AddressTarneit Senior College - `Integrity, Innovation & Focus'
Tarneit Senior College is located in a developing area of Wyndham, approximately 25 kilometres from the Melbourne CBD. We are located next to one of our main feeder schools - Tarneit P-9 College while also accepting enrolments from a number of other primary and P-9 schools including Baden Powell College and Truganina P-9 College. Significant enrolment also comes from new families moving into Tarneit with Wyndham being one of the top growth corridors in Australia. The school is situated near a number of areas of significant urban development which will see continued enrolments over the next 5 - 10 years of families moving into the area. The college is experiencing a period of sustained growth for both the suburb and school over the next 5 to 10 years. In 2024 we have approximately 1050 students enrolled, and the projected enrolments is for the school to stabilise around this number in the next few years.
As a Senior College catering for Years 10, 11 & 12 we are able to offer comprehensive curriculum, pathways, and transition programs to cater for the academic and vocational needs of students. The college offers a wide range of VCE and VET programs including Vocational Major and Victorian Pathways Certificate. There is emphasis on the social, emotional, cultural, and academic needs of our students in order to develop their full potential. Through a caring and safe `House¿ structure; individual students are encouraged to think, reflect, and develop into successful learners so that they can take their place in society as informed, responsible, and active members of the community of Tarneit and beyond.
Tarneit Senior College is defined by:
· A well-balanced curriculum program that utilises purposeful and explicit teaching aimed at empowering students to be active learners, striving for personal excellence and ongoing growth and development.
· Challenging, innovative and creative approaches in learning and teaching practices that embrace a full range of post-compulsory pathways for Years 10 to 12 students.
· The participation of staff in professional learning communities focussed on subject expertise and high-level understanding of students.
· Shared educational responsibility between parents, staff, and students.
· Effective channels of communication that promote trust, positive interactions, and strong links with the wider community.
Our teaching & learning focus includes an emphasis on developing engaging learners using a range of research-based teaching and learning pedagogies and a collaborative approach to developing our staff.
We have a continual focus on improving Yr12 ATAR results. This approach focusses upon improving teaching & learning delivery and the use of data to understand then improve our work.
The college prides itself on its multi-culturalism, inclusion and diversity. The College has students from diverse backgrounds and over 60 nationalities which are celebrated throughout its facilities and its many co-curricular activities.
In 2024 the College staffing profile consists of a College Principal, 4 Assistant Principals, 7 Leading Teachers, 6 Learning Specialists, 74 EFT Teaching Staff, Business Manager, and 32 EFT Education Support Staff.
SC1 Demonstrated experience and skills in coordinating a specific education support function.
SC2 Demonstrated high level oral and written communication skills.
SC3 Possess the technical knowledge and expertise relevant to the position.
SC4 Demonstrated capacity to provide advice and support to management in respect to the work area.
SC5 Demonstrated commitment to professional learning and growth for both self and others.
This is a full time role consisting of 38 hours per week, including a 30 minute unpaid lunch break. Hours are from 8:00 am - 4:00 pm with additional hours as directed by the Principal.
- Work professionally, courteously and cooperatively with internal and external clients. This role involves close interaction with a wide range of parents, students and staff.
- 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 OH&S requirements and maintain a safe and healthy workplace for self and others.
- Fulfil Child Safe obligations
- Fulfil and duties assigned by the principal or delegate within the relevant ES dimensions of work (http://www.education.vic.gov.au/hrweb/workm/Pages/dimensSSO.aspx)
Position Summary
The Administration/Careers Administration Support employee will undertake tasks that impact on the whole school. The role seeks to gain cooperation of other staff members or members of the school community to achieve specific objectives, such as in school administration and human resources.
Will be a member of the College team who is accountable for the development and delivery of key services that are integral to the effective operation of the school. Provides a range of services and/or undertakes the analysis of complex problems that form part of the policy framework.
The Administration/Careers Administration Support employee is responsible to the Principal via the Business Manager and Careers/Pathways Leader.
Primary Responsibilities
· Coordinate the delivery of administrative services within the school
· Liaise with school staff in regard to support requirements
· Assist with the organisation and facilitation of College wide events, including (but not limited to) Careers Expo, work experience and exhibition events
· Complete administrative duties as requested to support the Careers and Pathways team
· Assist with student queries pertaining to Careers and Pathways events, practices etc
· Collaborate with Careers team to ensure the success of programs organised by the team
· Ascertain placements within the work experience program as required
· Ensure the completion of Career Action Plan documentation on school systems
· Relieve and manage Administration/Reception, when required
· Other duties as negotiated by the Principal
Essential Requirements of the Role
· Work professionally, courteously and cooperatively with internal and external clients. This role involves close interaction with a wide range of parents, students and staff.
· 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 OH&S requirements and maintain a safe and healthy workplace for self and others.
· Fulfil Child Safe obligations
· Fulfil and duties assigned by the principal or delegate within the relevant ES dimensions of work (http://www.education.vic.gov.au/hrweb/workm/Pages/dimensSSO.aspx)
Hours of Duty
This is a full time role consisting of 38 hours per week, including a 30 minute unpaid lunch break. Hours are from 8:00 am - 4:00 pm with additional hours as directed by the Principal.
Individuals with the aptitude, experience and/or qualifications to fulfill the specific requirements of the position.
The Department of Education and Training 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.
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 http://www.education.vic.gov.au/about/programs/health/protect/Pages/childsafestandards.aspx
The Department’s employees commit to upholding DET’s Values: Responsiveness, Integrity, Impartiality, Accountability, Respect, Leadership and Human Rights. DET’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 DET values is available at http://www.education.vic.gov.au/hrweb/workm/Pages/Public-Sector-Values.aspx
Please ensure that your application (via Recruitment Online) includes:
- a resume including relevant experience, including detailed employment history, as well as personal details (name, address and contact numbers, business and home and WWCC/VIT number)
- a response addressing each of the selection criteria (recommended 1 page per criteria)
- Names and contact numbers (telephone and email if possible) of at least three referees who are able to attest to the claims made in your application/selection criteria.
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.
Applicants wishing further information about the college or this position, are encouraged to contact the Principal, Mr Shane Cole-Hayhow prior to the closing date of applications. Please contact the General Office on 03-97490*** or email **********@education.vic.gov.au
- 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
