Graduate Teacher Program

Location: Loddon Mallee - Macedon Ranges

Reference: 1501667

Selection Criteria - Graduates

SC1Demonstrated knowledge of the relevant curriculum, including the capacity to incorporate the teaching of literacy and numeracy skills. Demonstrated capacity to respond to student learning needs.

SC2Demonstrated capacity to implement high impact teaching strategies, guided by how students learn, and evaluate the impact of learning and teaching programs on student learning growth.

SC3Demonstrated capacity to monitor and assess student learning. Demonstrated capacity to use data to inform teaching practice and to provide feedback on student learning growth and achievement to students and parents.

SC4Demonstrated interpersonal and communication skills. Demonstrated capacity to establish and maintain collaborative relationships with students, parents, colleagues and the broader school community to support student learning, wellbeing and engagement.

Program Benefits - Graduates

Role - Graduates

These teachers teach a range of students/classes and are accountable for the effective delivery of their programs.Range 1 classroom teachers are skilled teachers who operate under general direction within clear guidelines following established work practices and documented priorities and may have responsibility for the supervision and training of one or more student teachers.

At range 1, teachers participate in the development of school policies and programs and assist in the implementation of school priorities.
The focus of a range 1 classroom teacher is on classroom management, subject content and teaching practice.New entrants to the teaching profession in their initial teaching years receive structured support, mentoring and guidance from teachers at higher levels.

Under guidance, new entrants to the teaching profession will plan and teach student groups in one or more subjects and are expected to participate in induction programs and other professional learning activities that are designed to ensure the integration of curriculum, assessment and pedagogy across the school.

Teachers at range 1 are responsible for teaching their own classes and may also assist and participate in policy development, project teams and the organisation of co-curricula activities.

Responsibilities - Graduates

Core responsibilities include:

- Planning and implementing a range of teaching programs or courses of study

- Teaching an area of the curriculum or a general curriculum to a year level

- Monitoring, evaluating and reporting student progress in key learning areas

- Implementing strategies to achieve targets related to student learning outcomes

- Maintaining records of class attendance and recording student progress

- Implementing effective student management consistent with the school charter.

- Working with a mentor to participate in professional development planning, implementation and reflection developing a professional portfolio

Additional responsibilities may include but are not limited to:

- Supervising a range of student activities including support and welfare programs

- Contributing to a range of co-curricular programs

Who May Apply - Graduates

To be eligible to apply for a position advertised through the Teacher Graduate Recruitment program, a teacher must:

- have completed their course requirements and graduated in the last 4 years, and

- not be employed as a teacher by the department at the time the advertised position is to commence

Applicants must also be currently registered or eligible for registration with the Victorian Institute of Teaching.

Diversity and Inclusion

The department is committed to diversity and inclusion and developing a workforce that is representative of the community we service. We value diversity and inclusion in all forms - culture, gender, religion, ethnicity, LGBTIQA+, disability and neurodiversity. Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander candidates are strongly encouraged to apply for roles within the Department.The Department recognises that the provision of safe, respectful and inclusive workplaces is essential to high performance and promotes flexible work and diversity across all schools and Department workplaces.It is our policy to provide reasonable adjustments for staff with disability (see Workplace adjustment guidelines ).

Additional support and advice on the recruitment process is available to Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander candidates from the Koorie Outcomes Division (KOD) viamarrung@education.vic.gov.au

Applicants seeking part-time employment are encouraged to apply for any teaching service position and, if they are the successful candidate, request a reduced time fraction. Such requests will be negotiated on a case-by-case basis and will be subject to the operational requirements of the school.

Child Safe Standards

Victorian government schools are child safe environments. Our schools actively promote the safety and wellbeing of all students, and all school staff are committed to protecting students from abuse or harm in the school environment, in accordance with their legal obligations including child safe standards. All schools have a Child Safety Code of Conduct consistent with the department's exemplar available at:

The department's employees commit to upholding the department's Values: Responsiveness, Integrity, Impartiality, Accountability, Respect, Leadership and Human Rights. The department's Values complement each school's own values and underpin the behaviours the community expects of Victorian public sector employees,including those who work in Victorian Government Schools. Information on the department values is available at:

- Applicants wishing to find out more specific information about the role please contact Lauren Anglin, Assistant Principal, through the College email address: gisborne.sc@education.vic.gov.au.

Conditions of Employment

All staff employed by the Department and schools have access to a broad range of employment conditions and working arrangements.

Appointment of successful applicants will be made subject to a satisfactory pre-employment conditions check.

A probationary period may apply during the first year of employment and induction and support programs provided.

To be eligible for employment, transfer or promotion in the principal or teacher class:

- The person must have provisional or full registration approved by the Victorian Institute of Teaching; and

- if the person completed an Australian postgraduate level initial teaching program or course of study on or after 1 January 2024, they must demonstrate that they have satisfactorily completed a postgraduate level accredited initial teacher education program that has been accredited by an Australian State or Territory Teacher Regulatory Authority as satisfying the requirements of the Australian Institute for Teaching and School Leadership 'Accreditation of initial teacher education programs in Australia: Standards and Procedures'; and

- a person who graduated from a Victorian Initial Teacher Education (ITE) program after 1 July 2016 must also demonstrate that they have passed the literacy and numeracy test for initial teacher education (LANTITE) requirements (this condition is satisfied where the LANTITE requirement is part of the Victorian ITE program completed by the person).

Gisborne Secondary College is a large, stand alone, Year 7-12 College with an enrolment of approximately 1000 students. Our large catchment area covers the Macedon Ranges, north-west of Melbourne. Over 70%of our students travel to school by bus and the College is an important social focal point for students from different towns of the region.

Our school has an incredibly strong pathways and transition program, supporting close to 70 VCE and VCE VM units of study each year. We also have students accessing pathways through School-based Apprenticeship and Traineeships, and numerous VET programs. A comprehensive Applied Learning program operates, with excellent outcomes for the students involved.

We have also established an excellent reputation in the Performing Arts, a program supported by our superb Performing Arts Centre.

Our community is also comprised of incredibly passionate and talented sports people and we send over 50 sports teams out to compete every year, many of whom reach regional and even state level.

The College aims to ensure that individuals feel safe, secure and supported in their learning within a large cohort. We are seen by the community as having a strong focus on student wellbeing and have strong links to local support agencies.

Staff work together in Professional Learning Teams dedicated to building teacher capacity and improving student outcomes at all levels.

Other key features of the College include:

- A new instructional Framework developed by the College (LEARN), which includes a strong focus on evidence-based HITS.

- A Junior Sub-School (year 7 to 9) and a Senior Sub-School (year 10 – 11)

- In 2026 we will introduce a year 7 extension program called Aspire

- A specific Year 9 Program designed to lift engagement and develop adult-like responsibilities

- A three-year Senior School Program that allows all students to accelerate across year levels, and ensures students are better prepared for the challenges of senior school qualifications.

- An extensive VET program, including: Building & Construction, Furniture Making, Music, and Dance

- A strong vocational program including access to School Based Apprenticeship and the HeadStart program.

- A strong careers development and pathways program

- A Double-court Gymnasium, in joint use with the Macedon Ranges Shire Council, valued at $4m

- The 216-seat Barcham Theatre housed within the new performing arts complex, refurbished at a cost of $1.3m.

- In 2025 we opened a brand new administration building and wellbeing centre

- In 2026 we will open our brand new trades hub

- A 1:1 `Bring Your Own Device` Computer program that provides for computer connectivity for all students across all year levels.

Applications close Thursday 6 November 2025 at 11.59pm

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