Library Assistant

Location Profile
Broadford Secondary College is a co-educational Secondary College located in the township of Broadford, 70km north of Melbourne. The College draws students from Broadford and Kilmore Primary schools as well as other primary schools including Wandong, Pyalong, Tallarook and Willowmavin.
Broadford Secondary College vision is: to give every person, every opportunity, every day. YAAWINBU YANANINON "Enjoy Your Journey". The values our college community embraces are: Respect, Responsibility, Organisation, Persistence and Excellence.
In 2024 the school's enrolment is 780 students, divided into two sub-schools: a Junior School comprising 6 classes of Year 7 students, 6 classes of Year 8 students and 6 classes of year 9 students; and a Senior School comprising of 5 classes of Years 10 students, 5 classes of Year 11 students and 4 classes of Year 12 students including VCAL.
The College offers a wide range of subjects at VCE and has an established VCAL program at Foundation, Intermediate and Senior Levels. There are opportunities for students to be offered access to VCE subjects in Year 10. VET courses offered on site include Building and Construction and Business Administration. The College also runs a Flexible Learning Option program for 15 students aged 15-18 years. This off-site alternative learning setting is in partnership with VRQA-registered Central Ranges Local Learning and Employment Network (CRLLEN) which enrols students in the VET course Active Volunteering and offers literacy and numeracy units of learning. Other courses are delivered at TAFE Colleges which are accessible by train. The school is also a member of the Central Ranges Trade Training Centre (CRTTC) which gives students access to outstanding facilities for Automotive and Engineering VET studies.
The school's transition program is coordinated by an Assistant Principal who works with all students and their families moving into Year 7; the role provides opportunities for feeder school and new parents to converse with the College. A hand-over to the Year 7 coordinators and advocates occurs early in the new academic year. This process allows for a smooth, well-planned community-based approach.
The College Student Family Occupation and Education (SFOE) index is: 0.4843, the staffing profile is made up of 1 Principal, 3 Assistant Principals, 5 Leading Teachers, 3 Learning Specialists, 53 teachers (45 EFT), 23 Educational Support Staff (19.08EFT), a Business Manager and a maintenance person.
Selection Criteria
SC1 Demonstrated experience and skills in coordinating a specific education support function.
SC2 Demonstrated capacity to supervise the work of other support staff and to develop procedures and guidelines relating to the work area.
SC3 Demonstrated 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 in respect to the work area.
SC6 Demonstrated commitment to professional learning and growth for both self and others.
Role
[Attendance requirement for this position]
Performs and/or supervises tasks that are carried out in accordance with guidelines, accepted practice and school policy. This may include the supervision and coordination of other education support class staff within the work area or educational program. Supervision and coordination would be limited to ensuring routine tasks are performed to required standards. Input into identifying training needs and development of education support class staff within the work area or educational program becomes an important feature at range 2.
Specialised support to achieve specific outcomes is a feature of range 2. Typically this will involve accountability for a single function, (e.g. ensuring data is properly maintained) or the operation of a work area (e.g. managing the day to day operation of a school office) under the direction of the principal or another senior manager.
Provides support to teachers and students that is beyond the routine support provided at education support class Level 1, range 1. Within an educational program assists teachers with the coordination of the support function, such as directing/organising the work of other support staff or providing a specialist support role.
Undertakes medical intervention support tasks or other specialised student/teacher support roles that require specific training that must be updated 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.
Performs 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 laboratories would be typical examples.
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 employee's position or involves supervision of students individually or in small groups, in controlled circumstances, where the responsibility for students remains clearly with a teacher.
Responsibilities
Provides coordination support to teachers through rostering and the organisation of the work of a team of aides, including supervision and guidance. Conducts routine presentations to parents to assist teachers in communicating objectives and outcomes relating to educational programs and/or students. Liaise with external providers of support services. Provide medical intervention support that involves a specific medical condition approved by the Department, requires specialised training/instruction that requires regular updating and has clearly defined responsibility for the administration of such support.
Who May Apply
Individuals with the aptitude, experience and/or qualifications to fulfill the specific requirements of the position.
EEO AND OHS Commitment
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.
Child Safe Standards
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
DE Values
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
Other Information
All applicants must have a personal profile on Recruitment online and ensure that it is up to date including VIT registration status. Applications should also be lodged on Recruitment online to ensure that notification of outcomes is delivered to a current email address.
Applications must include:
A specific response to each of the key selection criteria and position details. It is suggested that applicants limit their response to no more than 7 pages. A CV with a summary of experience and qualifications. The names and contact details of up to three referees who can provide information regarding the applicant in relation to the key selection criteria.
Additional Information
Ms Tania Pearson is the Executive Officer acting on behalf of the Selection Panel. She can be contacted for more information on 03 5784 1***.
Conditions of Employment
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