Education Support Officer

Bacchus Marsh Grammar is an independent, co-educational non-denominational, Prep Reception to Year 12 School with three vibrant campuses in Melbourne’s west. The school prides itself on being an employer of choice and the professionalism, diligence and quality of its staff.

We are seeking a passionate and dedicated Education Support Officer to join our Student Support Department. This position will collaborate with Teaching staff across the school at the Maddingley and Woodlea Campuses. The position will be ongoing.  Applicants interested in full-time or part-time employment are encouraged to apply. Hours of work are 8:30 am until 4:30 pm, Monday to Friday.  

Salary will be negotiated with the preferred applicant based on the level of experience and current qualifications. 

The primary objective of the Education Support Officer is to assist teaching staff in providing the best possible education for each child, in line with the School’s values and educational objectives. This position will undertake routine tasks that are usually carried out under close supervision and direction.

Benefits of Working at Bacchus Marsh Grammar

• School Holiday arrangements in place for this position. 
• Access to the Christmas shutdown/School closure of which all Employees are granted leave over this period without deducted from their annual leave entitlements. This occurs from the Friday falling before the 21st of December of each year until the Monday following New Year’s day, unless that Monday is a public holiday in which case the School will remain closed until the next working day.  
• Mid-term breaks (one day each term is allocated by the School at the Principals discretion at which all Employees will be entitled to paid leave on this day). 
• Salary Packaging.
• Professional development. 

Key Selection Criteria

The successful applicant will have:

• Qualification in Education Support.
• Working with Children Check (employment card).
• National Criminal Police Check.
• First Aid Certificate.
• Valid driver’s licence.
• Demonstrated experience in undertaking routine support tasks across a range of functions in one or more areas within a similar position in a school environment.
• Demonstrated capacity to work collaboratively with colleagues and to communicate effectively with members of the school community including students.
• Ability to adapt with the needs in a classroom and prioritise tasks.
• Experience in using a wide range of strategies to cater for diverse student needs and backgrounds, including children with a disability.
• Experience and ability to work with students across varied year levels as required.
• Demonstrated experience in a similar position desirable. 

How to Apply

If this looks like the opportunity you have been looking for, please click on the Apply Now above below to commence the application process. 

Addressed to Mrs Ros Pittard, Deputy Principal: Student Support your application should include a current curriculum vitae listing contact details of two professional referees, together with a one-page cover letter outlining your suitability for this position. 

A copy of the position description for this opportunity can be obtained from our website www.bmg.vic.edu.au.  

Applications close 9:00 am, Monday 25 March 2024. 

All children and young people who come to Bacchus Marsh Grammar have a right to feel and be safe. We are committed to the safety and wellbeing of all children and young people. We are committed to providing a child safe and child friendly environment. The school regards its child safe responsibilities with the utmost importance. Further information is available on the school’s website.