Job Description
Overview
Work Type: Ongoing - Part-time
Salary: Salary not specified
Grade: Education Support - Level 1, Range 3
Occupation: Education and training
Location: Melbourne - Northern suburbs
Reference: 1523462
Selection Criteria
Capacity to undertake routine support tasks across a range of functions in one or more work areas within a school environment.
Demonstrated capacity to communicate effectively and sensitively with members of the school community including students and the capacity to provide support and / or attendant care to students where necessary.
Demonstrated proficiency in the use of office systems, software or technical equipment as relevant to the position.
Capacity to work cooperatively with a range of people including teachers, education support, students and parents to cater for the learning/physical difficulties of specific students and modify work as appropriate.
A demonstrated capacity to support the physical, social and learning needs of a student with severe Cerebral Palsy / Spastic Quadriplegia, sensory processing challenges and complex communication needs.
Role
Positions at this level undertake a variety of duties which may include administrative, clerical, keyboard support, assisting with maintenance and management of stores and supplies, assisting teachers in the classroom and other educational activities and providing attendant care and assistance to students. The position may work within a variety of school settings, such as office, library, laboratories (science, computer, language, music or other).
Responsibilities
Provide physical and emotional care for students with complex learning and physical difficulties through assistance with eating, dressing, washing and personal requirements where mutual agreement is reached, appropriate information and training is provided and relevant regulations are followed.
Participate in team meetings and work closely with the Disability Inclusion Coordinator, Disability Inclusion leader and Assistant Principal and assist with direction, in the facilitation of the schools overall integration program.
Assist with student mobility enabling, toileting supervision, support with eating, access to classrooms and recreation areas, transport etc. This should occur in a context where training in procedures is provided and equipment is used where necessary,
Assist teachers with the implementation of the program in the classroom and when in attendance at sport, work experience, excursion, camps and school programs.
Assist in the preparation of student resources and equipment and modification of student work where necessary.
Prepare basic curriculum support resources and set up and put away equipment and materials in support of teaching programs.
Provide intensive supervision such as one-to-one attendant care to ensure safety inside and outside the classroom and during both instruction and non-instruction time if needed. This may include supervision at recess and lunchtime.
Assist under direction, with paramedical, outdoor physical education sessions together with therapy activities, exercises and mobility.
Ensure that the Disability Inclusion Coordinator & Leader are kept informed and record notes onto Compass as needed.
Undertake all duties currently expected of Education Support Officers Range 2.
Who May Apply
Individuals with the aptitude, experience and/or qualifications to fulfill the specific requirements of the position.
Diversity and Inclusion
The department is committed to diversity and inclusion and developing a workforce that is representative of the community we service. We value diversity and inclusion in all forms - culture, gender, religion, ethnicity, LGBTIQA+, 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 safe, respectful and inclusive workplaces is essential to high performance and promotes flexible work and diversity across all schools and Department workplaces. It is our policy to provide reasonable adjustments for staff with disability (see Workplace adjustment guidelines).
Additional support and advice on the recruitment process is available to Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander candidates from the Koorie Outcomes Division (KOD) via [email protected]
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.
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:
https://www2.education.vic.gov.au/pal/child-safe-standards/policy
DE Values
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
Other Information
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
Please include the following information:
A specific response to the selection criteria with regard to the position advertised (no more than one page per criteria);
A summary of experience and qualifications (curriculum vitae);
Names, contact details, nature of relationship to you, mobile number and email addresses of three referees who can provide information regarding your application in relation to the key selection criteria. Please note that referees other than those nominated, may also be contacted.
Thank you for your interest in this position at Montmorency Secondary College. If you have any queries regarding this position, please contact Lisa Ball on 9422 1500.
For further information about Montmorency Secondary College refer to our website: www.montysc.vic.edu.au
Conditions of Employment
This vacancy is specifically linked to Student Support Funding and is ongoing. If the funding reduces or ceases during the first seven years of employment, employment may cease subject to the provision of at least 12 weeks’ notice.
Location Profile
Montmorency Secondary is a large, co-educational Year 7 to 12 College situated approximately 20 kilometres north-east of the Melbourne CBD. Our current enrolment of more than 1000 students is accommodated in a single campus bordered by park reserves and the Plenty River.
The College is set in an attractive park-like environment. Our amenities include 400-seat auditorium, a significant new basketball stadium complex, which incorporates three Olympic-standard basketball courts and two standard basketball courts, two high-quality kitchens for Food Studies, a tailor-made Materials Technology Centre (for Wood and Metal Classes), and fully networked ICT facilities throughout. Our facilities include purpose-built Labs for each science domains of Biology, Chemistry and Physics, where students use modern facilities for science investigations and deeper learning. Our general classrooms are bright, spacious and beautifully appointed with state-of-the-art technology to support teaching and learning. The College shares neighbouring sports ovals and athletics track with the local community.
The College motto is 'Pride in Achievement'. Our core values are Courage, Friendship, Achievement, Trust, Happiness and Teamwork. Our Purpose Statement 'encourages students and staff to achieve their personal best in an environment that promotes excellence and responsibility and recognises individual differences'. The College is organised into three sub-schools (Junior, Middle and Senior Schools). It has a strong, well-developed Pastoral Care program focused on supporting students at each year level to maximise their learning opportunities and take advantage of the many programs that the College provides. We offer a Core/Elective structure from Years 8-10 and extensive VCE and VET acceleration options for Years 10-12 to encourage students to take ownership of their studies and extend their talents. Year 7 focuses on supporting our students to experience a smooth transition into secondary school. Student leadership and successful transition into and leaving school are priorities. Important features of the College include its highly acclaimed Student Leadership Program, a genuine and powerful student voice, and strong links with our local community.
Applications close Wednesday 15 April 2026 at 11.59pm
Posted
2 April 2026
Work Type: Ongoing - Part-time
Salary: Salary not specified
Grade: Education Support - Level 1, Range 3
Occupation: Education and training
Location: Melbourne - Northern suburbs
Reference: 1523462
Selection Criteria
Capacity to undertake routine support tasks across a range of functions in one or more work areas within a school environment.
Demonstrated capacity to communicate effectively and sensitively with members of the school community including students and the capacity to provide support and / or attendant care to students where necessary.
Demonstrated proficiency in the use of office systems, software or technical equipment as relevant to the position.
Capacity to work cooperatively with a range of people including teachers, education support, students and parents to cater for the learning/physical difficulties of specific students and modify work as appropriate.
A demonstrated capacity to support the physical, social and learning needs of a student with severe Cerebral Palsy / Spastic Quadriplegia, sensory processing challenges and complex communication needs.
Role
Positions at this level undertake a variety of duties which may include administrative, clerical, keyboard support, assisting with maintenance and management of stores and supplies, assisting teachers in the classroom and other educational activities and providing attendant care and assistance to students. The position may work within a variety of school settings, such as office, library, laboratories (science, computer, language, music or other).
Responsibilities
Provide physical and emotional care for students with complex learning and physical difficulties through assistance with eating, dressing, washing and personal requirements where mutual agreement is reached, appropriate information and training is provided and relevant regulations are followed.
Participate in team meetings and work closely with the Disability Inclusion Coordinator, Disability Inclusion leader and Assistant Principal and assist with direction, in the facilitation of the schools overall integration program.
Assist with student mobility enabling, toileting supervision, support with eating, access to classrooms and recreation areas, transport etc. This should occur in a context where training in procedures is provided and equipment is used where necessary,
Assist teachers with the implementation of the program in the classroom and when in attendance at sport, work experience, excursion, camps and school programs.
Assist in the preparation of student resources and equipment and modification of student work where necessary.
Prepare basic curriculum support resources and set up and put away equipment and materials in support of teaching programs.
Provide intensive supervision such as one-to-one attendant care to ensure safety inside and outside the classroom and during both instruction and non-instruction time if needed. This may include supervision at recess and lunchtime.
Assist under direction, with paramedical, outdoor physical education sessions together with therapy activities, exercises and mobility.
Ensure that the Disability Inclusion Coordinator & Leader are kept informed and record notes onto Compass as needed.
Undertake all duties currently expected of Education Support Officers Range 2.
Who May Apply
Individuals with the aptitude, experience and/or qualifications to fulfill the specific requirements of the position.
Diversity and Inclusion
The department is committed to diversity and inclusion and developing a workforce that is representative of the community we service. We value diversity and inclusion in all forms - culture, gender, religion, ethnicity, LGBTIQA+, 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 safe, respectful and inclusive workplaces is essential to high performance and promotes flexible work and diversity across all schools and Department workplaces. It is our policy to provide reasonable adjustments for staff with disability (see Workplace adjustment guidelines).
Additional support and advice on the recruitment process is available to Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander candidates from the Koorie Outcomes Division (KOD) via [email protected]
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.
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:
https://www2.education.vic.gov.au/pal/child-safe-standards/policy
DE Values
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
Other Information
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
Please include the following information:
A specific response to the selection criteria with regard to the position advertised (no more than one page per criteria);
A summary of experience and qualifications (curriculum vitae);
Names, contact details, nature of relationship to you, mobile number and email addresses of three referees who can provide information regarding your application in relation to the key selection criteria. Please note that referees other than those nominated, may also be contacted.
Thank you for your interest in this position at Montmorency Secondary College. If you have any queries regarding this position, please contact Lisa Ball on 9422 1500.
For further information about Montmorency Secondary College refer to our website: www.montysc.vic.edu.au
Conditions of Employment
This vacancy is specifically linked to Student Support Funding and is ongoing. If the funding reduces or ceases during the first seven years of employment, employment may cease subject to the provision of at least 12 weeks’ notice.
Location Profile
Montmorency Secondary is a large, co-educational Year 7 to 12 College situated approximately 20 kilometres north-east of the Melbourne CBD. Our current enrolment of more than 1000 students is accommodated in a single campus bordered by park reserves and the Plenty River.
The College is set in an attractive park-like environment. Our amenities include 400-seat auditorium, a significant new basketball stadium complex, which incorporates three Olympic-standard basketball courts and two standard basketball courts, two high-quality kitchens for Food Studies, a tailor-made Materials Technology Centre (for Wood and Metal Classes), and fully networked ICT facilities throughout. Our facilities include purpose-built Labs for each science domains of Biology, Chemistry and Physics, where students use modern facilities for science investigations and deeper learning. Our general classrooms are bright, spacious and beautifully appointed with state-of-the-art technology to support teaching and learning. The College shares neighbouring sports ovals and athletics track with the local community.
The College motto is 'Pride in Achievement'. Our core values are Courage, Friendship, Achievement, Trust, Happiness and Teamwork. Our Purpose Statement 'encourages students and staff to achieve their personal best in an environment that promotes excellence and responsibility and recognises individual differences'. The College is organised into three sub-schools (Junior, Middle and Senior Schools). It has a strong, well-developed Pastoral Care program focused on supporting students at each year level to maximise their learning opportunities and take advantage of the many programs that the College provides. We offer a Core/Elective structure from Years 8-10 and extensive VCE and VET acceleration options for Years 10-12 to encourage students to take ownership of their studies and extend their talents. Year 7 focuses on supporting our students to experience a smooth transition into secondary school. Student leadership and successful transition into and leaving school are priorities. Important features of the College include its highly acclaimed Student Leadership Program, a genuine and powerful student voice, and strong links with our local community.
Applications close Wednesday 15 April 2026 at 11.59pm
Posted
2 April 2026
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