performing Arts, Spanish and Technologies.
Footscray North Primary School has developed and embedded a universal culture of learning and a belief that all students can learn at high levels. Our work is underpinned by this belief, and that our strategic actions as a school can make a difference. We have implemented Professional Learning Communities as a way of ensuring that all students learn at high levels and staff continue to refine and develop high impact teaching strategies. Professional Learning is an integral part of the operation of the school, and Professional Learning Communities are the focal point for planning, development and implementation of teaching and learning and collective inquiry to improve teacher practice. Footscray North Primary School has a strong tradition and reputation in the provision of excellence in education in the local area. In 2023, FNPS commemorated 100 years of providing outstanding education to the local community. Footscray North Primary School¿s vision is to support the learning and wellbeing outcomes of our students.
Our mission at Footscray North Primary School is to graduate empowered students who are high achieving, socially and emotionally intelligent, globally aware and active citizens in the community. Our mission statement components are operationalised, implemented and monitored, and provide a lens through which to guide us in decision making, resource allocation and aspiration. Our school¿s objectives are considered as part of the four yearly strategic planning process and reflected in the goals listed in our current School Strategic Plan (SSP). We also develop an Annual Implementation Plan to operationalise the Goals and Key Improvement Strategies contained in our SSP. Our school values provide a strong foundation in identifying the way that we work with our community through the creation of shared expectations and norms. They support us in decision making and action planning, supporting us in remaining focused on what is important.
Footscray North Primary School¿s values are:
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Inclusion: through appreciation of individual differences and actively encouraging involvement by the whole school community.
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Excellence: by striving to excel at work and play and persisting to reach our goals.
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Respect: for our community¿s views, beliefs and rights, considering everyone¿s opinion and treating everyone as equal. We respect ourselves and others, our belongings and the environment.
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Responsibility: by all the school community for our actions and behaviours, striving to achieve a stimulating and vibrant learning environment, by providing quality programs and encouraging each other to reach our full potential.
