Education Support Worker

• Multiple  positions available across campuses in Geelong and the Western Suburbs of Melbourne
• Make a positive impact in the lives of young people with visible impac
• Join our supportive and collaborative multidisciplinary team

About the Opportunity

Our Educational Support staff work as part of a multidisciplinary classroom team to provide specialised support to achieve specific educational outcomes for the young people of Hester Hornbrook Academy. ESs also assist with educational assessments and interventions to ensure that all supports are individualised and relevant for each student.

What a day in the role looks like: 

• Collaboratively develop and maintain classroom learning environments which places high expectation on learning for wellbeing and wellbeing for learning.

• Support and model a learning environment which is safe, respectful and productive.

• Apply an understanding of HOPE to support students in a way that allows them to Engage, Equip, Empower and Extend, while demonstrating a thorough understanding of a range of interventions that promote engagement and inclusivity, build rapport, and develop prosocial behaviours and relationships.

• Assist students on an individual or group basis in specific learning areas including literacy and numeracy skills.

• Use data as evidence to inform practice and funding through the NCCD, including tracking interventions/screeners, managing data entry and utilising data to support students and prepare learning plans to improve their literacy/numeracy outcomes.

• Contribute to the planning and participation in extra-curricular activities, events, excursions and overnight camps.

• Maintain accurate records using the school's Student Management system and learning management systems, including regular wellbeing case noting and prepare/contribute to reports (including NCCD) as required.

• Participate in regular supervision, whole school and campus meetings, the performance review processes, professional learning and a culture of continuous review and improvement in line with the Hester Hornbrook Strategic Plan and Annual Implementation Plans (AIP).

• Ensure all Child Safe, risk management and Hester Hornbrook documentation requirements are adhered to.

• Have a strong understanding of the NCCD guidelines and competencies in documenting and fulling NCCD requirements.

About you

We are looking for someone who can:

• Proven ability to work collaboratively as part of a multidisciplinary team to provide educational support for young people.

• Experience working with young people, including those who identify as LGBTQI+ and those from diverse cultural backgrounds, in a trauma-informed setting, who have existing barriers to education.

• An understanding of trauma-informed practice and the necessary skills to engage young people with multiple and complex needs.

• Demonstrated capacity to work flexibly and manage competing demands in a secondary school setting.

• Understanding of relevant legislation, including Child Safe Standards as they are relevant to a Senior Secondary School setting.

Essential:

• Relevant qualifications in Education Support, Community Services or related discipline.

• Proven ability to assist students on an individual or group basis in specific learning areas including literacy and numeracy skills.

• Demonstrated ability to maintain accurate records using IT applications. Including, the ability to collect, analyse and interpret data to support student outcomes.

• Proven experience working with young people with complex needs, including those who identify as LGBTQIA+, are from diverse cultural backgrounds, or have experienced barriers to education such as trauma, mental health challenges, or out-of-home care. 

• Demonstrated ability to use digital platforms such as Canvas, Sentral, Microsoft Suite (i.e. Word, PowerPoint and Teams) for curriculum design, student assessment, feedback, and maintaining accurate records. 

• Ability to engage students in digital learning environments and support consistent documentation and communication across teams. 

• Sound knowledge of relevant legislation and compliance requirements, including the Victorian Child Safe Standards and the VCAA expectations for senior secondary settings. 

• Show a detailed understanding of the current NCCD guidelines to ensure that all staff practices are aligned to providing the required evidence to document the support that is provided to each individual student. 

• Ability to use technology and resources to effectively perform the role.  

Screening Criteria:

• Proof of Identity Check

• National Police check

• International Police check

• Current Victorian Working with Children Check (Employee)

• Current Victorian Drivers Licence

• Right to work in Australia

For a copy of the position description or any questions regarding the process, please contact Fiona Zito (Executive Assistant) at fzito@hhacademy.vic.edu.au
Please include the following in your application:

• A cover letter highlighting your experience and relevance of working in a school, supporting young people to engage in learning that lead to positive outcomes. Please limit this document to no more than one page.

• A response to the Key Selection Criteria listed above. 

• Resume, including contact details of two current or recent professional referees.

• Copies of Qualifications and Working with Children’s Check.

Applications close: Monday 16 November 2026 and must be submitted via our advertisement links and addressed to Sally Lasslett, Executive Principal

Please note: Hester reserves the right to interview and appoint suitable candidates prior to the closing date.

About Hester Hornbrook Academy:

Hester Hornbrook Academy is a multi-campus Special Assistance School providing flexible education for young people aged 15-25.  Our programs are driven by students' individual strengths, interests and goals. We offer a range of pathways, including VETiS, Victorian Pathways Certificate (VPC), and the VCE Vocational Major (VM). 
Our Healing Orientated Program of Education (HOPE) integrates learning, wellbeing and life skills to support students to re-engage with education and achieve meaningful outcomes. Teachers, Youth Workers and Education Support staff work collaboratively to create safe, supportive learning environments and help students overcome barriers, build strengths and pursue their chosen pathways.
Learn more at: www.hhacademy.vic.edu.au.