Disability Inclusion Support Officer (Melbourne)

Disability Inclusion Support Officer (Melbourne)

22 Oct
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Victorian Government
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Melbourne

22 Oct

Victorian Government

Melbourne

Laa Yulta Primary School (located in Mambourin) is one of 14 new schools which opened at the start of the school year in 2024. It is located at 10 Elementary Road, Mambourin (located between Geelong and Melbourne). We are helping the growing local population in this new suburb to get a great education close to home. We have a current enrolment of 550 and the school is designed for up to 650 students.

The school has students in Prep to Year 6. The school includes: an administration building (incorporating a library and specialist classrooms); 3 learning neighbourhoods; a community hub with indoor multi-use court; canteen; arts/music spaces; hard courts; and a sports field. Students have great contemporary learning areas with air conditioning and heating. Outside, we have shade sails for sun protection. The school is designed to be environmentally sustainable. More information about the school build can be found on the school website, https://laayultaps.vic.edu.au

MOTTO

Our school's motto is `Dream Big, Dare to Fail'

VISION

Laa Yulta Primary School's vision is to educate all students to the highest levels of academic achievement. Our school aims to empower all students to embrace the challenge in learning, achieve their personal best and build their emotional, social and physical wellbeing.

MISSION

Laa Yulta Primary School's mission is to strive to consciously create an environment of respect and inclusion that fosters a secure learning environment and sense of belonging. This will allow our students to take risks in their learning and thus lead to higher academic outcomes.

This position starts in 2027. If you require further information about the role, please contact Mark Zahra on 0434 532 582 or [email protected] .





Selection Criteria

SC1Demonstrated knowledge of Disability Inclusion Profile (DIP) processes, ensuring accurate, timely applications and maximisation of funding opportunities as well as Individual Education Plans (IEPs), and strategies to support diverse learners

SC2Demonstrated experience in the development and implementation of individual, group and whole school strategies and programs that foster resilience in young people and address their social, emotional and educational needs, including knowledge of the tiers of intervention in Wellbeing.

SC3Demonstrated capacity to case manage individual students, providing quality programming and interventions.

SC4Ability to design and deliver alternative targeted programs.

SC5Highly developed communication and interpersonal skills, including the ability to work collaboratively in a team and wider community.

Role

Attendance requirement for this position is 4 days per week (0.8) days to be negotiated. Attendance during school vacation periods will be negotiated if required.

- Be directed by the Wellbeing Principal Class Officer and other relevant school staff to ensure students receive appropriate support and adjustments, and contribute to a positive, inclusive school culture that promotes belonging and respect for diversity.




- Participate in team meetings to discuss referrals and share best practice approaches.
- Develop meaningful learning plans and set goals with students, including effective crisis management when required.
- Maintain accurate, confidential records of student contact and Disability Inclusion activities in line with DE and school requirements, using Compass,eduSafe, and other databases to record referrals and updates.
- Manage complex cases requiring advanced interventions and cross-qualified or agency collaboration.
- Collaborate with students, teachers, caregivers, and external services to support implementation of adjustments and interventions.
- Liaise with families and carers through phone contact, meetings, and participation in care team meetings and professional networks.
- Ensure compliance with Department of Education Child Safe Standards, Mandatory Reporting legislation, and wellbeing protocols.

Perform other duties consistent with the classification as directed by thePrincipal.

Responsibilities

As a member of the leadership team within a school/s responsible for the management of the following:

- Coordinate the referral, triage, and case management of inclusion students requiring support, ensuring effective communication and collaboration with families and external agencies.
- Promote and support the implementation of all elements of Disability Inclusion at the school
- Ensure the establishment of student support groups (SSGs) for all students who may benefit from a Disability Inclusion profile meeting and maintain minutes/ records of these
- Register students who require a profile meeting
- Ensure Disability Inclusion profile meetings are booked for all students who require profil

📌 Disability Inclusion Support Officer (Melbourne)
🏢 Victorian Government
📍 Melbourne

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