Learning Support 0.8 Ongoing

**Overview**:
**Work Type**:Ongoing - Part-time

**Salary**: Salary not specified

**Grade**:Education Support - Level 1, Range 2

**Occupation**:Education and training

**Location**:Melbourne - Western suburbs

**Reference**:1482489

**Location Profile**:

- VISION
- 'Together at Laverton P-12 College we nurture our students through learning and encourage our students to actively participate in and contribute to an ever changing and diverse community with respect, responsibility and fairness¿
- MISSION
- Laverton P-12 College¿s mission is to 'to provide students with the best possible foundation in life through a well-rounded education.¿
- VALUES
- Our school values of Learning, Belonging, and Succeeding underpin all that we do at Laverton P-12 College. ¿
- We continually connect these values to the teaching and learning programs and they are relevant across all stages of the learning continuum. Our values underpin a cohesive coordinated structure that enhances the well-being and learning opportunities for every student.
- COLLEGE SUB SCHOOL STRUCTURE
- At Laverton P-12 College, we're committed to a culture of success and growth. We hold ourselves to high standards, seeing learning challenges as opportunities for personal and academic development. We empower students to take charge of their learning, fostering resilience and future-focused thinking.
- As educators, we're curious about our impact on student learning and the world around us, engaging in ongoing evaluation and seeking ways to contribute positively to our community. Together, we create an environment where every student can thrive and reach their full potential.
- WORKFORCE
- The College staffing profile consists of approximately 120 staff members; including 5 Principal class, 11 Leading Teachers, 3 Learning Specialists, 57 teachers, 32 Education Support Staff and 2 Paraprofessionals.
- The College has invested heavily in building the professional knowledge of our staff and working collaboratively in teams to support the needs of our students.
- ENROLMENT
- The College has an enrolment of over 700 students across Foundation to Year 12. The community comprises of diverse family backgrounds, with 48% of students speaking languages other than English at home and a high proportion of students coming from the Karen, Pacific Islander and Middle Eastern communities.
- FACILITIES
- Our College facilities and resources ensure that students are provided with an optimal learning environment and include a Performing Arts Centre, a fully equipped VET Hospitality centre, an Engineering workshop, Gymnasium, landscaped gardens, primary and secondary ovals, multiple netball and basketball courts, an undercover synthetic area for play and a beach volleyball area. Each classroom has TV technology and our students can access notebooks and iPads.
- LOCATION
- Laverton P-12 College resides within the western suburbs of Melbourne in the local area of Hobson's Bay.
- SIZE AND STRUCTURE
- The school is comprised of seven permanent buildings and two relocatable buildings, providing a range of specialised learning spaces, including a gymnasium, performing arts centre, instrumental music rooms, a state of the art food technology kitchen and cafe, practical science rooms, technology and engineering spaces, and a well-resourced College library.

**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**:

- [Attendance requirement for this position]
- 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 Nurse is not i