Job posted: 16/04/2024
Location: Melbourne | Northern Metropolitan
Job type: Full time / From 20/05/2024
Organisation: Schools (Government)
Salary: Salary not specified
Occupation: Administration/Secretarial
Reference: 1411030
Selection Criteria SC 1 . Demonstrated ability to work independently, flexibly and constructively in a team ensuring the continuous and efficient operation of the work environment.
SC 2. Demonstrated high level written and oral communication skills and high-level interpersonal skills.
SC 3 . Demonstrated exceptional understanding, skills and capacity in relation to using ICT within an office environment.
SC 4 . Demonstrated capacity to provide sound information and advice to senior staff and the school and the school and broader community.
SC 5 . High level organisational skills with a demonstrated ability for effective time management, establishing priorities, procedures and guidelines relating to the work area.
SC 6. Outstanding professional and personal attributes including perseverance, humility, collaboration and an improvement focus.
Role Position is Full time, however time fraction is negotiable
Performs and/or supervises tasks that are carried out in accordance with guidelines, accepted practice and school policy. This may include the supervision and coordination of other education support class staff within the work area or educational program. Supervision and coordination would be limited to ensuring routine tasks are performed to required standards. Input into identifying training needs and development of education support class staff within the work area or educational program becomes an important feature at range 2.
Specialised support to achieve specific outcomes is a feature of range 2. Typically this will involve accountability for a single function, (e.g. ensuring data is properly maintained) or the operation of a work area (e.g. managing the day to day operation of a school office) under the direction of the principal or another senior manager.
Provides support to teachers and students that is beyond the routine support provided at education support class Level 1, range 1. Within an educational program assists teachers with the coordination of the support function, such as directing/organising the work of other support staff or providing a specialist support role.
Undertakes medical intervention support tasks or other specialised student/teacher support roles that require specific training that must be updated 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.
Performs 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 laboratories would be typical examples.
An education support class position supports the educational services being provided to students, but must not include duties of teaching as defined in clause 2.6.1 of the Education and Training Reform Act 2006 (Vic) or its successor. Supervision of students cannot be required except where it is an integral part of the employee's position or involves supervision of students individually or in small groups, in controlled circumstances, where the responsibility for students remains clearly with a teacher.
Responsibilities Coordinate the delivery of administrative services within the school reception. In consultation with the Business Manager, determine and manage work priorities within the school office. Develop and implement strategies to ensure effective administration procedures. Liaise with school staff in regard to support requirements. Assistance with student attendance Ability to work autonomously Other duties as required by the Principal and Business Manager Who May Apply Individuals with the aptitude, experience and/or qualifications to fulfill the specific requirements of the position.
EEO AND OHS Commitment The Department of Education and Training is committed to the principles of equal opportunity, and diversity and inclusion for all. We value diversity and inclusion in all forms – gender, religion, ethnicity, LGBTIQ+, 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 family friendly, supportive, safe and harassment free workplaces is essential to high performance and promotes flexible work, diversity and safety across all schools and Department workplaces.
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
DE Values The Department's employees commit to upholding DET's Values: Responsiveness, Integrity, Impartiality, Accountability, Respect, Leadership and Human Rights. DET'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 DET values is available at
Other Information Other info: Applications should be prepared in a standard font such as arial or Calibri at size 11 or 12.
Applicants are advised to include:
A cover sheet providing the name of applicant, WWCC number, home and email addresses, telephone number where applicant can be contacted during business hours
A specific response to each of the six selection criteria with no more than one page per criterion
A separate CV that is a summary of experience and qualifications
The name of three referees including contact details, work and mobile phone numbers, email address, current position and relationship to the applicant
Applicants should ensure they submit their cover letters, CV's and selection criteria all in ONE document.
Document should be saved as the applicant's name
Previous school experience not essential, training will be provided.
Late applications will not be considered. 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 Location Profile Mickleham Secondary College opened in January 2023 and is located in Mickleham, approximately 39 kilometres north of Melbourne.
Mickleham Secondary College is located in a new residential estate on an expansive 20 acre site, with modern landscaping and situated next door to the newly opened Merrifield Recreation Reserve. Our school is surrounded by an engaged, vibrant, supportive community. Mickleham Secondary College has close ties to the local community, with strong support from local organisations and community services. The school has a culture of professional learning where observations, walkthroughs, coaching, data and academic research are expected practice.
The college currenty has 350 students in Year 7 & *8, and will progress by adding a new Year 7 cohort each year. The first phase of building has been completed and the school has a capacity for 800 students. Our facilities include:
an administration building with a library, staff offices and amenities a learning neighbourhood building a science building a materials technology building a community hub building with a competition-grade basketball/netball court, canteen, music, drama and food technology teaching spaces a sports field.
Phase 2 is planned in future subject to funding and will allow the school to accommodate 1200 students with an additional learning neighbourhood building and visual arts building.
Vision At Mickleham Secondary College our vision is to co-create an inclusive, supportive learning community where people strive to achieve their best.
Mission Mickleham Secondary College's mission is to make a difference to each individual and provide them with the best opportunities for their future.
Values Mickleham Secondary College's values are Achievement , Respect , Community , Honesty .
Achievement reflects the purpose of education in that, all students should be aiming to achieve their personal best. Recognising that our own achievement will look different to others. Achievement means that students maintain a focus on their learning, improving their skills and knowledge and achieving their personal best.
Respect means being respectful to ourselves and one another. We value individual differences. Maintaining a positive attitude and behaviour towards others also allows us to become role models.
Community is built through everyone working together to support one another. We value our school community and the wider community. We aim to build a sense of belonging, pride and positivity within our community.
Honesty is important to develop and ensure we are truthful, trustworthy and live with our values in mind. This involves being responsible and having integrity.
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