Would you like to join the Foundation Staff of a Victorian Government Secondary School that opened in 2024, and looking to expand in 2026?
Would you like the opportunity to do the following?
- Shape a brand-new school's culture
- Work in state-of-the-art facilities and resources
- Work in a collaborative and innovative environment
- Forge meaningful partnerships with parents, local businesses, and community organizations, creating a strong network of support for students and their education.
- Develop your leadership skills
- Play a vital role in the establishment and growth of a brand-new school
If you are, then Yarrabing Secondary College is looking for Education Support Staff to join the school.
About Us
Yarrabing Secondary College opened in Term 1 2024 and provides the growing local population with great educational opportunities close to home. It is able to enrol up to 550 students with the stage one facilities. In 2024 Yarrabing Secondary College opened to approximately 150 Year 7 students and will progressively grow by one year level thereafter. In 2025, we have Year 7 and Year 8 students only.
Yarrabing Secondary College is located 29 kilometres west of Melbourne in the suburb of Aintree. When fully established, the school will have 1200 students enrolled from Year 7 to 12 and 130 school staff members.
Our school grounds are close to planned parklands, sporting facilities, and we are surrounded by a supportive community. Most students that will attend our school live locally and would tend to walk or ride their bike to school.
Our school will be culturally diverse with 60% of students having a language background other than English (LOTE) spoken in the family home, with the largest LOTE languages being Hindi and Punjabi. We are proud of our diversity and our inclusive school community.
We strive to provide a nurturing and challenging environment that empowers students to reach their personal best, both academically and socially.
Our Vision
Our vision is to empower our students by developing well rounded, confident, and responsible individuals who have high expectations of themselves, and who aspire to achieve success through respect, responsibility, and collaboration.
Our Mission
Our mission is to be a safe, supportive environment that emphasizes motivation and self-discipline. Using 21st century approaches, we provide students with the means to achieve their potential and we challenge our students to grow academically, socially, culturally, and emotionally. Collaboration and positive relationships will underpin all our work.
Additional information can be found at: www.yarrabingsc.vic.edu.au
The successful applicant will play an instrumental role in the development and implementation of contemporary school processes to support the learning and wellbeing of all students across the school. This position is a fantastic opportunity for the right individual to help our school be the absolute best school it can be for students, staff and the wider school community as our school continues to grow and thrive over the years ahead.
As an Education Support Staff member you will contribute to the collaborative planning, implementation and evaluation of school processes and contribute to the school culture as a results-oriented collaborative professional learning community.
Education Support Staff will work collaboratively with colleagues and leadership to improve students educational outcomes and to ensure that the school remains on a path of continuous improvement through the application of evidenced-based research.
SC1 A demonstrated interest in working with young people and an ability to relate to young people in a positive, respectful and supportive manner.
SC2 Demonstrated high level communication skills with a range of individuals and well-developed emotional intelligence.
SC3 Knowledge of Department of Education policies and guidelines in relation to Inclusion and an ability to contribute to their implementation.
SC4 Demonstrated proficiency in literacy and numeracy.
SC5 Experience in Education Support and/or Completion of Certificate IV in Education Support (or similar).
SC6 Demonstrated ability to effectively navigate unexpected challenges, demonstrating flexibility and resilience in meeting the evolving needs and circumstances of the school environment. Demonstrated capacity to contribute to the culture of a school.
About the Role
This is a unique opportunity for you to work in the initial development of school processes for a foundation secondary school, growing one year level each year from Year 7 in 2024 to Year 12 in 2029.
Given the school is in the second year of establishment, the teaching, learning and student support practices are based on the latest evidence-based research. The brand-new facilities support 21st century skills and these teaching and learning practices.
You will be supported by education support staff, teachers, and leaders in a highly collaborative workplace, with opportunities for professional development and career advancement
The school has a highly supportive leadership team with a culture of collaboration and innovation.
As a member of Staff, you will have input and play a vital role in the implementation of school processes within your area.
About You
We are seeking a highly motivated and skilled education support staff to contribute to the success of a high achieving secondary school. As a school we believe that by providing students with a greater level of wellbeing support they are most likely to experience improved academic outcomes. The ideal candidate should possess a range of characteristics that will contribute to the success of our students and uphold the school's commitment to excellence in education. Education Support Staff will be responsible for delivering support for the school staff and student learning environment.
To support the implementation of a Learning Inclusion program for students with an Individual Education Program (IEP) who are currently recognised within the Tier 3 DE funding criteria.
Specific tasks will include;
- To work in association with the classroom teacher to implement the educational program as set out by the IEP/SSG.
- Assist students on an individual or small group basis.
- Assist and support the implementation of instructional programs.
- Assist with communication between students & teachers particularly, the interpretation of instructions.
- Observe students and bring them to the attention of the teacher where necessary.
- Prepare and submit notes of observations, learning and wellbeing.
- Provide basic physical and emotional care for students.
- Participate in the monitoring & evaluation of programs & evaluation of individual students achievements.
- Assist with the liaison & communication between parents, teachers and other staff & members of the wider community.
- Prepare basic curriculum resources/aides/materials as required.
- Undertake administrative tasks and attend meetings as required.
- The use of Compass, Google Suite, MSOffice, iPads etc., may be required to undertake duties efficiently and effectively.
- Active participation and liaison with other Inclusion Team members and Yarrabing Secondary College staff.
- Participate in an annual performance review process.
- Undertake other duties relevant to the field of responsibility as requested by the College Executive
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
This is a part time 0.80 time fraction position, working 5 days per week, Monday to Friday. Working hours are 8.40am to 3.15pm including a 30 minute unpaid lunch break.
Education Support Class positions include 50 days (pro rata) of annual and additional paid leave per year which is taken during the school holidays as per the Victorian Government Schools Agreement (VGSA).
Current Working with Children Check (WWCC) (employee) required or ability to obtain a WWCC
Applications must include:
- A cover letter providing contact information including home address, email and phone number.
- A CV with a summary of
- experience
- qualifications
- Working With Children Check (WWCC) number (Employee Type).
- Your written responses to the Key Selection Criteria
- The names, email addresses and contact details for three referees.
For ease of handling by the school, all documents (cover letter, CV, and key selection criteria responses) can be saved as one pdf and uploaded to Recruitment on Line. Please also ensure that your name is included in the header of each document.
All applicants should ensure that their personal profile on Recruitment Online is up to date.
Applicants seeking further information about the school or this position, are encouraged to:
- Visit the Yarrabing Secondary College website at www.yarrabingsc.vic.edu.au
- Contact the Principal, Mr John Mitsinikos, prior to the closing date of applications on 03 7033 2444 or email [email protected]
This vacancy is specifically linked to Student Support Funding and is ongoing. If the funding reduces or ceases during the first seven years of employment, employment may cease subject to the provision of at least 12 weeks’ notice.
