AddressBelvoir Special School is a multi-mode specialist school in Wodonga which provides a high quality educational program for students with mild, moderate and profound intellectual disabilities. Around 45% of our students have a co-morbid diagnosis of Autism as well as an intellectual disability. Many students also have a level of Physical disability. Students range in age from five to eighteen years of age.
In 2014 the school moved to a brand new purpose built facility which has been constructed for a peak enrolment of around 195 students. Current student population is 200.
To attend the school students must meet the state-wide eligibility criteria and are enrolled at Belvoir Special School after consultation with parents, previous schools or kindergartens and appropriate paramedic personnel if needed, in accordance with the school’s documented enrolment policy.
Our school’s philosophy is reflected in its programs and based on the belief that children learn best in a co-operative environment that is happy, challenging, supportive and non-threatening. Belvoir is a School Wide Positive Behaviour Support School and has developed a school culture that is reflected by the ideals of SW-PBS.
As a school we encourage active involvement and participation of students, staff, parents, caregivers, volunteers and the wider community.
Belvoir is committed to develop lifelong learners who are encouraged to pursue their individual strengths and talents. Our aim is to enable all students who graduate from Belvoir to live an ‘enviable life’ which allows then to achieve all their dreams. To do this we require committed teachers who see the special characteristics of all of our students and will strive to ensure each individual feels safe, is confident and valued as a person.
KSC 1 Competency and experience in clinical nursing assessment and ability to work as a sole health professional within a F-12 and special education school.
KSC 2 Demonstrated expertise in public/school health.
KSC 3 Ability to relate positively to all stakeholders.
KSC 4 Demonstrated experience in effective record management, activity recording, assessment and care planning.
KSC 5 Communicate well with stakeholders from a diverse range of cultures and backgrounds.
KSC 6 Relevant training and qualifications
A School Nurse supports the Belvoir Special School community. The role involves and is not limited to:-
- Developing and implementing health plans.
- Providing confidential health advice and health care for children with special needs, disabilities; and medical conditions.
- Supporting, advising, and referring young people to Mental Health Practitioners.
- Providing advice to parents, caregivers and staff on management of illnesses and control of infectious diseases.
- Implementing immunisation programs.
- Provide education on personal, social and health care to students and families, such as Asthma, diabetes and epilepsy,
Range 4 is distinguished by broader management responsibility, particularly in the areas of finance, human resource and other support functions. Range 4 is responsible for managing a range of functions under a wide range of conditions; subject to the size and complexity of school operations.
Objectives will, generally, be clearly defined; guidelines will be broad and day-to-day direction minimal, Management responsibility extends to ensuring appropriate Support Levels are maintained across the school. Range 4 generally provides key support and timely advice to the leadership team and school council and liaises with the general school community, the Department and other government agencies and service providers.
Specialised professional roles will carry a high level of independence and accountability where suitable scope is provided to achieve objectives.
An education support class position supports the educational services being provided to students, but must not include duties of teaching as defined in clause 2.6.1 of the Education and Training Reform Act 2006 (Vic) or its successor. Supervision of students cannot be required except where it is an integral part of the employeeö position or involves supervision of students individually or in small groups, In controlled circumstances, where the responsibility for students remains clearly with a teacher.
- Provide an effective primary nursing role and ensure appropriate and timely first aid treatment for students and staff during the school term.
- Provide health advice regarding the management of student health needs to staff as applicable.
- Administer Schedule 2 and 3 (non-prescription) medications.
- Administer medication to students which is supplied by parents/guardians; Contact and refer to other medical and health practitioners, where needed.
- Consult with parents/guardians regarding illness/injury related matters.
- Work with RN to ensure that staff are up to date in relation to medical alerts/medical data, particularly in relation to Anaphylaxis and Asthma management, communication plans and Health Plans.
- Assist RN with the Immunisation program for students.
- Work with RN/staff and parents to ensure students with high medical needs are met,
- Maintain welt documented health records on all students including medical history, incidents, and treatment reporting.
- Liaise with teachers regarding the management of an individual student's condition or injury when necessary Working with RN to ensure medical management plans (including risk Immunisation plans) for students with anaphylaxis, asthma, diabetes, and other serious medical conditions are updated regularly and communicated to relevant staff.
- Practices within a professional and ethical nursing framework.
- Advocates for and protects the rights of children and young people.
Coordinate, organise, and provide health promotion considering the whole of school community approach and focus on all sectors of the school.
Entering Injury Report Data on to the CASES21 database and absences on to Xuno
- Organising first aid supplies for excursions, camps, and whole-school activities.
- Monitor defib machines across the school. Reviewing and replenish first aid kits located in various locations around the school to ensure all items are within expiration date and are fully stocked.
- Participates in ongoing professional development as relevant to the role and registration requirements.
Coordinate DISS bookings and program requirements.
Other duties as directed by the school Business Manager or Principal
Individuals with the aptitude, experience and/or qualifications to fulfill the specific requirements of the position.
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).
Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander applicants can contact Brett West, Yamatji man, in the Koorie Outcomes Division to talk about the recruitment process, the Department and supports for Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander people in the Department. Mobile: 0477 726 *** or email on: **********@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 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 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
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.
Essential qualifications and Education
- Current Victorian Nurses Board Registration
- First Aid Certification- updated 3 yearly
- Current Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation certification
- Willing to obtain training within the education setting (Anaphylaxis and Asthma Victoria qualifications).
- Current experience as a EEN Nurse within the past 5 years
- Current driver's licence
- Satisfy a Working with Children Check
- A high standard of written English is required and a capacity to use online management systems.
- 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
