Overview

Work Type: Ongoing - Full-time

Salary: Salary not specified

Grade: Education Support - Level 1, Range 3

Occupation: Education and training

Location: Melbourne - Eastern suburbs

Reference: 1550436

Selection Criteria

SC1 ¿ Technical Knowledge and Skills

Demonstrated high-level technical skills and the capacity to effectively support a range of digital systems, applications and devices, including the ability to troubleshoot and resolve technical and operational problems.

SC2 ¿ Curriculum and Assessment Systems

Demonstrated capacity to support complex digital curriculum, assessment and reporting processes, or the ability to rapidly develop expertise in systems associated with NAPLAN, VCE/VCAA, VASS, online assessment, reporting and curriculum delivery.

SC3 ¿ Organisation and Coordination

Demonstrated highly developed organisational skills, including the capacity to plan and coordinate complex activities involving multiple stakeholders, large numbers of students and staff, competing priorities and critical timelines.

SC4 ¿ Communication and Collaboration

Demonstrated high-level communication and interpersonal skills and the ability to work effectively with school leaders, teachers, education support staff, technical staff and external organisations.

SC5 ¿ Initiative and Problem Solving

Demonstrated capacity to exercise initiative, identify and resolve problems, anticipate operational risks and develop practical solutions within the responsibilities of the position.

SC6 ¿ Professional Practice

Demonstrated commitment to professional conduct, confidentiality, accuracy, continuous improvement and the effective use of technology to support student learning and school improvement.

Role

The Curriculum Systems and Digital Assessment Coordinator provides specialised technical, administrative and operational support for the school¿s curriculum, assessment, reporting and teaching and learning programs.

The position has particular responsibility for the coordination and technical administration of digital assessment and curriculum systems, including NAPLAN Online, VCE and VCAA assessment requirements, VASS-related processes, digital examinations, school-based assessment, benchmarking and diagnostic testing, reporting systems and other curriculum-related digital platforms.

The role works closely with the Principal Team, Curriculum Leaders, VCE/VCAA Coordinator, NAPLAN Coordinator, Data and Assessment staff, teaching staff, administration staff and the school¿s IT Manager.

A key purpose of the position is to ensure that significant curriculum and assessment activities requiring technology are planned, tested and implemented effectively and that staff and students receive timely technical and operational support.

The position is distinct from the school¿s IT Manager. It does not hold responsibility for the strategic management of the school¿s ICT infrastructure, network, cybersecurity or IT department. Its primary focus is the effective application of technology to curriculum, assessment, reporting and teaching and learning.

The successful applicant will possess strong technical and organisational skills, demonstrate a high level of attention to detail and have the capacity to coordinate complex processes involving large numbers of students and staff.

Responsibilities

NAPLAN and Digital Assessment

- Provide specialised technical and operational support for the preparation and delivery of NAPLAN Online.
- Coordinate the technical readiness of devices, applications and testing environments required for NAPLAN.
- Undertake device and system readiness testing prior to assessment periods.
- Support practice and demonstration testing and assist staff and students to become familiar with required systems.
- Support the NAPLAN Coordinator with student, session and assessment preparation as required.
- Provide technical support during NAPLAN testing sessions.
- Troubleshoot issues arising during assessment and liaise with relevant Department, VCAA or external technical support services where necessary.
- Assist with the implementation of assessment security, privacy and data-management requirements.
- Maintain appropriate documentation, procedures and records relating to NAPLAN technical administration.

VCE, VCAA and Examination Support

- Provide specialised technical and operational support for VCE and VCAA assessment and examination requirements.
- Support the implementation of computer-based and digital VCE examinations and assessments.
- Coordinate technical readiness activities for digital examinations, including devices, required software, testing environments and connectivity.
- Assist with trialling and testing new VCAA digital examination arrangements prior to implementation.
- Provide technical support during examination periods and respond promptly to technology-related issues.
- Support the VCE/VCAA Coordinator with relevant digital systems and processes.
- Provide appropriate technical and administrative support for VASS-related processes, including data preparation, reporting and examination administration.
- Assist with the implementation of new VCAA assessment technologies and requirements as they are introduced.

School-Based Assessment and Benchmark Testing

- Coordinate the technical implementation of whole-school and cohort-based digital assessment programs.
- Support PAT, diagnostic, benchmarking and other standardised testing undertaken by the school.
- Prepare student cohorts, classes and assessment sessions within relevant platforms.
- Assist with student data uploads, account management and assessment configuration.
- Support staff during major testing periods.
- Assist with the extraction, organisation and presentation of assessment data for curriculum leaders and teaching staff.
- Work with curriculum leaders to improve the efficiency and consistency of school-wide assessment processes.

Curriculum Systems

- Provide technical and operational support for curriculum-related digital platforms used across the school.
- Support the effective operation of the school¿s Learning Management System and associated curriculum platforms where required.
- Assist with curriculum-related student management and reporting systems.
- Support the implementation and administration of online assessment platforms.




- Assist with curriculum software, digital textbooks, learning applications and other approved teaching and learning technologies.
- Support staff with the establishment and maintenance of classes, subjects, student groups and curriculum structures within relevant systems.
- Assist with data transfers and integration between approved curriculum systems where appropriate.

Reporting

- Provide technical and administrative support for student reporting processes.
- Assist with the establishment and maintenance of reporting structures, subjects and assessment requirements within relevant systems.
- Support staff during reporting periods and troubleshoot technical or operational issues.
- Assist curriculum leaders and administration staff with the production and checking of student reports.
- Undertake appropriate quality assurance processes to support the accuracy and integrity of reporting data.

Curriculum Data

- Assist with the collection, organisation and presentation of curriculum and assessment data.
- Support curriculum leaders with the extraction of data from relevant assessment and curriculum platforms.
- Undertake data quality checks and assist in identifying discrepancies or incomplete information.
- Assist with student data imports and exports between approved systems.
- Support the development of effective processes for accessing and using curriculum and assessment data.
- Maintain appropriate confidentiality and security of student information.

Teaching and Learning Support

- Provide practical technical assistance to teachers in the use of curriculum-related digital platforms.
- Troubleshoot technology issues that directly affect teaching, assessment and curriculum delivery.
- Develop user guides, instructions, checklists and other resources for staff.
- Provide individual or small-group support to staff when new curriculum technologies or processes are introduced.
- Assist with the implementation of new digital teaching and assessment initiatives.
- Support significant school curriculum activities requiring coordinated technology support.

Planning and Quality Assurance

- Develop annual timelines and readiness plans for significant digital assessment events.
- Maintain procedures, checklists and documentation for major curriculum technology processes.
- Undertake testing prior to significant assessment and reporting events.
- Identify potential technical and operational risks and escalate matters appropriately.
- Maintain records of significant issues and contribute to post-event reviews to improve future processes.
- Recommend improvements to curriculum-related systems and procedures within the scope of the position.

Liaison

- Work collaboratively with the Principal Team and relevant curriculum leaders.
- Develop a close working relationship with the school¿s IT Manager and IT support staff.
- Liaise with VCAA, the Department of Education and approved external providers regarding curriculum technology matters as required.
- Communicate technical requirements clearly to teaching and administrative staff.
- Participate in relevant meetings associated with curriculum, assessment, reporting and digital systems where appropriate.

Relationship with the ICT Manager

The Curriculum Systems and Digital Assessment Coordinator and IT Manager perform complementary but distinct functions.

The IT Manager retains responsibility for the management and strategic direction of the school¿s broader ICT environment, including:

- network and server infrastructure
- cybersecurity and information security
- internet and telecommunications infrastructure
- whole-school ICT architecture
- device management infrastructure
- hardware deployment and lifecycle management
- ICT asset management
- infrastructure procurement
- management of the school¿s IT support function
- technical standards and infrastructure-related policies.

The Curriculum Systems and Digital Assessment Coordinator is primarily responsible for the application of technology to:

- NAPLAN
- VCE and VCAA assessment
- digital examinations
- VASS-related curriculum processes
- PAT and other benchmarking assessments
- school-based online assessment
- curriculum platforms
- Learning Management Systems
- student reporting
- assessment and curriculum data
- curriculum-related applications
- digital teaching and learning processes.

Where a curriculum technology issue involves underlying infrastructure, network security, device management or broader ICT architecture, the Curriculum Systems and Digital Assessment Coordinator will work with and/or escalate the matter to the ICT Manager.

Who May Apply

Individuals with the aptitude, experience and/or qualifications to fulfil the specific requirements of the position are encouraged to apply.

The successful applicant will be required to meet the employment requirements applicable to Education Support employees within Victorian government schools.

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 safe, 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

Other Information

Occupational Health and Safety

The employee is expected to take reasonable care for their own health and safety and that of others who may be affected by their actions, and to comply with Department and school occupational health and safety policies, procedures and instructions.

Equal Opportunity

The school and Department of Education are committed to the principles of equal opportunity, diversity and inclusion. Applicants from diverse backgrounds are encouraged to apply.

Professional Expectations

The Curriculum Systems and Digital Assessment Coordinator will:

- maintain confidentiality and exercise appropriate discretion
- demonstrate accuracy and attention to detail
- provide responsive and professional support to staff and students
- maintain current knowledge of relevant curriculum technologies and requirements
- work collaboratively and constructively with the school¿s IT team
- actively contribute to the improvement of curriculum and assessment processes
- demonstrate flexibility during high-demand periods such as NAPLAN, examinations and reporting
- undertake other duties consistent with the responsibilities and classification of the position as directed by the Principal.

Conditions of Employment

- All staff employed by the Department of Education are required to comply with relevant Department policies and procedures.
- The successful applicant will be required to demonstrate a commitment to the safety, wellbeing and protection of children and young people.
- The position requires the appropriate handling of confidential student, assessment and school information.
- The incumbent may be required to undertake relevant professional learning associated with VCAA, NAPLAN, curriculum systems and digital assessment.
- Duties may change over time within the scope of the classification and in response to changes in Department, VCAA and school requirements.

Location Profile

Cranbourne West Secondary College abuts rapidly growing residential areas in the suburb of Cranbourne. The school will work in partnership with the community to provide authentic learning opportunities and best academic and personal outcomes for all students. Cranbourne West Secondary College in the rapidly growing suburb of Cranbourne opening in January 2021 with 198 Year 7 enrolments. Currently the College has approximately 2000 students across Year 7 to Year 12. Neighbouring schools are relatively large and Cranbourne West Secondary College is expected to grow quickly to meet residents¿ demand for excellence in education, consistent with the vision for the Education State.

Cranbourne West Secondary College will provide students with state of the art facilities in STEM, Visual Arts, Physical Education and Performing Arts spaces to cater for the learning needs of all students.

Commitment to Excellence and Inclusion
Cranbourne West Secondary College delivers the highest quality of education for all learners. As a Supported Inclusion School, Cranbourne West Secondary College sets strong culture of inclusion at a whole-of-school level. The innovative and evidence-based schools design is flexible and allows schools to have students with special needs in the classroom with their peers, utilise smaller spaces and/or run stand-alone classes depending on the cohort of students.

Cranbourne West Secondary College staff deliver excellence by responding to the diverse needs of their students. We will provide staff access to a suite of Department educational resources and programs that support exemplary inclusive practice. Our College will demonstrate a strong commitment to outstanding post school outcomes for all students, be that University or other further study, apprenticeships, traineeships or full-time work.

School Vision and Values
Cranbourne West Secondary College fosters a love of learning. We respect inclusion, diversity and indigenous heritage. We aspire for continuous improvement in all our students as they grow into adulthood. We live by our motto, diversis viribus - ¿strength through diversity¿, and look forward to our students emerging as resilient, productive and cooperative members of the community.

Cranbourne West Secondary College¿s motto is Diversis Viribus - `Strength through Diversity¿; our values are intrinsically linked to this motto as we ASPIRE every day:

Acceptance - to accept someone is to acknowledge them, to recognize how they are different, and to say that it is okay. Acceptance is good!

Sincerity - the quality of being open and truthful

Perseverance - is not giving up. It is persistence and tenacity, the effort required to do something and keep doing it till the end, even if it's hard.

Inclusion - a group that's particularly welcoming to all kinds of people. To include someone is to intentionally pursue ways to make them feel welcomed, heard, and valued.

Respect - respecting myself, others and the school environment.

Excellence - the quality of excelling; possessing good qualities in high degree and continually striving to improve.

Applications close Sunday 8 November 2026 at 11.59pm

Posted

26 October 2026

📌 Curriculum Systems and Digital Assessment Coordinator (Melbourne)
🏢 Government schools
📍 Melbourne