Overview

Work Type: Fixed-term - Part-time

Salary: Salary not specified

Grade: Education Support - Level 1, Range 2

Occupation: Education and training

Location: Melbourne - Southern suburbs

Reference: 1543165

Location Profile

Location Profile: Carwatha College P¿12

Carwatha College P¿12 is a high-performing government school located in Noble Park North, providing education for students from Prep to Year 12 on a single, purpose-built site. The College is widely recognised for its commitment to academic excellence, student wellbeing, and inclusive education. Refer our Annual Report.

We offer comprehensive support for current staff, including a structured induction program and a dedicated buddy system to ensure a smooth transition into our professional learning community. Prospective applicants are warmly invited to meet with the Principal and join a school tour at a convenient time.

A School for the Whole Family

As a P¿12 College, Carwatha is embraced by the local community as a ¿school for the whole family.¿ Our structure fosters long-term relationships between students, families, and staff, creating a strong sense of continuity and connection. Parent and student surveys consistently report high levels of satisfaction across all areas of school life.

A Diverse and Supportive Community

Our school is proudly multicultural, representing 68 nationalities and celebrating cultural diversity as a key strength of our learning environment. 63% of students come from a language background other than English, contributing to a rich and inclusive educational setting. With a Student Family Occupation (SFO) index of 0.69, Carwatha is deeply committed to equity, care, and personalised support for every learner.

We have a strong and experienced wellbeing team and offer a wide range of programs to support the social and emotional development of students.

Teaching and Learning Excellence

Carwatha College P¿12 maintains a whole-school commitment to student growth and achievement. We focus on:

- Building strong teacher-student relationships
- Using data to identify individual learning needs
- Implementing effective feedback and assessment strategies
- Creating personalised learning pathways for all students

An orderly, supportive environment underpins our approach to student engagement and academic success.

Curriculum and Innovation

We offer a comprehensive and inclusive curriculum from Prep to Year 12:

- Years P¿2: Laying strong foundations
- Years 3¿6: Building breadth and depth
- Years 7¿9: Consolidating and preparing for senior years
- Years 10¿12: Establishing pathways for the future

Our innovative V3 Program enables all students to commence their VCE journey in Year 10, offering a head start and increased flexibility in senior pathways. We provide VCE, VETiS, and VM programs, with strong outcomes in tertiary entry, training, and employment.

Co-Curricular and Enrichment Opportunities

We pride ourselves on offering rich co-curricular experiences including:

- Instrumental music, choir, public speaking, and school productions
- Sporting programs including our Football Academy
- High Achievers Program for academically advanced students
- Leadership opportunities across all year levels

Our student leaders play active roles through Junior School Council, SRC, House and College Captaincies, and School Council representation.

Partnerships and Community Engagement

Carwatha College P¿12 maintains strong partnerships with Monash University, Deakin University, Chisholm TAFE, and various community and wellbeing organisations. These connections provide valuable opportunities and resources that enhance student learning and support.

Our Commitment to Child Safety

Carwatha College P¿12 is committed to the safety and wellbeing of all children and young people, with a focus on:

- Cultural safety of Aboriginal children
- Inclusivity for children from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds
- Safety of children with a disability

We welcome you to join our vibrant, diverse, and future-focused school community. At Carwatha College P¿12, we¿re not just educating students¿we¿re shaping futures.

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

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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

Responsibilities may include:

- Provides routine support for teachers including assisting with planning of student routines
- Supports communication between teachers and parents




- Communicates with teachers on routine matters related to students and/or other responsibilities
- Provides basic physical care and wellbeing support for students such as toileting, meals, and lifting
- Communicating with student/s to support comprehension of basic tasks and information
- Addresses immediate behavioural presentations relating to specific students within a classroom setting aligned to school policy and procedure
- Provides basic support and supervision for individuals or groups of up to 4 students within a classroom setting
- Supports teachers in the coordination of educational programs independently or under minimal supervision, including rostering and organising the work of a team of aides, providing routine co-ordination, guidance, and support to other student support staff, liaising with external providers of support services about clearly defined support needs and resources, assisting teachers with the communication of student outcomes and educational programs
- Provides medical intervention support to a student/s, under specific conditions, with appropriate training and guidance
- Provides specialised communication support for students and teachers in areas such as AUSLAN and braille

Who May Apply

Individuals with the aptitude, experience and/or qualifications to fulfill the specific requirements of the position.

Diversity and Inclusion

The department is committed to diversity and inclusion and developing a workforce that is representative of the community we service. We value diversity and inclusion in all forms - culture, gender, religion, ethnicity, LGBTIQA+, 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 protected, respectful and inclusive workplaces is essential to high performance and promotes flexible work and diversity across all schools and Department workplaces. It is our policy to provide reasonable adjustments for staff with disability (see Workplace adjustment guidelines).

Additional support and advice on the recruitment process is available to Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander candidates from the Koorie Outcomes Division (KOD) via [email protected]

Applicants seeking part time employment are encouraged to apply for any teaching service position and, if they are the successful candidate, request a reduced time fraction. Such requests will be negotiated on a case-by-case basis and will be subject to the operational requirements of the school.

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:

https://www2.education.vic.gov.au/pal/child-safe-standards/policy

DE Values

The department's employees commit to upholding the department's Values: Responsiveness, Integrity, Impartiality, Accountability, Respect, Leadership and Human Rights. The department'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 department values is available at:

https://www2.education.vic.gov.au/pal/values-department-vps-school-employees/overview

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 http://www.education.vic.gov.au/hrweb/Pages/default.aspx

Applications close Thursday 24 September 2026 at 11.59pm Posted 11 September 2026

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