We are looking for a competent and dedicated Education Support Officer to join our team at the David Scott School (Frankston). This is a position for Monday to Thursday 8:30-4:36pm. Beginning early Term 4, 2023.                                 

THE ROLE

At the David Scott School, Education Support Officers play a pivotal role in delivering individualised educational support for all our students. Education Support Officers work within our programs, to support the learning within and beyond the classroom.

As part of our Teaching and Learning team, the ESO role is primarily assisting Teachers with the day-to-day operation of the classroom and instructional implementation of curriculum. This position will see you supporting students both individually and in small groups. 

Salary will be in the range of $60,634.00 - $69,632.00 pro rata per annum, based on skills and experience plus superannuation.

 ABOUT THE BROTHERHOOD OF ST LAURENCE

The Brotherhood of St Laurence (BSL) has a clear vision – an Australia free of poverty. The School is an initiative of the Brotherhood of St Laurence, and sits within the organisational structure of the Brotherhood of St Laurence.

The School vision is to ensure that all young people receive a high quality education that empowers them to reach their potential and equips them for a good life.

​The School delivers an integrated education program to meet the literacy, numeracy, work related and personal development needs of young people (aged 15-19) in the Frankston and Mornington Peninsula region who are unable to participate in mainstream schooling.

At the David Scott School, our core business is education.  Our vision is to ensure that all our young people receive a high-quality education that empowers them to reach their potential and equips them for a good life.

The David Scott School was established by the Brotherhood of St Laurence in 2017.  The School contributes to the Brotherhood’s vision of creating change that lasts for a more compassionate and just society - a society in which we can all fully participate in social, civic and economic life with the dignity and respect we all deserve.

WHAT WE ARE LOOKING FOR

Passion for supporting the mission of BSL, and delivering excellence in your role, are just the start.

To be considered for the role and be successful in it, we’re looking for someone who has the following key skills and experiences:

• Minimum of Certificate or Diploma of Education Support
• Current WWCC and ability to work within the educational sector.
• Demonstrated understanding of the principles of educational instruction and the ability to apply to the individual learning needs of a student
• Demonstrated understanding of the educational needs of students including the capacity to support school improvement and curriculum initiatives, with a focus on the development of numeracy and literacy
• The demonstrated ability to support flexible and innovative approaches to teaching and learning, focusing on applied learning and the use of new technologies
• Demonstrated experience and ability to engage and work positively with vulnerable and/or at-risk young people, using a strengths-based approach
• Ability to interpret and apply Individual Education Plans (IEPs)
• Well-developed interpersonal and communication skills with the ability to build and maintain effective working relationships
• Well-developed organisational and time management skills with the ability to plan workload, prioritise and meet deadlines
• Demonstrated resilience and ability to adapt to changing environments
• Demonstrated knowledge of and commitment to ensure the School is a Child Safe environment
• Understanding of and empathy with the values and ideals of the Brotherhood

Desirable

• Understanding and experience with specific learning needs of students with disabilities
• Experience obtaining evidence for NCCD
• Current Victorian driver’s license.

BENEFITS

• Improve your take-home pay by using salary packaging options – up to $18,500 can be packaged every year (details via AccessPay)!
• Career development opportunities
• Leave loading of 17.5%
• Employee Assistance Program
• Discounted health insurance and free flu shots each year
• Paid leave during school holiday periods

APPLY NOW

If you have any questions about the role or want more clarification, please contact Darcie O’Sullivan on (03) 8781 5900 for a confidential discussion.

Applicants should prepare a letter outlining your suitability for the role, supported by your resume and any relevant transcripts.

To view the Position Description to address the Key Selection Criteria, please click here. 

CULTURE

BSL employees enjoy a range of flexible work options and other attractive benefits. Recognising that there is no ‘one size fits all’ pattern of work–life balance, the organisation endeavours to provide options to suit the needs of all staff.

The Brotherhood of St Laurence adheres to Government vaccination mandates.

We are an EEO and understand the importance of diversity and inclusion. We recognise that everyone has the right to an equitable, safe and productive environment and to be treated with dignity and respect.  We welcome applications from all people regardless of age, gender, ethnicity, cultural background, disability or sexual orientation. Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people are encouraged to apply.

Successful applicants will be subject to pre-employment checks including criminal history and working with children. Recruitment decisions are based on the key inherent needs and requirements of each role, and candidates are selected based on their unique strengths and characteristics.  Applicants must have proof of working rights in Australia.