Finance and Administration Support (Level 1- Range 3)

Department of Education Victoria – Carlton VIC

Carlton Gardens Primary School - A cherished educational institution located at the doorstep ofMelbourne's bustling CBD. Situated opposite the picturesque Carlton Gardens and Melbourne Museum,our heritage-listed building stands as a beacon of learning, history, and community. At Carlton Gardens weare committed to fostering an environment where every child is valued as an individual. We prioritise thesafety and security of our students, creating a sanctuary for learning in the heart of the city.

Exceptional Teachers, Exceptional Learning - Our school is proud to house a team of outstanding educatorswho are passionate about student learning and wellbeing. As a Professional Learning Community, ourteachers and Education Support staff are highly collaborative in building expertise, through evidence-basedtheories, frameworks and practices, including the Victorian Teaching and Learning Model 2.0, School-WidePositive Behaviour Supports, Positive Classroom Management Strategies, and the Victorian Curriculum 2.0.

A Diverse Tapestry of Learning - With students from over thirty language backgrounds and a wide socio-economic spectrum, Carlton Gardens celebrates diversity in community. Within our historic Victorian-eraschoolhouse and modern purpose-built classrooms, tradition meets multiculturalism, creating a vibrant andinclusive learning workplace.

A Place Where Every Child is Known - What truly sets us apart is our commitment to the individual. Eachchild is known personally by our staff and peers, fostering self-esteem, social confidence, and academicsuccess.

Community, Collaboration,



and Growth - Carlton Gardens Primary School actively engages with variouscommunity groups, enriching our students' educational experiences. We are proud to have establishedpartnerships with institutions such as the Melbourne Museum and Kathleen Symes Library CommunityCentre. These collaborations expand our students' horizons and provide them with unique learningopportunities that extend beyond the classroom.

Carlton Gardens Primary School is not just an educational institution; it's our community. Join us on thisexciting journey of learning, growth, and celebration of each child's unique potential. Welcome to a schoolwhere individual excellence is nurtured

Selection Criteria

- SC1 Demonstrated capacity to perform duties consistent with established guidelines and frameworks, including liasing with others in respect to specific work functions relevant to the role.
- SC2Demonstrated capacity to work and collaborate with others in a team environment.
- SC3Demonstrated capacity to communicate effectively with a range of stakeholders, including high level oral and written communication skills.
- SC4 Possess the technical knowledge and expertise relevant to the position, including Cases 21 and Compass
- 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





This role is 8:00am to 4:00pm Monday to Friday.

Part‑time work may be considered for the suitable applicant, with the potential for ongoing employment.

Range 3 is distinguished by the introduction of management responsibility and accountability for the delivery of professional support services. The role will usually impact beyond the work area or professional field. It seeks to gain cooperation of other staff members or members of the school community to achieve specific objectives, such as in school administration, operations or educational programs.

Direction on targets and goals is provided but the position will have some degree of latitude in determining how they are achieved. This latitude will generally be limited by standard procedures and school policy. Deviation from standard procedures and school policy will require guidance and direction from senior management.

The provision of business management responsibilities becomes a feature at range 3. Management of staff to achieve the expected outcomes is a key responsibility. Staff management issues will be resolved with minimal reference to senior management, although guidance will be required in more complex cases. Senior management will be provided with timely reports and advice, although this will generally be confined to matters relating to the immediate work area, service provision or educational program and is unlikely to impact substantially on whole of school operations.

This is the minimum range for positions that carry a mandatory qualification requirement of not less than four years. Professional student support positions become a feature at range 3 (e.g. therapists, p

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