Inclusion Aide - Student Support ES1:2

Location Profile Vermont Secondary College is a large, single campus, co-educational secondary college of over 1650 students located in the eastern suburbs of Melbourne. Vermont Secondary College enjoys an exceptionally high level of parent and community support. General Satisfaction with the College, as measured by the Parent Opinion Survey, remains high and in 2024 was 85%. VSC Statement of Values & Philosophy Our VSC Statement of Values & Philosophy ensures that everyone in our school community will be treated with fairness and respect. In turn, we will strive to create a school that is inclusive and safe, where everyone is empowered to participate and learn. We acknowledge the Traditional Custodians of the land we live, work and travel upon and we pay our respects to the Elders, both past and present, and we recognise, acknowledge and respect the history, culture, diversity and value of all Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islands people. Vermont Secondary College (VSC) is committed to providing a safe, supportive and inclusive environment for all students, staff and members of our diverse community. Our school recognises the importance of our partnership with parents and carers to support our students in their wellbeing, engagement and achievement in learning. We share a commitment to, and a responsibility for, creating an inclusive and safe school environment for our students. VISION: The VSC Motto ¿ Lift up thine eyes Our college motto Lift up thine eyes provides the vision of our college community. We aspire to be progressive and optimistic in our endeavours and interactions, constantly open to the improvement of wellbeing, engagement and achievement. Together, we are building the capacity of our community to engage meaningfully and contribute positively in an increasingly complex world. VSC Vision for Learning & Teaching: Our community creates rich and rigorous learning experiences that empower us all to participate with curiosity, purpose and insight. This will be achieved through the implementation of the VSC Instructional Model, which underpins our pedagogical practice to guide us in implementing more consistent, high quality, innovative curriculum, assessment, teaching and learning practices with clear expectations for staff, students and parents. Mission VSC is proud of its status as a high-performing neighbourhood state school. The goal of VSC is to draw on the qualities of the young people at the college, providing a curricular and co-curricular program that allows them to flourish in areas of strength and to develop in areas of weakness. We strive to support all students to develop the ability to recognise and manage emotions, develop caring and concern for others, make responsible decisions, establish positive relationships, act creatively, engage fully with learning, contribute to community, develop high expectations for self, and handle challenging situations with resilience and respond effectively. VSC Values Our endeavours and interactions are guided by our College Values of: · Integrity - (of self) · Respect - (for others / community) · Excellence - (in achievement / learning / endeavours) 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 environment, 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 Duty hours: 8:00am ¿ 3.30pm Monday & Tuesday An ES Inclusion Support Aide primarily supports students identified in the NCCD and those funded through Disability Inclusion (DI) to participate in meaningful educational experiences at school on the same basis as their peers. Student Support Aides work in collaboration with teachers to create safe and supportive learning environments. Experience in working with people with disability and/or neuro-diverse learners is desirable, as is the ability to attend school camps and excursions outside of regular working hours. Responsibilities Specific work activities include: To work as part of an effective Student Support Team, under the direction of the Assistant Principal and Disability Inclusion & Learning Diversity Leader To work with students in the classroom and in other settings, in accordance with the programs and strategies designed to meet their needs. To facilitate and deliver structured interventions during one-to-one and small group settings. To supplement adjustments made by classroom teachers to meet the student at their point of need to access learning experiences. To assist students with school related activities within the functional domains of the Disability Inclusion Profile with guidance from Student Profiles, IEP¿s and other school documentation such as Behaviour Support Plans. To apply evidence-based strategies to support students access educational activities and experiences (inc camps and excursions) on the same basis as their peers. To support students with General Tasks and Demands such as carrying out daily college routines including timetables and lockers and supporting student Interpersonal Interactions. To assist students facing barriers to Mobility to navigate access in classrooms and the yard, during excursions and camps where necessary. To assist students with Self Care related activities such as personal hygiene, toileting, lifting, clothing and meals where agreement has been reached between the Inclusion Aide, the student, the family, the Assistant Principal and Disability Inclusion & Learning Diversity Leader To communicate any difficulties, concerns and successes experienced by these students using agreed school processes. To assist in, and provide information to, the ongoing maintenance and development of Student Profiles and Individual Education Plans (IEPs). To contribute to data collection for NCCD and Disability Inclusion Profiles in line with school processes in a timely and accurate manner. To attend scheduled meetings of the Disability Inclusion & Learning Diversity Team, including daily morning briefing. To undertake relevant professional learning and participate in the Performance Development Plan (PDP) process. To perform other duties as required by the Principal, Business Manager or Disability Inclusion & Learning Diversity Leader Who May Apply Individuals with the aptitude, experience and/or qualifications to fulfill the specific requirements of the position. EEO AND OHS Commitment 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. The Department of Education is committed to the principles of equal opportunity, and diversity and inclusion for all. We value diversity and inclusion in all forms - gender, religion, ethnicity, LGBTIQ, 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 family friendly, supportive, safe and harassment free workplaces is essential to high performance and promotes flexible work, diversity and safety across all schools and Department workplaces. It is our policy to provide reasonable adjustments for persons with a disability (see Workplace adjustment guidelines). Additional support and advice on the recruitment process is available to Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islanders from the Koorie Outcomes Division (KOD) via education.vic.gov.au 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 Conditions of Employment This vacancy is specifically linked to Student Support Funding and is ongoing. If the funding reduces or ceases during the first seven years of employment, employment may cease subject to the provision of at least 12 weeks’ notice.

Location: Melbourne, Victoria, AU

Posted Date: 10/21/2025