Early Education Program Education Support

Furlong Park School for Deaf Children is a bilingual specialist school dedicated to educating deaf and hard-of-hearing children in a vibrant, inclusive, and engaging environment. Located on expansive grounds in Sunshine North, the school recently underwent a $10 million upgrade through the Victorian School Building Authority, enhancing its facilities to support high-quality learning.

We have high expectations for all students to achieve their full potential. Our teaching is differentiated and guided by a commitment to excellence, with communication supported through both spoken English and Auslan (Australian Sign Language).

Our diverse and dedicated team includes:

- 13 teachers, including a Mental Health and Wellbeing Leader.
- 12 Educational Support staff, including a Speech Pathologist and NDIS Navigator.
- A Leadership Team comprising the Principal, Assistant Principal, two Learning Specialists.

Our staff includes Deaf, hard-of-hearing, and hearing professionals who work collaboratively to create a warm and inclusive workplace culture.

Programs and Curriculum

- We offer both a Primary School Program and an Early Education Program for 3- and 4-year-old children.
- With a current enrolment of 67 students, we serve families across Melbourne's northern and western suburbs, as well as rural fringe areas.
- Our curriculum is based on the Victorian Early Years Learning and Development Framework and the Victorian Curriculum, supporting students working at Foundation to Year 10 levels, as well as Levels A-D Towards Foundation.

Staff actively participate in Skilled Learning Teams (PLTs),



with teachers engaging in inquiry cycles to enhance teaching and learning. Educational Support staff also benefit from tailored professional development to grow their expertise.

Our Values Our school motto: Empower, Enrich, Educate guides everything we do. We embed Positive Behaviour Support (PBS) values throughout our community:

- I am a Learner
- I Care for Others

Location Profile

Furlong Park School for Deaf Children is a bilingual specialist school dedicated to educating deaf and hard-of-hearing children in a vibrant, inclusive, and engaging environment. Located on expansive grounds in Sunshine North, the school recently underwent a $10 million upgrade through the Victorian School Building Authority, enhancing its facilities to support high-quality learning.

We have high expectations for all students to achieve their full potential. Our teaching is differentiated and guided by a commitment to excellence, with communication supported through both spoken English and Auslan (Australian Sign Language).

Our diverse and dedicated team includes:

- 13 teachers, including a Mental Health and Wellbeing Leader.
- 12 Educational Support staff, including a Speech Pathologist and NDIS Navigator.
- A Leadership Team comprising the Principal, Assistant Principal, two Learning Specialists.

Our staff includes Deaf, hard-of-hearing,



and hearing professionals who work collaboratively to create a warm and inclusive workplace culture.

Programs and Curriculum

- We offer both a Primary School Program and an Early Education Program for 3- and 4-year-old children.
- With a current enrolment of 67 students, we serve families across Melbourne's northern and western suburbs, as well as rural fringe areas.
- Our curriculum is based on the Victorian Early Years Learning and Development Framework and the Victorian Curriculum, supporting students working at Foundation to Year 10 levels, as well as Levels A-D Towards Foundation.

Staff actively participate in Professional Learning Teams (PLTs), with teachers engaging in inquiry cycles to enhance teaching and learning. Educational Support staff also benefit from tailored professional development to grow their expertise.

Our Values Our school motto: Empower, Enrich, Educate guides everything we do. We embed Positive Behaviour Support (PBS) values throughout our community:

- I am a Learner
- I am Safe
- I am Responsible
- I Care for Others

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

📌 Early Education Program Education Support (Melbourne)
🏢 Government schools
📍 Melbourne