Junior School Teacher

Overview

Girton Grammar School is seeking a dedicated Junior School Teacher to join us in shaping the educational journey of young learners within a vibrant and nurturing environment. This is an ongoing, full-time teaching position starting in January 2026.

Responsibilities

- Design and deliver engaging lessons that foster a love of learning and encourage every student to strive for their personal best.
- Develop dynamic curriculum materials that are challenging, comprehensive, and inclusive, catering to the diverse needs and abilities of students.
- Collaborate with colleagues in curriculum planning, participate in professional development opportunities, and contribute to the school’s co-curricular activities.
- Regularly assess student progress, provide feedback, and adapt instructional strategies to maximise learning outcomes.
- Build meaningful relationships with students, families, and staff to create a positive, inclusive learning environment.
- Uphold the school values and contribute to the rich co-curricular life of the Junior School.

Why Join Us?

At Girton Grammar, you’ll be part of a vibrant school community committed to educational excellence. We provide opportunities for professional development to support teachers in becoming leaders in the education sector. Our culture of optimism and respect fosters personal growth and academic achievement for both staff and students.

Benefits

- Work-Life Balance: 38 weeks of term time per year with flexible arrangements based on operational requirements.
- Professional Growth: access to leadership mentoring and development programs.
- Supportive Environment: paid parental leave for eligible staff, emergent leave, and an Employee Assistance Program.
- Benefits & Wellness: salary packaging, free vaccinations, and an active staff association.
- Community Focus: be part of a close-knit team dedicated to staff and student wellbeing.

Key Selection Criteria / Essential Qualifications and Skills

Education and teaching:

- A bachelor’s degree in education and current registration with the Victorian Institute of Teaching (VIT).
- A passion for and demonstrated curriculum knowledge of applicable subject areas and the creative and effective delivery of teaching and learning programs.
- Strong skills in the use of information and communication technologies (ICT), especially as they relate to teaching and learning.
- Commitment to co-curricular activities.

Analytical Skills:

- The ability to use and understand educational data and outcomes to enhance educational programmes and teaching practices.
- Commitment to staying informed about relevant educational best practices and a willingness to implement improvements for ongoing process enhancement.

Communication Skills:

- Excellent written and verbal communication skills to liaise with various stakeholders, including teachers, instructors, administrators, and parents.
- The ability to convey information and concepts to other staff in a clear and understandable manner.
- Team-oriented mindset with the ability to collaborate effectively with academic and administrative staff.

Organisational Skills:

- Well-developed organisational skills to manage multiple people, tasks and programmes concurrently.
- Flexibility to adapt to changing priorities, unexpected challenges, and last-minute adjustments in scheduling of programmes and activities.
- Efficient time management skills, including the ability to manage complex processes within specified deadlines.
- Ability to prioritise competing demands while maintaining a high standard of work.

Child Safety:

- A commitment to student wellbeing and child safety, demonstrating an understanding of appropriate behaviours.

How to apply

To be eligible to apply you must hold existing work rights to work in Australia.

If you are interested in applying for this position, please provide a resume and cover letter addressing the key selection criteria. Click Apply Now to submit your application.

Applications close on Sunday, 28th September 2025.

Interviews will commence as applications are received. Girton Grammar School reserves the right to commence the recruitment process and appoint the position before the applications close date.

All applicants must be eligible to work in Australia. Girton Grammar School is committed to child safety. Candidates applying for teaching appointments must be registered with the Victorian Institute of Teaching. All other staff are required to provide a Working with Children Check (WWCC). Referee checks will be undertaken prior to employment. Girton Grammar is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All applications will be treated with the strictest confidence.

Location: Bendigo, Victoria, Australia. Sector: Full Time, Education & Training.

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