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Form of workLara Secondary College will be in its twentieth year of operation in 2023. We have built the school with a clear vision for continuous improvement with the student at the centre of all that we do. Our vision and direction is guided by our values of EXCELLENCE, TEAMWORK, COMMITMENT AND RESPECT which is centred on our College Motto ¿ Realise Your Potential.
Our agreed purpose is to ensure that all students are successful in reaching their potential in the shared knowledge that all students can learn. The College offers a rich and broad curriculum across all year levels. Students in Years 7/8 work in ¿pods¿ of two classes enabling high levels of monitoring, learning and differentiation with two core teachers to ensure that strong relationships are built as student¿s transition to the secondary setting. We also have a broad range of elective based subjects at Years 10 and we offer many opportunities for students to select their VCE/VET or VCAL subjects according to their academic passions.
Lara Secondary College is committed to work as a Professional Learning Community (Defour and Defour) and we are committed to working collaboratively to establish a guaranteed and viable Curriculum as well as closely monitoring student learning and ensuring that a structured process of intervention is in place to ensure that ¿all students learn¿.
At Lara Secondary College every student is supported to be their best and learn to their full potential in an environment where teachers are passionate about their work and their students.
The College has a strong focus on delivering high quality teacher practice via the implementation of a Common Instructional Model, which focuses on the 9 High Yield Teaching Strategies outlined in Dr. Jane Pollock's book ¿Classroom Instruction that Works¿ (Marzano, Pickering & Pollock).
School Wide Positive Behaviours is our framework for the ongoing support and development of student wellbeing. These priorities are embedded in our practice and enable the school to be clearly focused on the work that is critical to student success. We know that relationships between students and teachers have a large impact on student learning and our work. We understand that students learn best when they relate well to their teachers, when they feel safe and secure.
Our intensive pastoral care curriculum across Years 7 - 12 includes a structured program to support the development of academic success, individual self-esteem, learning confidence, resilience and persistence, as well as the essential ability to relate positively to others. We pride ourselves on strong and positive relationships between staff and students and work with passion and enthusiasm to ensure that every student gains the maximum benefit from their secondary education at Lara Secondary College.
Lara Secondary College has a very strong focus on the five main areas listed below:
Common Instructional Teaching Model
All teachers at the College deliver their lessons in an agreed Common Instructional Model based on the implementation of 9 evidence based High Yield Teaching strategies. Such teaching strategies are implemented in order to gain high level achievement growth for all students across Years 7 ¿ 12. Teaching staff regularly collaborate to ensure high quality teaching strategies are implemented across every class within the College.
Student Engagement Policy
The College implements very clear guidelines in relation to student management and health and wellbeing. Such clear and concise documentation enables all people involved with our College to develop a real sense of pride and belonging to the College. Respect of oneself and each other is a strong focus of the College.
School Improvement Policy
We believe that all students learn at different rates. It is for this reason that all students from Year 7 ¿ 10 have the opportunity to improve their first result on a Common Assessment Task, if they believe with an extra week of study and more effort, they will fully understand the topic being studied and therefore obtain a better grade. We provide opportunities for all students to understand that the amount of effort they place into their studies will ultimately determine their level of academic success. `Attitude not Aptitude, will determine your Altitude¿
Academic Scholarships at Year 7 and Year 10
The College offers Academic Scholarships at Year 7 and Year 10 to the value of $500 each year for 3 years duration. The Academic Scholarships help support those students who are academically talented and ensure they are financially supported in reaching their high academic potential throughout their years in secondary school. Such students are also able to access our Year 7 ¿ 9 Enrichment Classes where they will undertake more challenging curriculum work, amongst students of similar abilities.
Extra ¿ Curricula Programs
The College offers a wide range of Extra ¿Curricula Programs including Performing Arts Evenings, Senior and Junior Music Evenings, Inter School Sports, Youth Parliament, Homework Club, SRC Leadership Involvement, School for Student Leadership Program, Year 9 Connections Program, International Exchange Programs, Upstart Business Ideas Program and many more.
SC1 Ability to deliver a comprehensive Occupational Therapy service to students and families in an educational environment. Service encompasses assessment, analysis, reporting, individual/group work, education, and program delivery advice.
SC2 Demonstrated ability to work with students who present with complex needs and/or challenging behaviours.
SC3 High level of communication and interpersonal skills when dealing with students, staff, parents and other members of the community and an ability to develop collaborative working relationships and participate effectively in a team environment
SC4 Highly developed organisational skills with a demonstrated ability to work independently, utilise effective time management strategies, establish priorities and meet deadlines.
SC5 Demonstrated knowledge of Disability Inclusion within a School setting and an understanding of the Disability Inclusion Profile framework.
As an Occupational Therapist, you will work in our multidisciplinary team. You will work closely under the leadership of the Inclusion Learning Specialist and other allied health staff, teachers, our learning support, and wellbeing teams. You will be responsible for assisting the students to access and participate in their school curriculum.
The position would best suit an Occupational Therapist who is highly motivated, organised, and passionate, with a can-do attitude to work independently and in a team to meet our school visions.
The Occupational Therapist provides support to classroom staff, including discussion, modelling, and guidance regarding the implementation of recommendations to enhance participation and independence for our students. The Occupational Therapist will complete standardised, observational, and formal assessments.
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 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.
- Provide Occupational Therapy, assessment, and intervention support to students and families in achieving their goals.
- Regularly evaluate progress and outcomes, using relevant measures, and provide reports when necessary.
- Work collaboratively with the Inclusion Leader and the Wellbeing Leader in the school.
- Work as part of a team and independently.
- Participate in active supervision, observations, and Student Support Group meetings.
- Opportunity to develop and facilitate groups based on student needs.
- Provide recommendations to staff to facilitate adjustments that will improve student learning outcomes and well-being.
- Support professional learning as needed to improve staff capacity to support students with additional needs.
- Provide specialised Occupational Therapy intervention for individual students, or small groups of students where appropriate.
- Provide strategic advice to the Executive leadership team regarding the allocation of Disability Inclusion funding, resources, and initiatives to enhance learning outcomes for students.
- Develop, lead, and implement Professional Learning that will enhance the practice of school staff and leaders.
- Management and oversight of the creation of appropriate Student Profiles.
- Other related duties as decided by the principal.
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 this position. Should you be successful, you will be given the opportunity to negotiate your preferred Time Fraction as part of the recruitment process.
The Department of Education (the department) 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:
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
- 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
