Location Profile Mount Clear College is a co-educational Years 7¿12 school nestled in a beautiful bush setting adjoining the Woowookarung Regional Park, just six minutes from the heart of Ballarat. Although student enrolments are approximately 1,000 our focus it to combine the caring, student-centred approach of a small school with the philosophy of providing high-quality educational opportunities, stimulating and challenging every student to achieve personal excellence in their chosen pathways. Our highly experienced and dedicated staff promote quality education where learning is at the centre of all we do. We are recognised for our strong, positive culture and are proud recipients of the Silver Award for School-Wide Positive Behaviour Support. Guided by the FISO framework, we embed wellbeing and academic achievement together, creating a thriving and positive school community. Mount Clear College is a great place to work and learn, offering incredible opportunities for students and staff. We are a culturally diverse school with sister school partnerships in Vietnam, Finland, China, Japan, and Turkey. Our purpose-built Language Centre supports global learning and connections. Students thrive in the many opportunities on offer outside the classroom, including the Sport and Outdoor Education programs, and our outstanding and widely renowned Performing Arts program, providing students with multiple opportunities to shine. There are multiple international experiences available to students and staff as part of our broad curriculum. In our constantly evolving world, we are an innovative school that embraces new technologies, prioritises digital literacy, and equips students with the skills needed for an ever-changing future. The College is home to one of only six specialist STEM centres in Victoria, providing students with cutting-edge facilities and unique opportunities in science, technology, engineering, and mathematics. Mount Clear College is committed to inclusivity, ensuring that students of all abilities are supported to thrive. We also proudly acknowledge and celebrate our First Nations programs, embedding respect, culture, and reconciliation as part of our learning community. We value student and staff voice, alongside strong leadership opportunities, ensuring all members of our community have meaningful input into shaping their learning and workplace journey. Selection Criteria Demonstrated laboratory/technical experience and skills to undertake the role and responsibilities Demonstrated ability to work within a team and independently in a Science Lab Demonstrated ability to apply outstanding organisational and logistical skills Demonstrated high level interpersonal skills including oral and written communication skills Demonstrated capacity to provide advice and support to teachers and management in respect of the Science work area Demonstrated commitment to professional learning and growth Role 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 Responsibilities Manage chemical store within MCC and EED. Understand and manage chemicals within the requirement of the GHS for the storage of chemicals. Maintain an up to date register of SDS documentation. Handle and prepare all manner of hazardous and dangerous chemical solutions within strict OHS guidelines at all times. Follow DET OHS guidelines and apply these across the Science KLA. Manage chemical waste produced within the Science KLA and Earth Ed. Arrange for waste disposal via accredited waste removal companies from time to time. Maintain stores of equipment and materials. Complete annual stocktakes of chemicals, equipment and materials. Drive an effective and efficient system through RiskAssess for the delivery of materials for practical classes. Provide input into the development of practical classes relevant to all year levels at MCC and high end EED programs. Provide advice to teachers on the use of practical materials and equipment and the science behind the practical exercises. Prepare, reload and dismantle practicals for Mount Clear College and Earth Ed. Undertake sound microbiological techniques to maintain and prepare cultures for practical classes. Use research grade equipment such as AAS, spectrophotometers, fume cupboards and microscopes. Effect minor repairs and maintenance to equipment including the likes of microscopes, Bunsen burners etc. Source and collect local materials including various plants, invertebrates, soil and water samples. Raise purchase orders with businesses Australia wide to include a range of animals for dissection purposes. Develop good relationships with science supply businesses. Maintain laboratories and report maintenance requirements to MCC facilities manager and/or IT staff. Undertake relevant PD. 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 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 Enquiries regarding the position can be directed to the Business Manager, Julie Dodgshun on 0439 617 . Applications must include: 1. A specific response to all the key selection criteria 2. A CV including the names of three referees and contact numbers should be included in the application 3. Applications should be submitted, AS ONE DOCUMENT , via Recruitment Online. 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
