Learning Specialist Range 3
- Disability Inclusion

Department of Education Victoria – Frankston VIC

1d ago , from Department of Education & Training Victoria

Naranga is a school in Frankston for students aged 5 to 18 who have a mild intellectual disability. Our motto is ¿Learning for Life¿, and we aim to prepare each student to be an active contributor within the community. We provide an engaging and comprehensive developmental curriculum that ensures each student will achieve personal success and achieve progress within a supportive environment. Programs are cutting-edge and accommodate the individual learning styles and needs of students. Integrated and holistic learning opportunities are developed so that students acquire knowledge and experience within engaging activities. Classes range in size from 6 to 14 students, reflecting the individual needs of students and their capacity for independence.

We follow the Victorian Curriculum that sets out the knowledge and skills every student should learn during their first 11 years of schooling to become lifelong learners, confident individuals, and active and informed citizens prepared to navigate a diverse and changing world. An Individual Education Plan is developed for each student ¿ in consultation with families/carers and students. Our Senior Secondary Program offers students two distinct pathways, Victorian Pathways Certificate (VPC) and ASDAN (Award Scheme Development and Accreditation Network) Senior students also have the opportunity to participate in selected vocational education and training certificates.

The staffing structure is designed to support and extend student learning by focussing on interests, skills and wellbeing. In addition to traditional subjects such as English and Mathematics,



the school offers learning opportunities through specialist activities such as Health and Physical Education, The Arts, Digital and Design Technology and Science. Additional supports are provided through student wellbeing, psychology, speech pathology and occupational therapy.

The learning journey at Naranga is supportedby School-Wide Positive Behaviour Supports and Restorative Practices, which are incorporated into daily school life. Students¿ achievements are regularly celebrated at every level: within classes, in sub-schools, across the whole school and in the broader community. We are proud and active members of the Sustainable Schools program. We have current registration with eSmart, and actively engage our students in the Bully Stoppers program.

Parents are strongly encouraged to be involved in the development of their child¿s academic learning program, and as part of the broader school community. We work closely with parents to host information sessions, a Parents and Friends group, a fundraising group, open days and various sporting and musical events. Our School Concert is the highlight of our calendaryear.

Naranga School is identified as having a low socio-economic band. We received additional funding under Equity Reform. This money was used to support individualised learning programs for students through smaller class groups, explicit instruction,



additional education support staff and therapy services.

In 2025, 162 students are enrolled and supported by teachers and education support staff, including a psychologist, speech pathologist, mental health practitioner and occupational therapist. Leadership comprised a Principal, 2 Assistant Principals, 2 Leading Teachers and 2 learning specialists. Maggie the school¿s therapy dog, provides individual and group support to students across the school 5 days per week

Selection Criteria

SC1Demonstrated expert knowledge of the relevant curriculum. Demonstrated ability to model exemplary teaching practice, including the teaching of literacy and numeracy skills across the curriculum, and implement school priorities.

SC2Demonstrated expertise in the implementation and modelling of high impact teaching strategies that respond to student learning needs. Demonstrated ability to support teachers to evaluate the impact of learning and teaching programs on student learning growth.

SC3Demonstrated exemplary ability to model the monitoring and assessment of student learning. Demonstrated ability to support others in using data to inform teaching practice and to provide feedback on student learning growth and achievement to students and parents.

SC4Demonstrated exemplary interpersonal and communication skills. Demonstrated ability to engage in collaborative relationships with students, colleagues, parents and the broader school community to support student learning, agency, wellbeing and engagement.

SC5Demonstrated ability to model behaviours and attitudes consistent with Department values. Demonstrated ability to support others to reflect on their practice and facilitate school-based professio

📌 Learning Specialist Range 3 (Frankston)
🏢 Department of Education Victoria
📍 Frankston