Operational Teaching Assistant

**Overview**:
**Work Type**:Fixed-term - Part-time

**Salary**: Salary not specified

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

**Occupation**:Education and training

**Location**:Melbourne - Northern suburbs

**Reference**:1488916

**Selection Criteria**:
**SC1**Demonstrated strong organisational skills with the ability to prioritise tasks

**SC2**Demonstrated strong interpersonal and communication skills

**SC3**Demonstrated a level of initiative to complete tasks in a timely manner

**SC4**Demonstrated capacity to work effectively in a team and take direction from teachers and school leadership

**SC5**Demonstrated capacity in using basic office equipment (e.g., photocopiers, laminators) and data entry software.

**Role**:

- 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 included at this level, the first level for which is Level 1 range 3).
- A role at this range may include:

- Specific support tasks to achieve outcomes. Typically, this will involve accountability for a single function, (e.g. ensuring data is properly maintained) or the co-ordination of a work area under the direction of the principal or a manager.
- Assisting teachers, within an educational program, by undertaking specific support tasks or the coordination of the support function.
- Supervised health and wellbeing support tasks, medical intervention support tasks, or other specialised student/teacher support roles (e.g. enrolled nurses performing the role as described in schedule 3). These roles require specific qualifications and/or training, including roles where further training must be undertaken from time to time. The role is for a specific purpose, for which there will be direct accountability as opposed to support roles that are carried out by a range of staff performing routine tasks under direction.
- Technical tasks that require a sound knowledge of basic technical and/or scientific principles that are used to develop and adapt work methods and make judgements where there are clear guidelines and limited options. Routine technical support in libraries, science, and information technology would be typical examples.
- An education support class position at this range commencing at the base will initially be limited to undertaking routine tasks that are carried out under close supervision and direction. Work that carries some degree of independence will generally involve a limited number of tasks performed on a regular basis where priorities are clear, procedures are well established, and direction is readily available. Subject to any specific qualification and/or training requirement, an education support class employee employed in this range may be progressively required to undertake coordination, specialised student/teacher support tasks, or technical tasks as experience in the role is gained.

**Responsibilities**:

- The responsibilities for this role may include
- Photocopying, laminating, and preparing teaching and learning materials as requested by classroom teachers.
- Collecting, organising, and returning resources from the library or other school areas.
- Assisting with the set-up and pack-down of classrooms for lessons, events, and activities.
- Inputting and updating student and class data into relevant school systems with accuracy and confidentiality.
- Supporting the preparation and organisation of displays, bulletin boards, and learning spaces.
- Assisting with the coordination and storage of classroom resources, equipment, and supplies.
- Undertaking general administrative tasks to support the smooth operation of the school.
- Following all school policies and procedures, including those relating to child safety and privacy.
- This role does not involve working with students; it is supporting the administrative and operational work of teachers.

**Who May Apply**:

- Valid Working with Children check
- Prior experience working in administrative roles is desirable
- Prior experience working in a school or educational setting is desirable

**EEO AND OHS Commitment**:
**Child Safe Standards**:

- Victorian government schools are child safe environments. Our schools actively promote the safety and wellbeing of all students, and