English VCE Teacher

Overview

Applications are sought for the position of full-time ongoing English VCE Teacher to commence in 2026.

Padua College provides a contemporary Catholic secondary co-education for young people within the regions of the Mornington Peninsula and Western Port Bay. Our College was founded by the Sisters of Mercy and is named after St Anthony of Padua. In partnership with our students, staff, parents, parishes and the wider community, Padua College gives witness to the Christian faith in our Catholic tradition. We aim to be a positive, creative, hope-filled learning community where Catholic values and spirit are shared and the sacred dignity of each person is nurtured.

The North Star is our guiding direction. It encompasses our “why” at Padua College as we align our vision and action. It inspires, challenges, and provides direction. We want every person to:

- recognise and utilise their God-given talents;
- be the best they can be; and
- make a positive impact on their world.

Our Core Values:

- a) We welcome and affirm
- b) We inspire growth of the whole person
- c) We create a love of learning
- d) We build positive relationships
- f) We show compassion for those in need
- g) We reconcile and forgive
- h) We work for a just and peaceful world

Teachers are supported by the Learning Leaders, the Assistant Heads of Campus (Learning and Pedagogy), Deputy Principals/Directors of Campus (Heads of Campus), and the Vice Principal (Learning and Teaching) across the College in the development, implementation, and teaching of the curriculum. They are also supported by the House Coordinators, Assistant Heads of Campus (Student Wellbeing and Growth), the Deputy Principals/Directors of Campus (Heads of Campus) and the Vice Principal – Students, in the pastoral care and discipline of students, as well as the smooth and effective management of classes.

Salary remuneration: According to the CEMEA 2022, $79,589.00 - $118,063.00 per annum, plus 12% superannuation.

Responsibilities

- Teach English to VCE students, including curriculum design and delivery.
- Contribute to development, implementation, and ongoing improvement of the English curriculum.
- Engage in pastoral care and support for students as part of a team with House Coordinators and campus leadership.
- Collaborate with Learning Leaders, Assistant Heads of Campus, Deputy Principals/Directors of Campus, and the Vice Principal on pedagogy and school initiatives.

Application Procedures

Full position descriptions and College Application Forms can be obtained at the College website at www.padua.vic.edu.au. Applications should be returned to the Principal by email to employment@padua.vic.edu.au, accompanied by full résumé, the names of three referees, and university transcripts by 10am Monday 20 October 2025. All applications will be acknowledged on receipt by return email. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted further. Other applicants will not receive further communication from the College regarding the position.

The interview process may commence prior to the closing date and, if a suitable applicant is found, the role may close early. Padua College is a Child Safe School and promotes the safety, wellbeing and inclusion of all children. In applying for a position with Melbourne Archdiocese Catholic Schools (MACS), you will be asked to provide certain personal information to enable your application to be considered. Any personal information that is provided to MACS in relation to an application for employment will be handled in accordance with MACS’s obligations under the Privacy Act 1988 (Cth). To find out more about how MACS handles personal information, read the MACS Privacy Policy.

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