At River Gum Primary School our school vision is that students own their learning and our teachers use their pedagogical knowledge to personalise learning. We value community, relationship and reflection. Our core values are Respect, Equality, Inclusion and Excellence and our school motto is "Together we can.. For every child, every day in every classroom". We believe our school provides a supportive and productive learning environment where all students can access success by fostering positive relationships and knowing each student.
Our school is located in Hampton Park, a suburb in the City of Casey and Melbourne's south-east growth corridor. We are proud of our school community, and with a history of over 30 years our school caters for a wide range of social, economic and cultural backgrounds.
At River Gum, emphasis is placed on professional growth, individual accountability and collective efficacy through regular coaching and professional development linked to school priorities.
Professional Learning Communities work together to collectively impact student growth, through the use of the improvement cycle.
Our school recognises the importance of research based frameworks for the design and delivery of quality whole school agreed curriculum learning approaches. All lessons are delivered through an Instructional Model as an entry point for establishing consistency and accountability in teacher practice and high expectations for all students.
Whole school approaches are used in both English and Mathematics. In English students participate in a Readers and Writers Workshop daily and Fluency lessons. Mathematics is based upon The Big Ideas in Number.
Our belief in a guaranteed and viable curriculum frames all learning in Mathematics and English supported by a documented curriculum. Learning is differentiated, and we use a tiered model of intervention to support learners.
We offer a variety of experiences to engage our students through Specialist subjects including Music, Science & Technology, Physical Education & Visual Arts.
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.
Up to 6 additional days may be required during school vacation periods. A leave purchase allowance will be paid for this time.
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.
Position Objective
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Conducts routine technical procedures and/or data collection, collation, and analysis
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Applies basic technical knowledge to diagnose and correct faults and problems with technical equipment
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Applies basic technical principles to enable the performance of a variety of interrelated technical tasks
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Contributes to a small project team providing technical support to the school
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Conducts training and/or instruction with respect to technical systems
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Provides specialised knowledge that is relied upon to deliver support services, under direction in information technology.
Responsibilities:
General hardware and software support (compatibility, troubleshooting, advice, instruction) including maintenance of school iPads and laptops.
Assist and support the Department of Education School Technician to maintain the school network, server and infrastructure.
Demonstrated familiarity with school-based processes and applications including Compass, Intune, Powershell, WINSCP, Apple School Manager, zScaler, Google Drive and CASES21.
Support the administration of the Learning Management System (Compass), e.g. in relation to staff access, reporting and parent/teacher events.
Respond to IT requests logged by staff on the Compass IT Issue Tracker.
Provide assistance as required in relation to assessment and reporting, NAPLAN administration and school events.
Provide media support in relation to managing equipment and troubleshooting.
Coordinate the IT requirements required for the onboarding and exiting of staff and students.
Assist with planning, purchasing and installation of network infrastructure throughout the school to enable ICT operations.
Assist with device comparison & research, new service implementation & solutions.
User maintenance of school ICT and teacher & student resources including trouble shooting across a range of platforms.
Provide regular reports and feedback (as requested and at team meetings) eg. Compass usage data, logged issues, etc.
Commitment to professional development to keep abreast of changes in technology.
Maintenance of Google Drive & school accounts for privacy, security and performance.
Arrange for repairs, warranties and maintenance of equipment.
Essential requirements of the role:
Work professionally, courteously and cooperatively with internal and external clients in accordance with the River Gum Primary School Vision and Values, and Code of Conduct.
Maintain confidentiality and sensitivity in all aspects of the role.
Maintain currency of professional knowledge and skills.
Assist in ensuring that the school complies with government regulations and policies.
Comply with OHS requirements and maintain a safe and healthy workplace for self and others.
Fulfil Child Safe obligations
Works as part of an ICT team, including the IT Manager/Assistant Principal, Department of Education School Technician and members of the Leadership team.
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Fulfil other duties as requested by the Principal or delegate within the relevant ES dimensions of work https://www2.education.vic.gov.au/pal/dimensions-work-education-support-class/resources
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
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.
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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
