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Brinbeal Secondary College

Well, we have the school for you Our college is expanding, and we are excited to grow our team with a range of positions and opportunities available.

As a new school we offer a brand new state‑of‑the‑art facility, a culture of inclusion and a welcoming environment for teachers of all experience levels. You will be part of the exciting journey of creating inclusive and engaging teaching in brand new facilities.

About our School

- Brinbeal Secondary College is one of the newest 7‑12 Colleges in Melbourne’s west. The school opened its doors to its first cohort of Year 7 students in 2024 in a purpose‑built, state‑of‑the‑art facility.

- At present the school has approx. 450 Year 7 & 8 students and will add an additional Year 7 cohort each year until 2029 when it becomes a 7‑12 school.

- Gradual enrolment growth sees total enrolments of 750+ by 2026.

- We achieve at or above network and state performance on Naplan, attendance and student, parent & staff surveys.

- The school is located 23 km from Melbourne CBD in the Western Growth Corridor, serving the communities of Grove and Grand Central Estates in Tarneit.

- Learn more on the school website: brinbealsc.vic.edu.au

Our Facilities

- Administration & Resource Centre – modern design with multiple learning spaces.

- Two‑storey Science & Technology building with dedicated labs.

- Large Learning Neighbourhood – 14 general classrooms, presentation and seminar spaces, and collaborative areas.

- Performing Arts building – specialised drama, music, media spaces, and four food technology rooms.

- Large Community Hub – 3 indoor basketball courts, multi‑purpose exercise rooms.

- Outdoor basketball courts and landscaped learning areas.

Stage 2 funding has been announced and will be completed by the start of the 2027 school year.

Our Values

Respect, Acceptance, Aspiration & Achievement

Workplace Culture

- Unique opportunity in a brand‑new secondary school catering to diverse learners.

- Collaborative environment with support from education staff, teachers and leaders.

- Opportunities for leadership – Leading Teachers, Learning Specialists, Student Managers, Student Support Services.

- Open door policy; staff highly motivated and skilled.

- Professional learning and career development; especially for new teachers – VIT registration support and Career Start Program.

2026 Positions of Responsibility

Positions will be advertised in term 4. All current and future staff appointed before this will have an opportunity to apply.

Selection Criteria

- SC1 – Demonstrated knowledge of the curriculum, literacy & numeracy skills, and student learning response.

- SC2 – Planning and implementing high‑impact strategies, evaluating impact on learning growth.

- SC3 – Monitoring & assessing student learning; using data to inform practice.

- SC4 – Interpersonal and communication skills; collaborative relationships with students, parents, and community.

- SC5 – Behaviours and attitudes consistent with Department values; professional learning.

Role

The classroom teacher classification comprises two salary ranges. The primary focus is on planning, preparing, and teaching programmes to achieve specific student outcomes. Teachers may undertake additional duties suitable to their salary range, qualifications, training, and experience.

Responsibilities

- Direct teaching of groups of students and individual students.

- Contribute to the development, implementation and evaluation of curriculum areas.

- Undertake other classroom teaching‑related duties as determined by the Principal.

- Participate in parent/teacher meetings, staff meetings, camps and excursions.

- Undertake other non‑teaching supervisory duties.

Who May Apply

Teachers currently registered or eligible for registration with the Victorian Institute of Teaching and qualified to teach the specified curriculum area(s).

Diversity and Inclusion

The department recognises the importance of a workforce representative of the community it serves. Guidance on Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander support is available through Koorie Outcomes Division.

Child Safe Standards

Our schools are child‑safe environments. The policy can be found at https://www2.education.vic.gov.au/pal/child-safe-standards/policy.

Other Information

INSTRUCTIONS TO APPLICANTS:

Thank you for your interest. If you would like any further information, please contact Simon Haber via email Simon.Haber@education.vic.gov.au.

Application requirements (preferably in one PDF):

- Covering letter

- Detailed CV including employment history and three professional referees’ details

- List of qualifications and relevant experience, including VIT status

- Response to each key selection criterion

Regards, Simon Haber

Applications close Tuesday 11 November 2025 at 11.59pm

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