Education Support Officer/s

About Us:

Julia Gillard Community College is a registered Special Assistance School (SAS) governed by the Board of Wyndham Community and Education Centre (Wyndham CEC). Registered in late-December 2023, and opening its doors in January 2024, Julia Gillard Community College (JGCC) became an Independent School after 18 years as a Non-School Senior Secondary School Provider (NSSSP).

Wyndham CEC is the proprietor of the School. Wyndham CEC is an Incorporated Association and a registered charity under the ACNC with its head office in Werribee. The organisation currently provides services to the communities of Wyndham, western Melbourne, Geelong and Ararat. It is one of Victoria’s largest Adult & Community Education providers and a leader in supporting people and communities to make positive changes for their futures. In addition to its education programs, the organisation offers a range of quality community, settlement and employment programs to the local community. It has operated in the community since 1974. 

About the Role

We are looking for 2 dedicated Education Support Assistants who are passionate about empowering young people. These roles are part time 5 days per week (school weeks only).

JGCC aims to reconnect young people with education and training and empower them to build a positive future. Our classrooms are designed to support young people who have faced barriers to learning in the past.

JGCC delivers the VCE Vocational Major (VCEVM) and the Victorian Pathways Certificate (VPC) to year 11 and 12 students.

We are looking for a dedicated Education Support Assistant who is passionate about empowering young people. The Education Support Assistant contributes to the effectiveness of learning by assisting teachers with the day-to-day operation of the classroom. Working under the direction of a teacher and in collaboration with the wellbeing team, the Education Support Assistant provides support to a small group of students or to individual students, particularly students with learning needs, or educational barriers to strengthen their ability to achieve their learning outcomes.

The position also assists the classroom teacher with the monitoring and management of student behaviour as well as undertake logistical tasks to ensure the efficient operation of the classroom.

Key Responsibilities:

• Under the direction the classroom teacher, prepare and maintain teaching and learning resources as required.
• Provide general administrative assistance including updating case notes and class programs, photocopying of teaching materials, compiling student records, assisting in organising off‐site activities, ordering of appropriate equipment as required and completing class attendance records for each session.
• Provide information to the wellbeing team about student’s personal, social, and emotional needs, while maintaining confidentiality and privacy.
• Maintain a supportive culture with students, safeguarding their health and safety.
• Create a caring, supportive, and stimulating environment that is conducive to student learning.
• Play an active role in contributing to an organisational culture of child safety by participating in practices that reduce the risk of child abuse by adhering to policies and processes for responding to and reporting suspected child abuse.

Selection Criteria

  The applicant will demonstrate: 

·         Experience in providing effective support to students, including those with diverse learning needs, to enhance their educational outcomes

·         Experience in assisting with classroom management and behaviour support strategies to maintain a positive and productive learning environment

·         Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, including the ability to collaborate effectively with students, teachers, and other staff members

·         A commitment to ongoing professional learning and the ability to apply new knowledge to support student well-being and educational progress

·         Demonstrated knowledge and commitment to child safety and protection practices, including the ability to recognise and report any concerns in line with mandatory reporting obligations.

Conditions of Employment/ essential requirements

• Applicants must be an Australian Citizen, Permanent Resident or hold a valid work visa
• The appointment of the successful applicant will be made subject to satisfactory pre-employment conditions check including safety screening
• A probationary period may apply during the six months
• The applicant must have a working with children check
• Strong computer literacy/ knowledge of MS products
• Relevant qualifications in Education Support or similar
• Must have a valid Victorian Driver’s licence

Our commitment to safety

Julia Gillard Community College is committed to the safety of its students and employees, taking a no-tolerance approach to violence within the workplace or abuse, including child abuse. The school promotes the safety, wellbeing and inclusion of all students. All employees are required to comply with the Child Safe Standards. 

Why Join Us?

Make a meaningful impact on the lives of young people.

Work in a supportive and inclusive environment with small class sizes.

Collaborate with a dedicated and passionate team.

Engage in continuous professional development.

Benefit from more planning time relative to class time compared to other institutions.

Help shape the future of education at Julia Gillard Community College.

Enjoy the benefits of Salary packaging

How to Apply:

If you are a creative, detail-oriented teacher who enjoys supporting young people and making a difference, we would love to hear from you. 

Applicants are welcome to elaborate on experiences they may have had working with those with a disability, aboriginal background and culturally and or linguistically diverse background, and/ or disengaged students.

Applications should be submitted electronically by 11.59PM Sunday 11 January 2026 to jobs@wyndhamcec.org.au

Julia Gillard Community College is committed to diversity and inclusion. We encourage applications from all qualified candidates, including those from diverse cultural backgrounds and people with disabilities.