Education Support Officer

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). As a Special Assistance School we focus on supporting senior secondary students who require additional support to engage and experience success in learning.

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.

Wyndham CEC, the school’s proprietor is an Incorporated Association and registered charity under the ACNC with its head office in Werribee. The organisation is one of Victoria’s largest Adult & Community Education providers and has been a leader in supporting people and communities to make positive changes for their futures since 1974.

About the Role

We are looking for a dedicated Education Support Assistants who is passionate about empowering young people. This role is 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 aged 15 to 18 who have faced barriers to learning in the past. JGCC delivers the VCE Vocational Major (VCE VM) and the Victorian Pathways Certificate (VPC) to year 11 and 12 students.

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 small groups or individual students to strengthen their ability to achieve their learning outcomes.

Under teacher direction the assistant also supports the classroom teacher with the monitoring and management of student behaviour as well as undertaking logistical tasks to ensure the efficient operation of the classroom.

Key Responsibilities:

• As directed by the teacher provide support to students in their learning programs
• 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.
• Support the teacher to maintain a supportive culture with students, safeguarding their health and safety.
• Support the teacher to 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.

Selection Criteria

Previous applicants need not apply

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 learning and the ability to apply new knowledge to support student well-being and educational progress

·         Strong computer literacy/ knowledge of MS products

Relevant qualifications in Education Support or similar and experience in a secondary school setting will be highly regarded.

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 will apply during the first six months of employment
• The applicant must have a current working with children check
• 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

For more information

How to Apply:

Applications including a cover letter and responses to selection criteria should be submitted electronically by 11:59PM Friday 6 March 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.