Location Profile

Ripponlea Primary School - Small in Size. Big in Impact.

Nestled in the heart of East St Kilda, Ripponlea Primary School is a vibrant, inclusive and close-knit school community where relationships matter, every child is known and every staff member is valued. With approximately 265 students from Foundation to Year 6, we offer the warmth and connection of a small school, together with high expectations, a strong commitment to educational excellence and a shared belief that every child can thrive.

Guided by our vision Care, Create, Connect, and our values of Community, Creativity, Integrity, Open-mindedness, Resilience and Respect, we have created a school culture built on kindness, collaboration, trust and a genuine sense of belonging. We believe that children learn best when they feel protected, connected, inspired and challenged, and that exceptional teaching begins with strong relationships.

At Ripponlea, we are passionate about teaching and learning. Our evidence-informed instructional approach is aligned with the Victorian Teaching and Learning Model 2.0, with a solid emphasis on explicit instruction, guided practice, systematic literacy and numeracy teaching, and responsive assessment practices. We are committed to ensuring every student experiences success, makes meaningful progress and develops the confidence to embrace new challenges.

Our greatest strength is our people. We are proud of our dedicated, caring and highly collaborative staff who share responsibility for every student's learning and wellbeing. Through Professional Learning Communities, instructional coaching, shared professional learning and reflective practice, we support one another to continually grow and improve. We value professional curiosity, initiative, creativity and the willingness to learn alongside colleagues.

Student wellbeing and inclusion are at the heart of everything we do. Our commitment to School-Wide Positive Behaviour Support, respectful relationships and restorative practices helps create calm, supportive and engaging learning environments where students develop resilience, independence and a strong sense of belonging.

Our families are genuine partners in school life, contributing to the wonderful community spirit that makes Ripponlea such a special place to learn and work. From classroom learning and student leadership to camps, celebrations, sustainability initiatives and community events, there is a shared sense of pride and connection across our school.

We are looking for educators who bring warmth, enthusiasm, high expectations and a genuine passion for making a difference. People who value teamwork, embrace professional growth, build meaningful relationships and believe that every child deserves the very best opportunities to succeed.

At Ripponlea Primary School, you are more than a member of staff. You are part of a caring, supportive and committed team where your contributions matter, your professional growth is encouraged and the impact you make is felt every day.

Small in size. Big in impact. A community where children thrive, educators flourish and everyone belongs.

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 workplace, including high level oral and written communication skills.

SC4 Possess the technical knowledge and expertise relevant to the position.

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





[Monday to Friday 9:00 - 3:30 or flexible hours negotiated)

An education support class position at this range will perform tasks that are carried out in accordance with guidelines, accepted practice, and school policy under supervision and direction. This may include coordination of other education support class staff within the work area or educational program.

An education support class position supports the educational services being provided to students but must not include duties of a teacher as defined in clause 2.6.1 of the Education and Training Reform Act 2006 (Vic) or its successor. Supervision of students can be required individually or in groups up to 4 in controlled circumstances and where the responsibility for students remains clearly with a teacher.

Certification and/or qualifications of up to three years can be required at this level (noting that Registered Nurse is not included at this level, the first level for which is Level 1 range 3).

A role at this range may include:

- Specific support tasks to achieve outcomes. Typically, this will involve accountability for a single function, (e.g. ensuring data is properly maintained) or the co-ordination of a work area under the direction of the principal or a manager.
- Assisting teachers, within an educational program, by undertaking specific support tasks or the coordination of the support function.
- Supervised health and wellbeing support tasks, medical intervention support tasks, or other specialised student/teacher support roles (e.g. enrolled nurses performing the role as described in schedule 3). These roles require specific qualifications and/or training, including roles where further training must be undertaken from time to time. The role is for a specific purpose, for which there will be direct accountability as opposed to support roles that are carried out by a range of staff performing routine tasks under direction.
- Technical tasks that require a sound knowledge of basic technical and/or scientific principles that are used to develop and adapt work methods and make judgements where there are clear guidelines and limited options. Routine technical support in libraries, science, and information technology would be typical examples.

An education support class position at this range commencing at the base will initially be limited to undertaking routine tasks that are carried out under close supervision and direction. Work that carries some degree of independence will generally involve a limited number of tasks performed on a regular basis where priorities are clear, procedures are well established, and direction is readily available. Subject to any specific qualification and/or training requirement, an education support class employee employed in this range may be progressively required to undertake coordination, specialised student/teacher support tasks, or technical tasks as experience in the role is gained.

Responsibilities

- Provide routine clerical or other administrative support responsibilities including general telephone, front office enquiries, mail deliveries, assisting with stock control, supporting organisation of meetings, receiving and initial processing of standard paperwork
- Maintain, enter and retrieve data from the schools IT systems, such as the school's records system, including computerised student, staff and school records
- Maintain and update office records, enrolment data, diary records, and basic written records




- Support or coordinate the preparation of standard routine internal and external communication according to school procedures (e.g. form letters, newsletters)
- Source basic data or factual information from given sources to support school administrative functions, e.g. books, reports, manuals, catalogues, tables, forms, etc.
- Coordinate the delivery of administrative services within the school
- In consultation with the principal, determine and manage work priorities within the school office
- Develop and implement strategies to ensure effective administration procedures
- Coordinate the implementation of requisitioning, purchasing and issuing procedures
- Manage client reception and office operations
- Liaise with school staff in regard to support requirements
- Coordinate staff timetabling
- Undertakes VASS and/or VET administration support
- Supports the first aid facilities and assists in delivering first aid to students

Who May Apply

Individuals with the aptitude, experience and/or qualifications to fulfill the specific requirements of the position.

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 *@education.vic.gov.au

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 secure 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

No available Conditions of Employment

- All staff employed by the Department and schools have access to a broad range of employment conditions and working arrangements.
- Appointment of successful applicants will be made subject to a satisfactory pre-employment conditions check.
- A probationary period may apply during the first year of employment and induction and support programs provided.
- Detailed information on all terms and conditions of employment is available on the Department's Human Resources website at https://www2.education.vic.gov.au/pal

Program Benefits

No available

📌 Administration Support & Enrolments - Part Time (St Kilda)
🏢 Department of Education Victoria
📍 St Kilda