Overview
Work Type: Fixed-term - Part-time
Salary: Salary not specified
Grade: Education Support - Level 1, Range 2
Occupation: Administration
Location: Melbourne - Southern suburbs
Reference: 1549867
Selection Criteria
KSC 1 - Demonstrated experience in the provision of first aid and health support services within a school or similar setting.
KSC 2 - Demonstrated capacity to manage first aid with the appropriate training and experience to manage anaphylaxis, asthma, diabetes, seizures and administer medication.
KSC 3 - High-level organisational and time management skills, including the ability to prioritise tasks in a busy environment.
KSC 4 - Highly developed interpersonal and communication skills, with the capacity to liaise effectively with students, staff and parents.
KSC 5 - Demonstrated capacity to work effectively as a member of a team and contribute positively to a school environment.
Role
Monday to Friday 8.30am - 3.45pm
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
The First Aid Manager will:
- Provide first aid assessment and treatment to students, staff and visitors.
- Administer prescribed and non-prescribed medication in accordance with Departmental guidelines and individual health management plans.
- Maintain accurate, confidential student health records using Compass and CASES21.
- Liaise with parents/guardians regarding student health matters as required.
- Maintain and monitor first aid and sick bay facilities, including ordering, replenishing supplies, and ensuring equipment is safe and compliant.
- Support the implementation of Individual Health Care Plans, Anaphylaxis Management Plans and Asthma Care Plans.
- Dispense medication to students as per medication administration policy with a parent¿s consent.
- Organise and facilitate training in First Aid for all staff including first aid, CPR and anaphylaxis management.
- School Anaphylaxis verifier (responsible for assessing staff in the correct use of auto injectors).
- Prepare student medical alert lists and distribute to staff as required.
- Maintain and follow up staff training database for mandatory training requirements according to DET guidelines.
- Comply with Occupational Health & Safety requirements and contribute to maintaining a safe and healthy workplace.
- Work collaboratively with leadership and staff to support student wellbeing initiatives.
- Ensure compliance with Child Safe Standards and Department of Education policies.
- Log any edusafe or worksafe incidents via the portal.
Preferred Qualifications (School can arrange training if not trained in all)
- Diabetes trained to monitor students
- Current First Aid and CPR Certificate.
- Valid Working with Children Check.
- ASCIA Anaphylaxis Verifier Certificate.
- Asthma First Aid for Schools Certificate.
GENERAL DUTIES: ADMINISTRATION
- Reception - communication with the school community via phones, email, Compass and in person
- Visitors to the school - Check, record and monitor (including expiry dates) WWCC register and VIT registration
- Distribute incoming mail and emails
- Provide attendance support to year level teams by making daily parent phone calls.
- Maintain and process permission slips on Compass as required.
- Assist with preparation of school Newsletter.
- Update Student records on CASES21.
- Maintain confidentiality at all times.
- Other administration duties as required by the Business Manager or Principal.
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 marrung@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 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
Hours/Days can be discussed, although it is essential to work between 9.00am - 3.30pm.
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 http://www.education.vic.gov.au/hrweb/Pages/default.aspx
Location Profile
Parkdale Primary School is located in the bayside area of Melbourne close to the beach and public transport and is situated approximately 25 kilometres from the metropolitan city centre. The school has a current enrolment of approximately 619 students.
At Parkdale Primary School, the central aim is for each child to grow and develop as an individual with a strong sense of self- worth, self-confidence and respect for self and others in the school community. The school is committed to provide an environment that is flexible, secure, positive and stimulating. Learning opportunities are maximised for all students with attention given to providing for individual needs and learning styles.
Parkdale Primary School gives students access to a high quality education which is achieved and maintained through comprehensively planned programs, committed staff and a supportive community. Our curriculum is based on the Victorian Curriculum and is further enriched through the inclusion of teaching models that promote life-long learning attitudes and skills amongst our students.
The school has a strong commitment to a positive and active home-school partnership. A caring, safe and challenging environment supports the development of positive attitudes to learning.
Specialist programs provided at Parkdale Primary School include Physical Education, Visual Arts, Performing Arts, Digitech/Wellbeing and Japanese. Additional programs include camps, Intervention programs, Clubs and Instrumental tuition. We offer a whole school swimming program and compete in interschool sports programs.
The school values student voice, particularly through the SRC and student leadership program. We also have a ¿Buddies¿ program between prep and year six students to support transition from kindergarten to school for our new prep students.
The Parkdale Primary School Motto 'Together We Achieve' embodies and reflects co-operative and positive learning. Collegiality and team effort across staff, student and community populations support high achievement and shared outcomes.
Apply now Applications close Wednesday 4 November 2026 at 11.59pm Posted 22 October 2026
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