Trade Skills

Location: North West Region | Maryborough

Job type: Part time / From 14/10/2024

Organisation: Schools (Government)

**Salary**: Salary not specified

Occupation: Teacher

Reference: 1436270

**Location Profile**:
Maryborough Education Centre is a school where the children and the youth of this community can learn and grow in a supportive, respectful and inclusive environment, where everyone is on a strong learning journey, and where positive and supportive relationships form the basis of all our work. We consistently empower students to strive for challenging aspirations. Students are supported in following their interests and passions through multiple pathways that will successfully lead to positive outcomes in further education, training or employment. The school has a key role in supporting, and working with the wider community in meeting the challenges faced by Maryborough and district. We have a commitment to Collective Impact and the empowerment of the community to re-define its destiny in a positive way.

Vision - to be an inclusive connected flourishing learning community.

Our school values have been developed in consultation with the whole community. They are:

- Aspiration
- Kindness
- Respect

**Social community and demographics**
- On a single site the school comprises facilities for primary, secondary and special needs education
- The school is highly integrated with a common set of values and behavioural and learning expectations for all
- Overall enrolment numbers are reflecting the demographics of the Maryborough community
- Strong and supportive School Council and parent involvement is encouraged.
- Committed Student Representative Council and a strong student leadership structure
- Enthusiastic, professional staff team consisting of 76 effective full-time teachers and 41.37 school support staff.
- Productive partnerships with Central Goldfields Council through the Go Goldfields initiative, University of Melbourne Network of Schools, Central Goldfields Linking Learning Project, service clubs and community groups, Goldfields Schools Network, and Goldfields Business Group
- The school has a School Family Orientation of.6856

**Educational**
- Provision of a vibrant and productive education, Foundation to 12 and Specialist Education.
- Implementation of Professional Learning Teams to enhance staff effectiveness in best meeting the learning needs of all students
- VCE, VET and VCAL courses
- Trade Training Centre
- Excellent further education pathways established and successful tertiary placements for students.
- Many enhancement and enrichment opportunities for students such as art, music, instrumental music, musical productions, competitions, after-school activities, and sporting activities.

**Technological**
- Bring Your Own Device computer provision is being phased in from 2015
- Provision of computer suites and notebook trolleys are established throughout the school.
- Internet and intranet use is supported
- Data projectors in all learning areas

**Environmental grounds and facilities**
- Classrooms modern and are traditional in their layout
- Grounds improvements have included the construction of a new oval, primary playspace, Centre Heart development and extensive landscaping in recent years. Additional playground equipment, landscaping and outdoor enhancements are planned for

**Selection Criteria**:
**SC1** Demonstrated capacity to perform duties consistent with established guidelines and frameworks, including coordinating and supporting others in respect to specific work functions relevant to the role.

**SC2** Demonstrated capacity to work and collaborate with others in a team environment.

**SC3** Demonstrated capacity to communicate effectively in a team environment, including 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 and other school staff in respect to the work area.

**SC6** A commitment to professional learning and growth for both self and others.

**Role**:
3 days per week - 7.6 hours per day

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 Nu