The Victorian College of the Arts Secondary School (VCASS) provides a nationally and internationally recognised specialist program for the training of talented young dancers, musicians, theatre and visual artists. Students are encouraged to develop a passion for learning and a sense of respect for themselves and others. The school is committed to providing a safe and nurturing learning environment that recognises and caters for the different academic, artistic, cultural, health and pastoral needs of students.
Students entering the school come to understand that a serious study of music, dance, theatre and visual arts requires a thorough technical training which begins at an early age, daily classes and many hours of practice, the nurturing of creativity, specialist teaching by highly skilled and experienced staff and high quality performance and exhibition opportunities.
VCASS is a dynamic educational and operational environment. The primary campus is located in the Melbourne Arts Precinct at Southbank and, in addition, the school utilises facilities at the National Institute of Dramatic Art (NIDA), the Lawler Theatre at the Melbourne Theatre Company and provides academic instruction at the Australian Ballet School.
VCASS runs under a unique model and is operational over extended hours, with regular classes in some areas scheduled between 8am- 5.30pm Monday -Friday and some staff have adjusted work schedules as a result.
The performance and event schedule is significant, both in number of activities and the depth of the production quality, In working at VCASS, you will experience;
Working in the Melbourne Arts Precinct in a purpose specific and award winning building, readily accessible by public transport
A vibrant performance, exhibition and event environment where student work is showcased
A committed and passionate team of professionals
An in-house Cafe with a great vibe & the finest Barista made coffee
A well-supported technology environment
VCASS welcomes applications from people who are positive and enthusiastic that thrive on contributing to the education of an exceptional group of young people. We encourage anyone interested in working with our school to spend time reading information on our website to understand our unique school environment. www.vcass.vic.edu.au
SC1: Proven capacity to apply sound theoretical and practical expertise in guiding a health and rehabilitation program in a performing arts educational setting
SC2: A demonstrated understanding of the specific health and rehabilitation requirements of each specialism within the VCASS performing arts program
SC3: Demonstrated strong problem solving skills and the ability to think creatively to provide solution focussed approaches to student needs
SC4: Sound knowledge of injury prevention, rehabilitation techniques and an understanding of evidence-based approaches to managing injuries and promoting recovery
SC5: A demonstrated commitment to ongoing education and professional development
SC6: A demonstrated understanding of the performing arts - preferably developed through a performance career
The Strength & Conditioning Coordinator role is a part time role at 0.80FTE.
Range 3 is distinguished by the introduction of management responsibility and accountability for the delivery of professional support services. The role will usually impact beyond the work area or professional field. It seeks to gain cooperation of other staff members or members of the school community to achieve specific objectives, such as in school administration, operations or educational programs.
Direction on targets and goals is provided but the position will have some degree of latitude in determining how they are achieved. This latitude will generally be limited by standard procedures and school policy. Deviation from standard procedures and school policy will require guidance and direction from senior management.
The provision of business management responsibilities becomes a feature at range 3. Management of staff to achieve the expected outcomes is a key responsibility. Staff management issues will be resolved with minimal reference to senior management, although guidance will be required in more complex cases. Senior management will be provided with timely reports and advice, although this will generally be confined to matters relating to the immediate work area, service provision or educational program and is unlikely to impact substantially on whole of school operations.
This is the minimum range for positions that carry a mandatory qualification requirement of not less than four years. Professional student support positions become a feature at range 3 (e.g. therapists, psychologists) where standard professional services are delivered. Professional support and guidance will be close at hand and deviation from standard procedures and school policy will require guidance and direction from senior management.
An education support class position supports the educational services being provided to students, but must not include duties of teaching as defined in clause 2.6.1 of the Education and Training Reform Act 2006 (Vic) or its successor. Supervision of students cannot be required except where it is an integral part of the employee¿s position or involves supervision of students individually or in small groups, in controlled circumstances, where the responsibility for students remains clearly with a teacher.
Develop and implement specialist-specific strength and conditioning programs in conjunction with the timetable and schedule of events
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Document and maintain confidential student records
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Ensure injury tracking systems are in place and are robust
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Support all students in their rehabilitation journey
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Run 1:1 rehabilitation sessions where required for students and maintain accurate records
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Provide students with movement sessions in line with the annual timetable and schedule of events
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Educate students on physical wellbeing, providing them with a toolbox of strategies to maintain their physical condition
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Attend student classes/rehearsals to observe student modifications, needs, and loads, where required
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Actively contribute to the holistic health and wellbeing program at VCASS
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Liaise with parents, students and external practitioners about student injuries, where required
Engage with the broader school community to develop, review, refine and disseminate health, injury prevention and rehabilitation practice and initiatives
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Engage with latest research, best practice and professional development to inform specialist programs
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Ensure active maintenance of all strength and conditioning materials, equipment and spaces
Individuals with the aptitude, experience and relevant tertiary 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
Please note this role requires a relevant tertiary qualification, to be considered for the position.
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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
