This describes the essential skills and knowledge and their level required for this unit

Essential knowledge

The candidate must be able to demonstrate essential knowledge required to effectively do the task outlined in elements and performance criteria of this unit manage the task and manage contingencies in the context of the identified work role

These include knowledge of

Basic knowledge of state and federal legislation and local government legislation affecting the operations of an education organisation especially in regard to work health and safety WHS environmental issues disability and antidiscrimination

Relevant industry awards and enterprise agreements

Organisation policy and procedures pertaining to team operations

Specific knowledge relevant to the work of the team

Essential skills

It is critical that the candidate demonstrate the ability to

Lead a team within relevant industrial and organisation frameworks

Develop and maintain team performance and relationships

Identify and meet training needs within the team

Plan and manage the work of a team

In addition the candidate must be able to effectively do the task outlined in elements and performance criteria of this unit manage the task and manage contingencies in the context of the identified work role

These include the ability to

Use literacy skills to interpret legal requirements comprehend equipment user manuals and maintain records

Use numeracy skills to effectively manage resource requirements timeframes budgets where necessary and team allocations

Use communication skills including effectively relating to team members and other staff

Undertake team building and motivation

Relate to a diverse range of people

The evidence guide provides advice on assessment and must be read in conjunction with the Performance Criteria Required Skills and Knowledge the Range Statement and the Assessment Guidelines for this Training Package

Critical aspects for assessment and evidence required to demonstrate this unit of competency

The individual being assessed must provide evidence of specified essential knowledge as well as skills

This unit is most appropriately assessed in the workplace or in a simulated workplace setting under the normal range of workplace conditions

Assessment must demonstrate consistency of application of skills and knowledge described in this unit of competency

Access and equity considerations

All workers in community services should be aware of access equity and human rights issues in relation to their own area of work

All workers should develop their ability to work in a culturally diverse environment

In recognition of particular issues facing Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities workers should be aware of cultural historical and current issues impacting on Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people

Assessors and trainers must take into account relevant access and equity issues in particular relating to factors impacting on Aboriginal andor Torres Strait Islander clients and communities

Context of and specific resources for assessment

This unit can be assessed independently however holistic assessment practice with other community services units of competency is encouraged

Resources required for assessment include access to relevant workplace or simulated realistic workplace setting where assessment may take place

Access to relevant documentation and resources normally used in the education workplace

Access to appropriate awards and agreements relevant to the candidate and team members

Method of assessment

Assessment may include observation questioning case studies demonstration simulation and work based projects and evidence gathered from a workplace environment

Legislation and codes that may affect the team allocation of tasks may include:

Team may include:

Performance requirements may include:

Training requirements may include:

Systematic approach to training includes:

Monitor and review task allocations may include:

Contingencies may include:

Consultation involves:

Recognition of contributions may include: