Overview Work Type: Ongoing - Full-time Salary: Salary not specified Grade: Education Support - Level 1, Range 3 Occupation: Education and training Location: Loddon Mallee - Mildura Reference: 1518729 Selection Criteria Demonstrated qualifications in Psychology, Counselling, Social Work, or equivalent, with relevant registration (where applicable). Experience providing counselling services to children and adolescents. Strong knowledge of inclusive education, Disability Inclusion reforms, and NCCD processes. Demonstrated ability to develop and implement Individual Education Plans and Behaviour Support Plans. Capacity to work collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills with students, families, and staff. Demonstrated understanding of child safety standards and mandatory reporting obligations in Victorian schools. Role Range 3 is distinguished by the introduction of management responsibility and accountability for the delivery of professional support services. The role will usually impact beyond the work area or professional field. It seeks to gain cooperation of other staff members or members of the school community to achieve specific objectives, such as in school administration, operations or educational programs. Direction on targets and goals is provided but the position will have some degree of latitude in determining how they are achieved. This latitude will generally be limited by standard procedures and school policy. Deviation from standard procedures and school policy will require guidance and direction from senior management. The provision of business management responsibilities becomes a feature at range 3. Management of staff to achieve the expected outcomes is a key responsibility. Staff management issues will be resolved with minimal reference to senior management, although guidance will be required in more complex cases. Senior management will be provided with timely reports and advice, although this will generally be confined to matters relating to the immediate work area, service provision or educational program and is unlikely to impact substantially on whole of school operations. An education support class position supports the educational services being provided to students, but must not include duties of teaching as defined in clause 2.6.1 of the Education and Training Reform Act 2006 (Vic) or its successor. Supervision of students cannot be required except where it is an integral part of the employee¿s position or involves supervision of students individually or in small groups, in controlled circumstances, where the responsibility for students remains clearly with a teacher. Responsibilities The responsibilities of this position will be: Provide short-term counselling and therapeutic intervention for students experiencing social, emotional, behavioural, or mental health challenges. Conduct risk assessments and develop safety and support plans when required. Deliver preventative and proactive wellbeing programs (e.g., resilience, emotional regulation, transition support). Support crisis response and critical incident management. Maintain confidential and accurate records in line with DET policy and professional standards. 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 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 Ouyen P-12 College was formed in 2009, combining the former Ouyen Primary and Secondary Schools. Both schools brought with them a proud history of achievement and pride in their academic, sporting and extra-curricular programs. The school has an enrolment in 2025 of 196 students. The school boasts not only a strong record of student achievement, but also high levels of student engagement and satisfaction. Ouyen P-12 College provides a comprehensive curriculum aimed at allowing students to develop academically, socially and emotionally to meet the needs of a changing society. The school has an exemplary record in regard to students leaving the college to attend tertiary education, gain apprenticeships or engage in meaningful employment. There has been significant work done to ensure students have adequate pathways to achieve their aspirations, with a wide range of VCE, VCAL & VET subjects available. Our VCE results lead the region consistently, highlighting our commitment to our students achieving the best in rural education. Ouyen P-12 College prides itself on being a showcase for other rural and remote schools catering for students from Prep to Year 12. Ouyen P-12 has a thorough sports program that allows students opportunities to represent the school at regional and state level. Lunchtime and after-school training sessions, funded transport to representative carnivals and designated Physical Education, Health & Sports programs, support this program. We have a structured public speaking and debating curriculum that allows our students opportunities to participate in competitions across the state. Teacher Employment Ouyen is situated in the North-West of Victoria, close to the South Australian and New South Wales borders. The township has a population of around 1,000 people, with the district housing around 2,000. We have highly affordable teacher houses and a range of Health and Community services available in town. The town has also recently built a lake on the outskirts of town, perfect for fishing and skiing. We also have access to a range of sports, with local teams competing in football, netball, cricket, tennis, basketball and lawn bowls. Working in a rural school allows greater opportunities to gain experience across a wide range of areas. Our students are friendly and respectful, with high standards of student behaviour. Applications close Tuesday 10 March 2026 at 11.59pm Posted 25 February 2026
