Calm Learning Space Support

Location: North West Region | Bendigo

Job type: Part time / From 28/01/2025 - 19/12/2025

Organisation: Schools (Government)

**Salary**: Salary not specified

Occupation: Education and Training

Reference: 1452244

**Location Profile**:
**Our college values of Aspiration, Respect and Empathy clearly define Castlemaine Secondary College¿s (CSC) positive learning culture. All students are encouraged to be their best, whilst developing awareness of the community around them, engaging with others in a way that builds positive relationships. Our vision outlines our long-term narrative.**
- At Castlemaine Secondary College we have high learning expectations of staff and students. We promote and support emotional and physical wellbeing, developing resilient community members._

**The five key initiatives that support our vision are our School-Wide Instructional Model (SWIM), the Berry Street Education Model (BSEM), School-Wide Positive Behaviour Support Framework (SWPBS), Literacy and Numeracy.**

**Our SWIM provides clarity for staff and students about the classroom high expectations that exist at CSC. Teachers are encouraged to be life-long learners to enhance their teacher practice. Our SWIM allows all learners to access their learning, regardless of their ability level and / or learning needs.**

**The BSEM requires staff to demonstrate 'unconditional positive regard for all students at all times¿, continually building positive relationships. BSEM strategies have been incorporated into our SWIM, enhancing classroom environments to be calm and rigorous.**

**The SWPBS framework journey began in 2023, working alongside the BSEM to promote a culture of high expectations. Using the SWPBS framework we have developed clear expectations for students in all areas of our college, which contribute to a supportive learning environment. These expectations are explicitly taught to all students each year.**

**Enhancing literacy and numeracy skills for all students will remain a constant focus at CSC. Regardless of a student¿s pathway, maintaining continuous improvement of these skills will support students to realise their career dreams. Developing and maintaining improvement in literacy and numeracy is a shared responsibility between the college, the student, and their family.**

**Continually improving our physical surroundings also remains a constant focus, aiming to create a learning environment that supports aspiration and pride in being a CSC student.**

**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**:
The Calm Learning Space is positioned within the library and is part of our suite of services provided by the Wellbeing Team. This space has been developed to support students who may find it difficult to manage a full day at school without additional support and/or the option of timeout from scheduled classes. Students who use the space generally have difficulty self-regulating due to anxiety, poor impulse control, or general emotional dysregulation. Criteria for inclusion include: complex mental health concerns; neurodivergence; and significant school refusal. Referrals to the CLS will be triaged with a maximum cap of 30 students on the program at any given time. Priority is given to Year 7 and Year 8 students as we support them to make a successful transition to secondary school. Students accepted to the program must have the capacity to respect the safety rights of other students and staff.

Goals of CLS involvement include:

- Increased school attendance
- Fewer incidences of emotional or behavioural dysregulation
- Increased stamina for learning
- Enhanced social-emotional capacity and resilience
- The development of positive relationships with peers and Wellbeing Staff

**Responsibilities**:

- Carry out work in accordance with the direction outlined in the appropriate level of the Dimensions of Work - Education Support Class.
- Build positive relationships with students in the Calm Learning Space (CLS) to support their general wellbeing
- Liaise with teaching staff around classwork completion and engagement for the students in the Calm Learning Space
- Collaborate with Wellbeing Staff to facilitate a positive, learning environment in the Calm Learning Space
- Maintain a child safe environment in line wi