Doveton College is a unique, diverse and vibrant learning community.  It is unlike any other educational setting in Australia.  Located in the South Eastern suburbs of Melbourne, Doveton College resides in one of the most disadvantaged metropolitan regions of Australia.  It is the first of ten settings to be developed in association with the Colman Foundation, Our Place and the Department of Education.

Doveton College is complex in its operation; it seeks to support, foster and develop opportunities for all members of the Doveton Community including children, young people, and adults.  The focus is on providing high quality teaching and learning programs for children and young people from 0 to 15 years old, with additional learning opportunities for parents and the wider community members.  It provides a wide range of wrap-around educational, health and allied health services, Maternal and Child Health, and Adult Learning opportunities.  Early Learning has an Exceeding Rating in all quality areas; operating a long day setting, with a focus on learning through play in a structured, appealing indoor/outdoor learning environment. Each week students from Foundation to Year 9 participate in the Doveton Engagement and Enrichment Program (DEEP) which operates as an extension to the school day and includes sports, performance, technology and artistic programs.

Doveton College is committed to providing a child safe environment where children and young people are safe and feel safe, and their voices are heard about decisions that affect their lives.  Particular attention is paid to the cultural safety of Aboriginal children, those with culturally and/or linguistically diverse backgrounds, as well as the safety of children with a disability.  Children are at the centre of all our decisions.

The community expectation is that the College will provide a safe and secure environment where the individual student can learn and develop to their full potential. In the school sector, high quality teaching and learning is non- negotiable. All staff are strong professional educators, implementing teaching and learning programs that are evidenced based and informed by research and best practice. There is a strong focus on literacy and numeracy, alongside a well-developed social and emotional learning curriculum.

The Doveton College vision is clear and is based on the belief that every child will succeed. There is a commitment to:

• the potential of each of our children and young people to learn, to achieve and do their best
• empowering all our children and young people to be curious, independent, happy and motivated to excel
• a rigorous and dynamic curriculum to meet the needs of, and promote the growth of every child and young person
• a strong learning culture and team approach, based on the values of Respect, Excellence, Empathy, Resilience, and Belonging
• the belief that learning occurs in partnership with parents and families and the support of the community

We believe that strong positive relationships underpin all our work, and that the wellbeing of our children and young people is critical to their success and academic achievements. Families choose Doveton College because it is safe, inclusive and focused on each child¿s current and future learning needs.  We aim to create a place where every young person feels known, supported and inspired to do their best.

• SC1 Demonstrated experience and skills in school administration with a commitment to professional learning and growth for both self and others. 
• SC2 Capacity to undertake routine support tasks across a range of functions in one or more work areas within a school environment. Demonstrated capacity to provide advice and support to management in respect to the work area. 

• SC3 Demonstrated capacity to build and maintain strong, respectful partnerships with staff, students, families and the wider community with high level oral and written communication skills. 

• SC4 Demonstrated proficiency in the use of the Microsoft office suite especially EXCEL, CASES , COMPASS and Google sheets and various other software or technical equipment as relevant to the position. 
• SC5 Demonstrated ability to effectively navigate unexpected challenges, demonstrating flexibility and resilience in meeting the evolving needs and circumstances of the school environment. Demonstrated capacity to contribute to the culture of a school.

• SC 6 Demonstrated ability to provide first aid support to students from Prep to Year 9.

This position requires the successful applicant to work 8.30 ¿ 4.30 each day.  

• Coordinate the colleges after school Doveton Engagement and Enhancement Program (DEEP) including the recruitment of staff and coaches, dissemination of expressions of interest to relevant age groups, and the organisation and daily tasks associated with the running the program.
• Coordinate and organise the annual Dental Van and Glasses for Kids visits and schedule the daily timetabling and organisation for room bookings and appointments, including coordinating diaries, liaising with parents and staff.
• Arrange the bookings for the Foodbank Bus twice per term and physically assist where necessary on the day.

• Maintain and update various databases to always ensure accuracy and relevance of the data.

• Provide First Aid for one afternoon per week and at various other times when the sick bay is busy.
• Respond to email, internet, and phone inquiries promptly, ensuring timely dissemination and action on all requests
• Provide other administrative support for the admin team, programs and initiatives, assisting with the documentation and program outcomes.
• Assist the wider administration team with various administrative tasks to ensure efficient team operations

• Communication and Interpersonal Skills: Proven ability to communicate effectively and work collaboratively with a range of stakeholders, including students, school staff, service providers, and parents.
• Liaison Skills: Demonstrated experience in liaising with students, school staff, service providers, and parents to ensure smooth operations and clear communication.
• Teamwork: Proven ability to work successfully within a multidisciplinary team, contributing to a positive and efficient work environment.
• Multitasking and Time Management: Demonstrated capacity to manage multiple tasks, work efficiently under pressure, and meet deadlines.
• High level proficiency with school management software, email systems, Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint), COMPASS and digital filing systems.
• Organisational and Administrative Skills: High-level organisational skills with an acute attention to detail, ensuring accuracy and efficiency in administrative tasks.
• Independent and Team Work: Ability to work autonomously with minimal supervision while being an effective and collaborative team member.
• Commitment to Professional Learning and Growth: Ongoing dedication to professional development and maintaining up-to-date knowledge and skills in the field.
• First Aid Certificate is required for this position.

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

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.

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

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

• 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

Please ensure that your application includes:

• A resume including relevant experience as well as personal details (name, address and contact numbers, business and home)
• A section addressing the selection criteria and the requirements for application under the Who May Apply section
• Names and contact numbers (telephone and email if possible) of two referees who are able to attest to the claims made in your application.

Please note that the selection panel may seek additional referees beyond those you name. Consistent with policy, we shall advise you if we will take this action.

• 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