Teacher Aide

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Job type

Part-time
 
Location
Melbourne VIC
 
Full job description
Overview
Work Type: Fixed-term - Part-time
Salary: Salary not specified
Grade: Education Support - Level 1, Range 2
Occupation: Education and training
Location: Melbourne - Southern suburbs
Reference: 1492408
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 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.
Role
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:
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.
Assisting teachers, within an educational program, by undertaking specific support tasks or the coordination of the support function.
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.
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.
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 Langwarrin Park Primary, our vision is to support our students in becoming curious, confident, and caring learners who can reach their full potential. We foster lifelong learners who are inquisitive, open to challenge, and able to achieve at their highest level. Our school values of respect, resilience and citizenship are referred to in everyday practice. Our staff nurture an inclusive and supportive learning environment, underpinned by our THRIVE curriculum. THRIVE is the acronym for our positive behaviour, wellbeing curriculum. (Try your best, be Healthy, get Involved, live your Values and Enjoy positive emotions). We incorporate Berry Street strategies, focusing on building connections and establishing consistent, predictable routines. Additionally, we engaged the services of Real Schools facilitators to expand our knowledge on how to develop emotionally resilient students.
At the beginning of 2026, the school had 585 students organised into 25 classes, with an average of 23 students per class. The school's SFOE (Student Family Occupation and Education) index was 0.35084, placing it in the Low-Medium school-level band. Most students reside in the immediate Langwarrin area.
Our staffing structure accommodates flexible work options, with a mix of full-time and part-time staff, including five Principal Class members, two Learning Specialists, and 35 teachers (eight Classroom Teacher Range 1 and 27 Classroom Teacher Range 2). Additionally, we have 15 Education Support aides (through DIP funding), seven Education Support administrative staff, and two maintenance staff. We have 10 students who qualify for additional support through the program for students with a disability (PSD) at the school and we have 7 Koorie students. All of these children are supported through the employment of a Disability and Inclusion Leader, 2 Wellbeing Leaders, a part-time Speech Therapist, a private psychologist, and our Education Support Staff. Our teachers complete Individual Education Plans (IEP) for students and undertake quarterly Student Support Group meetings with families, discussing student growth and achievement of the goals outlined in IEPs.
The school maintains a strong and positive relationship with local secondary schools and kindergartens, facilitating smooth transitions for students. All curriculum planning is directly aligned with the Victorian Curriculum, and dedicated time is allocated each week for teaching teams to collaborate in designing learning sequences. All teams engage in the Professional Learning Communities (PLC) inquiry-based approach.
Students participate in a diverse range of curriculum programmes designed to enhance and enrich their learning experiences, including exemplary PE, Sport, Music, LOTE (Auslan), Stem and Visual & Performing Arts programmes. The 2026 focus aligned with the system-wide priority of improving student outcomes in Numeracy and meeting students' individual learning needs. Additionally, there is a whole-school emphasis on student wellbeing. Langwarrin Park PS is a foundational member of the Langwarrin Positive Education Network (THRIVE), demonstrating our commitment to the health, safety, and wellbeing of our entire community through best-practice teaching and the science of Positive Psychology.
The school community continues to take great pride in the environment and facilities of the school. We have committed substantial funding to improve outdoor areas and have a commitment to resourcing and implementing up to date technologies throughout the school. We have a Buy Your Own Device program which starts at Year 4 but also have substantial technologies to provide for everyone. Teachers work to provide learning spaces that are inviting, informative and orderly.
Parent participation is actively encouraged, and the school community is seen as an integral part of the school. Parents participate in a wide range of school activities including assisting on excursions and camps, along with weekly classroom reading support. Our Parents and Friends Committee provides valuable support by raising significant funds through a range of events and also host many events that are based on fun for the students. Our School Council is very supportive and works to ensure our school is student-focussed.
Applications close Sunday 21 September 2026 at 11.59pm
Posted
8 September 2026