Job Description

Learning Specialist - Literacy and Numeracy School Improvement n

Proudly nestled in the heart of Melbourne's western suburbs, Melton Primary School has been a cornerstone of education since 1870. Established on its present site in 1870, Melton Primary School currently has a student population of around 630. Originally a rural school, it now services part of the young, growing outer-western suburb of Melton. With a rich heritage and a legacy that spans generations, our school stands as a testament to excellence and tradition. The historic bluestone building, an architectural gem in the rare Victorian Primitive Gothic style, is one of only seven of its kind in the state an enduring symbol of our proud past. First opening its doors on May 17, 1858, Melton Primary School has continually evolved to meet the needs of our thriving community. Today, we celebrate our role as a vibrant and agile learning hub, dedicated to delivering exceptional education to the ever-growing Melton Shire. Melton Primary School proudly welcomed 503 students this year.

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MPS has a strong tradition of commitment to, and involvement with, the broader community. We highly value our two-way bond of loyalty between staff and families. Our school community is committed to fostering courtesy, pursuit of excellence, self-discipline and ongoing life values and skills.

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Melton Primary School's current vision is that it strives for our students to become active and independent learners by:
n Encouraging students to become lifelong learners who value themselves, others and learning.
n Promoting a social responsibility, resilience, perseverance and independence.
n Providing a nurturing and challenging environment that promotes an enthusiasm for learning and prepares individuals to become reflective and valued members of society.

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In order to deliver this core purpose our school will:
n Demonstrate exemplary teaching and learning with innovative practices
n Build strong partnerships between school, home and the wider community
n Respect and embrace the diversity within our community
n Recognise and celebrate effort and achievement
n Promote a safe and caring environment.

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Our school values are our School Agreed Behaviours and all that they encompass which are:
n We are active learners
n We respect others
n We are safe
n We are supportive

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Over the past five years, student enrolments have gradually decreased, primarily due to adjustments in school boundaries following the opening of new Government Schools. Despite these changes, Melton Primary School continues to hold a strong and positive reputation within the local community. Each year, a select number of enrolments are approved for families residing outside the school boundary who wish to join our thriving learning environment.

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LEARNING

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At Melton Primary School, we are proud of our ongoing commitment to improving student outcomes through engaging and high-quality learning experiences delivered by our dedicated staff. We teach the Victorian Curriculum 2.0, embracing a hands‑on and energetic approach to learning.

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MPS continues to work tirelessly in developing a consistent approach to our curriculum in line with F-10 Victorian Curriculum and DET strategic directions.

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At MPS our staff are committed to:

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- creating a Professional Learning Community that focuses on learning rather than teaching, working collaboratively and holding ourselves accountable for results.
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- developing and implementing a consistent curriculum in literacy and numeracy which fosters high expectations and improves outcomes for all students,
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- creating a safe learning workplace that encourages the development of confidence, social skills and motivation to learn and
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- developing students' skills, knowledge and attitudes necessary for transition through the various stages of schooling.
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We provide our staff with high level professional learning through school based coaches. Our staff is committed to ongoing professional learning.

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Our caring and dedicated staff members work closely with the wider school community to develop an educational partnership with and for the children. Parents are actively encouraged to participate in both classroom and wider school activities.

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The students of MPS have the benefit of up to date facilities including:

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- A networked ICT system that extends throughout the entire school complex. All of our classrooms have Interactive Whiteboards or televisions installed. An i-Pad program provides support for teaching and learning programs.
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- An indoor swimming complex which has a 6 lane 25 metre pool, toddler pool, change rooms and administration area. Our students are involved in two terms of swimming instruction as well as incidental pool based activities throughout the school year.
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- A modern Multi-purpose hall incorporating a gymnasium, before and after school care centre, well-equipped canteen, handicapped toilet facilities,



storage areas and offices. The hall is available for hire by community groups.
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- A free standing Visual Arts room with facilities and equipment to provide a broad range of activities.
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- A competition grade, fully lit tennis court with seating and shade sails provided in the surrounding area. This facility is also leased on a regular basis by a professional tennis coach who provides lessons to interested students in our community.
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- Our BER building has 4 learning spaces, with one being utilised as a Science room, a meeting room, a small staffroom and toilet facilities.
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- Large grounds including an oval, soccer ground, tennis and basketball courts, several play areas for specific age groups, safe modern climbing equipment, landscaped garden beds, covered areas and artificial turf.
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Location Profile n

Proudly nestled in the heart of Melbourne's western suburbs, Melton Primary School has been a cornerstone of education since 1870. Established on its present site in 1870, Melton Primary School currently has a student population of around 630. Originally a rural school, it now services part of the young, growing outer-western suburb of Melton. With a rich heritage and a legacy that spans generations, our school stands as a testament to excellence and tradition. The historic bluestone building, an architectural gem in the rare Victorian Primitive Gothic style, is one of only seven of its kind in the state an enduring symbol of our proud past. First opening its doors on May 17, 1858, Melton Primary School has continually evolved to meet the needs of our thriving community. Today, we celebrate our role as a vibrant and dynamic learning hub, dedicated to delivering exceptional education to the ever-growing Melton Shire. Melton Primary School proudly welcomed 503 students this year.

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MPS has a strong tradition of commitment to, and involvement with, the broader community. We highly value our two-way bond of loyalty between staff and families. Our school community is committed to fostering courtesy, pursuit of excellence, self-discipline and ongoing life values and skills.

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Melton Primary School's current vision is that it strives for our students to become active and independent learners by:
n Encouraging students to become lifelong learners who value themselves, others and learning.
n Promoting a social responsibility, resilience, perseverance and independence.
n Providing a nurturing and challenging environment that promotes an enthusiasm for learning and prepares individuals to become reflective and valued members of society.

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In order to deliver this core purpose our school will:
n Demonstrate exemplary teaching and learning with innovative practices
n Build strong partnerships between school, home and the wider community
n Respect and embrace the diversity within our community
n Recognise and celebrate effort and achievement
n Promote a safe and caring environment.

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Our school values are our School Agreed Behaviours and all that they encompass which are:
n We are active learners
n We respect others
n We are safe
n We are supportive

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Over the past five years, student enrolments have gradually decreased, primarily due to adjustments in school boundaries following the opening of new Government Schools. Despite these changes, Melton Primary School continues to hold a strong and positive reputation within the local community. Each year, a select number of enrolments are approved for families residing outside the school boundary who wish to join our thriving learning environment.

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LEARNING

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At Melton Primary School, we are proud of our ongoing commitment to improving student outcomes through engaging and high-quality learning experiences delivered by our dedicated staff. We teach the Victorian Curriculum 2.0, embracing a hands‑on and dynamic approach to learning.

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MPS continues to work tirelessly in developing a consistent approach to our curriculum in line with F-10 Victorian Curriculum and DET strategic directions.

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At MPS our staff are committed to:

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- creating a Professional Learning Community that focuses on learning rather than teaching, working collaboratively and holding ourselves accountable for results.
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- developing and implementing a consistent curriculum in literacy and numeracy which fosters high expectations and improves outcomes for all students,
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- creating a safe learning environment that encourages the development of confidence, social skills and motivation to learn and
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- developing students' skills,



knowledge and attitudes necessary for transition through the various stages of schooling.
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We provide our staff with high level professional learning through school based coaches. Our staff is committed to ongoing professional learning.

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Our caring and dedicated staff members work closely with the wider school community to develop an educational partnership with and for the children. Parents are actively encouraged to participate in both classroom and wider school activities.

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The students of MPS have the benefit of up to date facilities including:

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- A networked ICT system that extends throughout the entire school complex. All of our classrooms have Interactive Whiteboards or televisions installed. An i-Pad program provides support for teaching and learning programs.
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- An indoor swimming complex which has a 6 lane 25 metre pool, toddler pool, change rooms and administration area. Our students are involved in two terms of swimming instruction as well as incidental pool based activities throughout the school year.
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- A modern Multi-purpose hall incorporating a gymnasium, before and after school care centre, well-equipped canteen, handicapped toilet facilities, storage areas and offices. The hall is available for hire by community groups.
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- A free standing Visual Arts room with facilities and equipment to provide a broad range of activities.
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- A competition grade, fully lit tennis court with seating and shade sails provided in the surrounding area. This facility is also leased on a regular basis by a skilled tennis coach who provides lessons to interested students in our community.
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- Our BER building has 4 learning spaces, with one being utilised as a Science room, a meeting room, a small staffroom and toilet facilities.
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- Large grounds including an oval, soccer ground, tennis and basketball courts, several play areas for specific age groups, safe modern climbing equipment, landscaped garden beds, covered areas and artificial turf.
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Selection Criteria n

SC1 Demonstrated expert knowledge of the relevant curriculum. Demonstrated ability to model exemplary teaching practice, including the teaching of literacy and numeracy skills across the curriculum, and implement school priorities.

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SC2 Demonstrated expertise in the implementation and modelling of high impact teaching strategies that respond to student learning needs. Demonstrated ability to support teachers to evaluate the impact of learning and teaching programs on student learning growth.

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SC3 Demonstrated exemplary ability to model the monitoring and assessment of student learning. Demonstrated ability to support others in using data to inform teaching practice and to provide feedback on student learning growth and achievement to students and parents.

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SC4 Demonstrated exemplary interpersonal and communication skills. Demonstrated ability to engage in collaborative relationships with students, colleagues, parents and the broader school community to support student learning, agency, wellbeing and engagement.

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SC5 Demonstrated ability to model behaviors and attitudes consistent with Department values. Demonstrated ability to support others to reflect on their practice and facilitate school-based skilled learning.

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SC6 Demonstrated evidence of impact in Literacy and Numeracy School Improvement data, at a whole school or sub‑school level, including the ability to coach leaders and teachers in developing practice,and managing change

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Learning Specialists will be highly skilled classroom practitioners who continue to spend the majority of their time in the classroom delivering high‑quality teaching and learning and have a range of responsibilities related to their expertise, including teaching demonstration lessons, observing and providing feedback to other teachers and facilitating school‑based professional learning.Learning Specialists are expected to have deep knowledge and expertise in high quality teaching and learning in delivering improved achievement, engagement and wellbeing for students. The role of the Learning Specialist will be to model excellence in teaching and learning through demonstration lessons and, mentoring and coaching teachers in improving the skill, knowledge and effectiveness of the teaching workforce.

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The Learning Specialist role is aimed at building excellence in teaching and learning within the Teaching Service.

Responsibilities n

In recognition of the importance of exemplary practice for improved student learning outcomes, the key roles of the Learning Specialists may include but are not limited to:

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- Demonstrating high-level expertise in teaching and learning practice
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- Modelling exemplary classroom practice including through teaching demonstration lessons
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- Working with the school leadership team to develop a shared view of highly effective teacher practice
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- Leading and modelling the implementation of whole‑school improvement strategies related to curriculum planning and delivery
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- Playing a key role in the provision of professional le

📌 Learning Specialist - Literacy and Numeracy School Improvement (Victoria)
🏢 Government schools
📍 Victoria