Job Description
Overview
Work Type: Fixed-term - Part-time
Salary: Salary not specified
Grade: Education Support - Level 1, Range 2
Occupation: Education and training
Location: Gippsland - Bass Coast
Reference: 1516618
Location Profile
VISION
Achieving success in a caring and creative environment.
PHILOSOPHY
We believe all students can learn and that all students can be successful
We believe that individual well-being stems from a sense of accomplishment and belonging
We believe there are different forms of success
MISSION
Bass Coast College seeks to create a challenging learning environment that encourages high expectations for success through instruction that caters for individual differences and learning styles. Creativity and care are pillars of our learning environment.
In addition to developing skills and knowledge, we also aim to develop:
A sense of adventure
Emotional Intelligence
An appreciation of the context of knowledge / learning
Respect for self/others
Team skills
Problem solving skills
Aspiration
Responsibility
Organisational skills
Resilience
Genuine empathy for our students is central to our practice. An understanding of them and their personal circumstances is essential in a holistic approach to their learning.
PROFILE
Located in the Inner Gippsland Area of DET's South-East Victoria Region, Bass Coast College is a Year 7-12 multi-campus school of around 1600 students. The Dudley Campus (Years 7 to 9) and the Wonthaggi Campus (Years 10 to 12) are situated three kilometres apart. A second junior campus (Years 7 to 9) has opened San Remo, and our FLOW Campus in Wonthaggi provides individualised learning programs for students requiring specialised support.
Located in the rapidly growing Bass Coast Shire, the College is very proud to be the government secondary education provider for the area. It draws its students from nine feeder schools located in the Bass Coast Shire. The College's zone encompasses a large rural and coastal area centred around Wonthaggi, Inverloch, Grantville/Corinella, Coronet Bay and Phillip Island. Over half of the student population travel to the school by bus.
The current staffing levels comprise approximately 140 teachers and 60 non-teaching staff.
Bass Coast College recognises that students have different needs, abilities, interests, and ambitions and that its students are drawn from a wide range of socio-economic backgrounds. These differences are catered for through the development of a comprehensive curriculum that extends and challenges students to realize their full potential. Sequential courses of study are provided for Years 7 to 10 in each of the Key Learning Areas. This is achieved using core units at Years 7 and 8, and a mixture of core and elective subjects at Years * and 10. With a large Year 11 and Year 12 student population, the College is able to offer a broad range of Victorian Certificate of Education (VCE) units and has a strong commitment to Vocational Education and Training (VET) programs. A successful Victorian Certificate of Applied Learning (VCAL) program operates.
Our FLOW campus (Flexible Learning Options Wonthaggi) provides specialist programs for many `at risk¿ students. This includes an Outreach program that supports approximately 15 students each year who have extreme mental health conditions that place them ¿at risk¿ of non-participation. We also work with the two Wonthaggi primary schools to supply an intervention/transition program for chronically absent students in Years 5 to 10 (FLO Wonthaggi). In 2019 we introduced a Pre-CAL program to accommodate a number of `at-risk¿ students in Years * and 10. Mental Health support and Individual Education Plans are central to all work at this campus.
The College continues to develop its enrichment and consolidation programs. Students in Years 10 and 11 have the opportunity to accelerate through the VCE by taking higher-level units than is the norm for their age cohort. A very successful select entry (SEAL) program operates on the Dudley and San Remo Campuses.
College staff conduct a range of quality curriculum and co-curricular programs across all campuses. The College has a tradition of student participation and success in the Performing Arts. The College is the coordinating school for the South Gippsland Schools Music Program and currently has around 100 students involved in the program. Bass Coast College regularly enjoys sporting success at local, state, and national levels. An ADVANCE program (based on surf lifesaving) also operates in the College.
Participation in Human Powered Vehicle events is also an established part of the College's co-curricular program. An annual Human Powered Vehicle Grand Prix is a major feature of the local community calendar.
The College is committed to the welfare of its students. To this end, a Student Welfare Coordinator is attached to each campus, along with Careers counselling. The staff are dedicated professional educators who place importance on quality teaching and professional development. The College provides a caring, supportive environment whilst also encouraging teamwork, leadership, and a sense of belonging. Students are encouraged to develop leadership skills through the Peer Support Program, the Student Representative Council and as elected student leaders.
Extensive recreational, sporting, and educational facilities are available. These include gymnasiums, libraries, canteens, computer centres, theatrette/drama rooms, courts and oval or playing fields at each campus. The College also enjoys access to extensive community recreational facilities, local beaches, and coastal reserves.
The extensive grounds and buildings are well maintained and attractive. The College continues to focus on upgrading facilities and grounds, having made extensive upgrades across all sites.
In 2020, the College, transferred its Years 10, 11 and 12 programs to its new Senior Campus in McKenzie Street (Wonthaggi). This project also included an extended three-court highball facility with extensive community facilities. The community facility is coordinated with our key partner, the Bass Coast Shire.
In 2022, the Minister for Education officially opened an additional junior Campus for our College in San Remo. This exciting development coincided with extensive work from the staff who have overhauled curriculum offerings to support the significant organisational change across the College. A name change process was undertaken in the lead up to 2022, and the former Wonthaggi Secondary College is now renamed Bass Coast College, representing its expansion across the area, and the wider area where the young people it supports reside with their families.
Selection Criteria
Support for Library Operations and Resources
Demonstrated ability to follow established procedures to assist with library tasks, including circulation, resource processing, shelving, and maintaining orderly and safe library spaces.
Student and Staff Support
Ability to provide courteous and helpful support to students and staff, assisting them to locate and use library resources, and to contribute to a positive and respectful learning environment.
Promotion of Reading and Learning
Interest in supporting reading initiatives and library programs that encourage literacy, learning, and engagement, and the capacity to assist with events, displays, or activities as directed.
Communication and Interpersonal Skills
Well-developed interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to work collaboratively with colleagues, students, and the wider school community.
Organisational Skills and Willingness to Learn
Demonstrated organisational skills, attention to detail, and the ability to follow procedures, with a willingness to develop new skills relevant to library operations through on-the-job learning or training.
Role
Role Purpose
The Library Assistant supports the effective operation of the College library by providing routine administrative, technical and student support services. Working under the supervision and direction of the Campus Librarian, the role contributes to maintaining an organised, welcoming and functional learning environment for students and staff.
Skills and Capabilities
Sound organisational and time-management skills
Ability to follow established procedures and work under supervision
Basic technical and administrative skills relevant to library operations
Well-developed interpersonal and communication skills
Capacity to work effectively with students, staff and colleagues
Willingness to develop skills relevant to the role through on-the-job learning or training
Responsibilities
Key Responsibilities
Under the direction of the Library Manager, the Library Assistant will:
Library Operations and Resources
Assist with the circulation of library resources, including loans, returns, reservations and shelving
Process new and existing resources, including basic cataloguing, labelling and covering
Assist with stocktakes and maintenance of library collections and equipment
Support the management of library systems and databases in accordance with established procedures
Maintain orderly, safe and accessible library spaces
Student and Staff Support
Provide routine assistance to students and staff in locating and using library resources
Supervise students individually or in small groups (up to four) in controlled circumstances, with overall responsibility remaining with a teacher
Support the delivery of library programs and activities as directed (e.g. Book Week, NAIDOC Week displays)
Promote positive student behaviour and a respectful learning environment within the library
Promotion of Reading and Literacy
Support the promotion of a school-wide culture of reading for pleasure and learning.
Assist with the delivery of reading initiatives, events, and programs (e.g. Book Week activities, reading challenges, author visits) to engage students and staff.
Work with classroom teachers and curriculum leaders to support reading and information literacy within learning programs.
Community Engagement
Assist with communicating library programs and opportunities to parents/carers and the wider school community through newsletters, school platforms, and other communication channels.
Support partnerships with staff, students, and external stakeholders to enhance the school¿s learning environment.
Administration and Technical Support
Undertake general administrative tasks including data entry, filing and record maintenance
Assist with the preparation of displays, notices and basic library materials
Support the use of library equipment and digital resources within established guidelines
Follow copyright and acceptable use requirements as directed
Workplace Health and Safety
Maintain a safe and healthy working environment
Identify and report hazards or risks relating to library equipment, resources or facilities in line with college procedures
General
Work in accordance with college policies, procedures and DET guidelines
Undertake other duties as directed by the Campus Librarian or Principal consistent with the ES1¿2 classification
Who May Apply
Qualifications and Experience
Relevant library, information services or administrative experience is desirable
Experience working in a school environment is an advantage but not essential
A Working With Children Check (Employee) is required.
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 marrung@education.vic.gov.au
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
Hours of attendance - 8.30am to 4.00pm (with half hour unpaid lunch break), Wednesday to Friday
A Working With Children Check (Employee) is required for this position
Please ensure that your application includes:
A resume including relevant experience as well as personal details (name, address and contact numbers, business and home)
A section addressing the selection criteria and the requirements for application under the Who May Apply section
Names and contact numbers (telephone and email if possible) of two referees who are able to attest to the claims made in your application.
Please note that the selection panel may seek additional referees beyond those you name. Consistent with policy, we shall advise you if we will take this action.
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
This position does not include duties of a teacher as defined by the Education and Training Reform Act 2006
The role is classified within the Victorian Government Schools Agreement (Education Support Class ¿ Level 1 Range 1¿2)
Applications close Thursday 19 February 2026 at 11.59pm
Posted
6 February 2026
Work Type: Fixed-term - Part-time
Salary: Salary not specified
Grade: Education Support - Level 1, Range 2
Occupation: Education and training
Location: Gippsland - Bass Coast
Reference: 1516618
Location Profile
VISION
Achieving success in a caring and creative environment.
PHILOSOPHY
We believe all students can learn and that all students can be successful
We believe that individual well-being stems from a sense of accomplishment and belonging
We believe there are different forms of success
MISSION
Bass Coast College seeks to create a challenging learning environment that encourages high expectations for success through instruction that caters for individual differences and learning styles. Creativity and care are pillars of our learning environment.
In addition to developing skills and knowledge, we also aim to develop:
A sense of adventure
Emotional Intelligence
An appreciation of the context of knowledge / learning
Respect for self/others
Team skills
Problem solving skills
Aspiration
Responsibility
Organisational skills
Resilience
Genuine empathy for our students is central to our practice. An understanding of them and their personal circumstances is essential in a holistic approach to their learning.
PROFILE
Located in the Inner Gippsland Area of DET's South-East Victoria Region, Bass Coast College is a Year 7-12 multi-campus school of around 1600 students. The Dudley Campus (Years 7 to 9) and the Wonthaggi Campus (Years 10 to 12) are situated three kilometres apart. A second junior campus (Years 7 to 9) has opened San Remo, and our FLOW Campus in Wonthaggi provides individualised learning programs for students requiring specialised support.
Located in the rapidly growing Bass Coast Shire, the College is very proud to be the government secondary education provider for the area. It draws its students from nine feeder schools located in the Bass Coast Shire. The College's zone encompasses a large rural and coastal area centred around Wonthaggi, Inverloch, Grantville/Corinella, Coronet Bay and Phillip Island. Over half of the student population travel to the school by bus.
The current staffing levels comprise approximately 140 teachers and 60 non-teaching staff.
Bass Coast College recognises that students have different needs, abilities, interests, and ambitions and that its students are drawn from a wide range of socio-economic backgrounds. These differences are catered for through the development of a comprehensive curriculum that extends and challenges students to realize their full potential. Sequential courses of study are provided for Years 7 to 10 in each of the Key Learning Areas. This is achieved using core units at Years 7 and 8, and a mixture of core and elective subjects at Years * and 10. With a large Year 11 and Year 12 student population, the College is able to offer a broad range of Victorian Certificate of Education (VCE) units and has a strong commitment to Vocational Education and Training (VET) programs. A successful Victorian Certificate of Applied Learning (VCAL) program operates.
Our FLOW campus (Flexible Learning Options Wonthaggi) provides specialist programs for many `at risk¿ students. This includes an Outreach program that supports approximately 15 students each year who have extreme mental health conditions that place them ¿at risk¿ of non-participation. We also work with the two Wonthaggi primary schools to supply an intervention/transition program for chronically absent students in Years 5 to 10 (FLO Wonthaggi). In 2019 we introduced a Pre-CAL program to accommodate a number of `at-risk¿ students in Years * and 10. Mental Health support and Individual Education Plans are central to all work at this campus.
The College continues to develop its enrichment and consolidation programs. Students in Years 10 and 11 have the opportunity to accelerate through the VCE by taking higher-level units than is the norm for their age cohort. A very successful select entry (SEAL) program operates on the Dudley and San Remo Campuses.
College staff conduct a range of quality curriculum and co-curricular programs across all campuses. The College has a tradition of student participation and success in the Performing Arts. The College is the coordinating school for the South Gippsland Schools Music Program and currently has around 100 students involved in the program. Bass Coast College regularly enjoys sporting success at local, state, and national levels. An ADVANCE program (based on surf lifesaving) also operates in the College.
Participation in Human Powered Vehicle events is also an established part of the College's co-curricular program. An annual Human Powered Vehicle Grand Prix is a major feature of the local community calendar.
The College is committed to the welfare of its students. To this end, a Student Welfare Coordinator is attached to each campus, along with Careers counselling. The staff are dedicated professional educators who place importance on quality teaching and professional development. The College provides a caring, supportive environment whilst also encouraging teamwork, leadership, and a sense of belonging. Students are encouraged to develop leadership skills through the Peer Support Program, the Student Representative Council and as elected student leaders.
Extensive recreational, sporting, and educational facilities are available. These include gymnasiums, libraries, canteens, computer centres, theatrette/drama rooms, courts and oval or playing fields at each campus. The College also enjoys access to extensive community recreational facilities, local beaches, and coastal reserves.
The extensive grounds and buildings are well maintained and attractive. The College continues to focus on upgrading facilities and grounds, having made extensive upgrades across all sites.
In 2020, the College, transferred its Years 10, 11 and 12 programs to its new Senior Campus in McKenzie Street (Wonthaggi). This project also included an extended three-court highball facility with extensive community facilities. The community facility is coordinated with our key partner, the Bass Coast Shire.
In 2022, the Minister for Education officially opened an additional junior Campus for our College in San Remo. This exciting development coincided with extensive work from the staff who have overhauled curriculum offerings to support the significant organisational change across the College. A name change process was undertaken in the lead up to 2022, and the former Wonthaggi Secondary College is now renamed Bass Coast College, representing its expansion across the area, and the wider area where the young people it supports reside with their families.
Selection Criteria
Support for Library Operations and Resources
Demonstrated ability to follow established procedures to assist with library tasks, including circulation, resource processing, shelving, and maintaining orderly and safe library spaces.
Student and Staff Support
Ability to provide courteous and helpful support to students and staff, assisting them to locate and use library resources, and to contribute to a positive and respectful learning environment.
Promotion of Reading and Learning
Interest in supporting reading initiatives and library programs that encourage literacy, learning, and engagement, and the capacity to assist with events, displays, or activities as directed.
Communication and Interpersonal Skills
Well-developed interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to work collaboratively with colleagues, students, and the wider school community.
Organisational Skills and Willingness to Learn
Demonstrated organisational skills, attention to detail, and the ability to follow procedures, with a willingness to develop new skills relevant to library operations through on-the-job learning or training.
Role
Role Purpose
The Library Assistant supports the effective operation of the College library by providing routine administrative, technical and student support services. Working under the supervision and direction of the Campus Librarian, the role contributes to maintaining an organised, welcoming and functional learning environment for students and staff.
Skills and Capabilities
Sound organisational and time-management skills
Ability to follow established procedures and work under supervision
Basic technical and administrative skills relevant to library operations
Well-developed interpersonal and communication skills
Capacity to work effectively with students, staff and colleagues
Willingness to develop skills relevant to the role through on-the-job learning or training
Responsibilities
Key Responsibilities
Under the direction of the Library Manager, the Library Assistant will:
Library Operations and Resources
Assist with the circulation of library resources, including loans, returns, reservations and shelving
Process new and existing resources, including basic cataloguing, labelling and covering
Assist with stocktakes and maintenance of library collections and equipment
Support the management of library systems and databases in accordance with established procedures
Maintain orderly, safe and accessible library spaces
Student and Staff Support
Provide routine assistance to students and staff in locating and using library resources
Supervise students individually or in small groups (up to four) in controlled circumstances, with overall responsibility remaining with a teacher
Support the delivery of library programs and activities as directed (e.g. Book Week, NAIDOC Week displays)
Promote positive student behaviour and a respectful learning environment within the library
Promotion of Reading and Literacy
Support the promotion of a school-wide culture of reading for pleasure and learning.
Assist with the delivery of reading initiatives, events, and programs (e.g. Book Week activities, reading challenges, author visits) to engage students and staff.
Work with classroom teachers and curriculum leaders to support reading and information literacy within learning programs.
Community Engagement
Assist with communicating library programs and opportunities to parents/carers and the wider school community through newsletters, school platforms, and other communication channels.
Support partnerships with staff, students, and external stakeholders to enhance the school¿s learning environment.
Administration and Technical Support
Undertake general administrative tasks including data entry, filing and record maintenance
Assist with the preparation of displays, notices and basic library materials
Support the use of library equipment and digital resources within established guidelines
Follow copyright and acceptable use requirements as directed
Workplace Health and Safety
Maintain a safe and healthy working environment
Identify and report hazards or risks relating to library equipment, resources or facilities in line with college procedures
General
Work in accordance with college policies, procedures and DET guidelines
Undertake other duties as directed by the Campus Librarian or Principal consistent with the ES1¿2 classification
Who May Apply
Qualifications and Experience
Relevant library, information services or administrative experience is desirable
Experience working in a school environment is an advantage but not essential
A Working With Children Check (Employee) is required.
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 marrung@education.vic.gov.au
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
Hours of attendance - 8.30am to 4.00pm (with half hour unpaid lunch break), Wednesday to Friday
A Working With Children Check (Employee) is required for this position
Please ensure that your application includes:
A resume including relevant experience as well as personal details (name, address and contact numbers, business and home)
A section addressing the selection criteria and the requirements for application under the Who May Apply section
Names and contact numbers (telephone and email if possible) of two referees who are able to attest to the claims made in your application.
Please note that the selection panel may seek additional referees beyond those you name. Consistent with policy, we shall advise you if we will take this action.
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
This position does not include duties of a teacher as defined by the Education and Training Reform Act 2006
The role is classified within the Victorian Government Schools Agreement (Education Support Class ¿ Level 1 Range 1¿2)
Applications close Thursday 19 February 2026 at 11.59pm
Posted
6 February 2026
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