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Form of workPurpose Timboon P-12 School is committed to continuous improvement in our learning and teaching that reflects current and future learning needs. The school is proud of a culture that provides quality learning opportunities with a focus on ensuring that all members of the school experience success that leads to their chosen pathway of further education or employment. ValuesThrough the implementation of the Respectful Relationships Program, the school values are RESPECT, COMMITMENT and EMPATHY.
Timboon P-12 School is a school where relationships are based on trust and mutual respect: Where the contributions of all are valued and acknowledged. These values are underpinned by the school motto: ¿Strength through Understanding¿ by providing high levels of academic, social and emotional learning for all our students. Environmental ContextSocio-demographic CompositionTimboon P-12 School is located on one campus of eight picturesque tree filled hectares, 53 kilometres east of Warrnambool.
The town of Timboon is the focal point of a remote, rural community economically dependent on the dairy industry; the development of a local boutique food producers trail is adding to the town¿s tourism appeal created by its proximity to coastal and marine national parks. Timboon P-12 School is close to tourist destinations along the Shipwreck Coast and this provides employment in the hospitality industry. Agribusiness, gas production, education and health services also provide valuable employment.
The school has a modern School/Community Library, industry-standard Food Technology, school hall, metalwork and woodwork facilities, a canteen, Agri-centre and shares a sporting complex with the local community. In 2019 the school officially opened a $5-Million-dollar redevelopment. This included a brand-new secondary wing with classrooms and specialist spaces.
There are open spaces for students but also traditional classrooms. The primary campus moved into redeveloped classroom in 2019, previously occupied by the Secondary. The primary section is spread over 3 buildings including the original school built in 1948. Curriculum ProvisionThe school provides a comprehensive curriculum with a strong focus on literacy and numeracy.
Instruction is based on teaching students at the point of need, using Gradual Release of Responsibility to develop independence and enhance the engagement of all students. Curriculum initiatives include; Sounds Write, Primary Science, STEM and ICT curriculum, and a wide selection of VET subjects. An extensive list of VCE and VCE VM subjects is available to students.
An integrated curriculum program and unit system address the domains of Science, Humanities/History, Design and Technology, The Arts, Civics and Citizenship, Health, and LOTE which are cross-referenced with literacy. Specialist teachers provide targeted instruction. Interdisciplinary, personal, and social learning are addressed within the domains and supported by a range of Outdoor Education camps and excursions.
Students with special needs are well supported by Educational Support Staff and a Special Needs Coordinator. Individual Learning Plans are developed across the school for students well above and well-below the expected level of the curriculum.
Individual pathway interviews take place for all students in years 10 to 12. In 2012 the innovative Timboon Agriculture Project was created. It is a school/industry partnership initiative through which businesses and community members support and work with Timboon P-12 School¿s teaching staff to integrate 'real-life learning¿ into the curriculum to:
- Support student learning and increase applied learning opportunities,
- Increase student awareness of preparation for and interest in agricultural education pathways and careers,
- Increase school engagement with the local community,
- Improve retention of students at secondary level, and retention or return of school leavers to the district.
The 'TAP¿ (Timboon Agriculture Project) program is based around the local Agriculture Industry and is well supported by families, local business and community. Extra-CurriculaThe school is an active participant in district sports, including team and individual events. Students are encouraged to participate in instrumental music lessons provided at school and rock bands in
Year 6. Every second year, the school runs a musical/theatre production. The school supports local community events, such as Crayfest, ANZAC, and Remembrance Day commemorations.
Student leadership roles exist throughout the school, including School Captains, House Captains, Student Representative Council and Junior School Council members.
SC1 Demonstrated capacity to undertake routine support tasks across a range of functions in one or more work areas within the school environment.
SC2 Demonstrated capacity to communicate effectively with members of the school community including students and the capacity to provide support and/or attendant care to students where necessary.
SC3 Demonstrated capacity to collaborate and communicate effectively in a team environment.
SC4 Possess the technical knowledge and expertise relevant to the position.
SC5 A commitment to professional learning and growth for both self and others.
[Attendance requirement for this position]
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.
- Undertake ordering, food preparation, material organisation, cleaning and other duties for Food Tech and VET Hospitality classes as requested by classroom teachers.
- Support small groups and individual student in class toward their learning objectives as directed by classroom teachers.
- Support the operations of the canteen through preparation for service, serving at recess and lunch, cleaning as required and other related tasks as required by the canteen manager.
- Complete other support tasks as required.
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 *******@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
