Ed Support Level 1-Range 2 Gardener/Maintenance

Werrimull P-12 School has strong partnerships with our students, families and the wider community.

We acknowledge that families are the first and most enduring influence on a child¿s development and play a significant role in a child's learning. We aim to make the transition from kindergarten to school as smooth and positive as possible. Obviously, we have a strong connection and attachment to the Millewa Pre-School, our local kindergarten. We will work in partnership with parents to support students and develop their academic, cultural, physical and social skills.

Curriculum planning at Werrimull is the result of our staff working hard during and beyond the normal school hours, and it is a credit to our leadership and teaching staff. Our dedicated team work hard to ensure our students receive a well-rounded program that aims to develop the whole child. Core subjects such as Literacy and Mathematics are very important, but we also have a high priority on other subjects such as Design, SOSE, Science and Technology. We are proud of the extra support and challenge programs we offer at Werrimull including the new tutoring program. The tutoring program supports some and extends and challenges other students at their point of need. We encourage all students to participate in the NAPLAN testing and celebrate results with pride.

Werrimull P-12 is a wonderful school with a staff who are highly qualified and committed to ongoing improvement for all students. With a student population of approximately 30, we are situated in the township of Werrimull in north-western Victoria on spacious grounds. Students enjoy a range of areas in which to play and develop. They are fortunate to enjoy vast spaces including a 650 metre bike track, playgrounds, student gym, tennis court, volleyball court and full-size oval and swimming pool onsite.

Facilities include wonderful grounds starting from the moment you enter the gates with new turf recently laid by our students as part of their community program. We have a multipurpose/Library, an amazing Art/Technical Design Room, fully resourced kitchen, workshop for metal work and woodwork, modern classrooms, full size football oval, basketball courts and other spaces including playground equipment for students of all ages to explore. There are many mature shade-trees, lawn areas and play areas.  Students have been involved in planting many trees and shrubs which has provided a great sense of pride in our school, particularly our vegetable garden which is a shared space we call our Community Garden.

Academically, we provide a challenging and comprehensive curriculum for each child in a caring and stimulating environment. Our teachers are highly skilled professionals from a diverse range of backgrounds. Werrimull P-12 School aims to be a dynamic, thriving, learning community.

At Werrimull we encourage the development of confident, articulate and independent learners who demonstrate self-discipline, self-reliance and a pride in themselves and their school.

Each child's happiness, confidence, feelings of security and belonging are all coupled with an emphasis on attaining the highest standards for each and every child. We aim for them to be literate and numerate, to promote their health and wellbeing and to encourage interaction with others in a positive and caring way. We speak often about making good choices. Our incursion, excursion, student leadership, speaking competition and camps to name a few promote personal growth, resilience and confidence in students.

At Werrimull P-12 School, each child is provided with care and support, where relationships with peers and staff convey respect, creating a sense of belonging and connectedness. Children are nurtured in an environment characterised by high expectations with opportunities for participation, leadership, goal setting, autonomy and personal development through a range of extra-curricular activities. With parents, we share responsibility for encouraging children to develop a sense of purpose while building resilience.

At Werrimull we believe that children learn best when:

• They are actively involved in their learning
• They take responsibility for their own learning
• There is clear demonstration and expectation
• They have a positive self esteem
• The learning fulfils their own needs, purpose and interest
• There are positive links between home and school

Parents are encouraged to participate in our programs, sporting events, school activities and School Council. We welcome parental/guardian support, as this strengthens links between home and school to enhance the educational achievements of our students. Parental involvement covers a wide range of activities including shared reading, sporting activities and special events and activities. Programs at Werrimull P-12 are supported formally by a hard working School Council who oversee all aspects of the school's management.

We enjoy an open and friendly atmosphere and welcome community input and feedback about our school.

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.

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.

• Manage the use and maintenance of equipment within a work area.
• Ensure security is maintained within a work area.
• Evaluate and select equipment and materials and make recommendations to senior management.
• Develop procedures relating to the use and maintenance of equipment and materials.
• Coordinate the purchase of equipment and materials.

Individuals with the aptitude, experience and/or qualifications to fulfill the specific requirements of the position.

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

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

• 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