Only 24h Left: Learning Specialist Range 3

SC1Demonstrated expert knowledge of the relevant curriculum. Demonstrated ability to model exemplary teaching practice, including the teaching of literacy and numeracy skills across the curriculum, and implement school priorities.

SC2Demonstrated expertise in the implementation and modelling of high impact teaching strategies that respond to student learning needs. Demonstrated ability to support teachers to evaluate the impact of learning and teaching programs on student learning growth

SC3Demonstrated exemplary ability to model the monitoring and assessment of student learning. Demonstrated ability to support others in using data to inform teaching practice and to provide feedback on student learning growth and achievement to students and parents.

SC4Demonstrated exemplary interpersonal and communication skills. Demonstrated ability to engage in collaborative relationships with students, colleagues, parents and the broader school community to support student learning, agency, wellbeing and engagement.

SC5Demonstrated ability to model behaviours and attitudes consistent with Department values. Demonstrated ability to support others to reflect on their practice and facilitate school-based professional learning.

Role

Learning Specialists will be highly skilled classroom practitioners who continue to spend the majority of their time in the classroom delivering high-quality teaching and learning and have a range of responsibilities related to their expertise, including teaching demonstration lessons, observing and providing feedback to other teachers and facilitating school-based professional learning.Learning Specialists are expected to have deep knowledge and expertise in high quality teaching and learning in delivering improved achievement, engagement and wellbeing for students. The role of the Learning Specialist will be to model excellence in teaching and learning through demonstration lessons and, mentoring and coaching teachers in improving the skill, knowledge and effectiveness of the teaching workforce.

The Learning Specialist role is aimed at building excellence in teaching and learning within the Teaching Service.

Responsibilities

In recognition of the importance of exemplary practice for improved student learning outcomes, the key roles of the Learning Specialists may include but are not limited to:

- Demonstrating high-level expertise in teaching and learning practice
- Modelling exemplary classroom practice including through teaching demonstration lessons
- Working with the school leadership team to develop a shared view of highly effective teacher practice
- Leading and modelling the implementation of whole-school improvement strategies related to curriculum planning and delivery
- Playing a key role in the provision of professional learning, including through developing processes and protocols for observation and feedback of teacher practice and peer collaboration
- Modelling effective learning practice and supporting teachers to seek, analyse and act on feedback and on their practice
- Providing evidence-based feedback to teaching staff to inform their effectiveness and development
- Providing expert advice about the context, processes and strategies that will shape individual and school professional learning
- Supervising and training one or more student teachers and mentoring and/or coaching teachers
- Modelling exemplary use of student data to inform teaching approaches
- Developing and promoting school-wide professional learning structures, processes and protocols through Professional Learning Communities
- Modelling exemplary professional learning practice included through seeking feedback from other teachers and leaders on their own classroom practice as part of critical reflection and inquiry to improve practice

Who May Apply

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

Diversity and Inclusion

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.

The Department of Education is committed to the principles of equal opportunity, and diversity and inclusion for all. We value diversity and inclusion in all forms - gender, religion, ethnicity, LGBTIQ+, 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 family friendly, supportive, safe and harassment free workplaces is essential to high performance and promotes flexible work, diversity and safety across all schools and Department workplaces.It is our policy to provide reasonable adjustments for persons with a disability (seeWorkplace adjustment guidelines ).

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

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:

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).

At Wollert Secondary College, we take pride in providing tailored educational programs designed to meet the needs of every learner. We create opportunities for students to be curious and passionate about learning, and we recognise that every student¿s story is unique ¿ and every story is great.

Mission
Our mission is to foster a learning environment where students Aspire, Acquire, and Achieve. At Wollert Secondary College, students are aspirational learners who are guided to acquire the skills necessary to achieve success.

Vision
Wollert Secondary College prepares students for the brightest future through unparalleled dedication and commitment to their individual needs, passions, and dreams. We foster a love of learning in an inclusive and engaging environment, empowering students to embrace challenges, explore new experiences, and engage in learning that is rich and meaningful.

Values
Our values underpin everything we do:Be Kind, Be Brave, Be True, Be Safe.

- Be Kind: Treat others with respect and compassion. We model generosity and empathy as we foster an accepting and inclusive environment.
- Be Brave: Show curiosity, resilience, and confidence. We model perseverance, grit, and a growth mindset as we work towards excellence.
- Be True: Act with honesty, sincerity, and integrity. We are fair, authentic, and true to ourselves and others.
- Be Safe: Demonstrate responsibility, reliability, and accountability. We model caution and consideration in all situations.

Wollert Secondary College is seeking an experienced educator to lead whole-school improvement in literacy. The role involves modelling exemplary practice, building staff capacity, and embedding evidence-based literacy strategies across all curriculum areas. It also includes overseeing targeted interventions and adjustments, while driving student growth through high-quality teaching, effective use of data, and collaboration. The position comes with a 4 hour time allowance.

Supported Inclusion School (SIS)
Wollert Secondary College is a Supported Inclusion School (SIS), a mainstream school with enhanced professional capabilities and facilities to support students with disabilities. These students receive evidence-based education and tailored support alongside their peers in a safe, inclusive environment. Purpose-built to meet the diverse needs of our growing community, we provide outstanding teaching, high-quality programs, and excellent learning opportunities for all.

Our School
Since opening in 2023, Wollert Secondary College has grown rapidly, building a reputation for:

- A positive learning environment
- Dynamic and passionate teachers
- A robust and contemporary curriculum
- Beautiful grounds and distinctive buildings
- State-of-the-art technologies

We empower, prepare, and equip students to thrive beyond school. Our students benefit from engaging programs enriched by extension and excellence opportunities, co-curricular clubs, leadership development, adventure camps, and house competitions. We set high expectations for achievement, and our students rise to the challenge, striving for their personal best while discovering new knowledge, skills, and passions.

Why Wollert Secondary College?
Located in a rapidly growing development corridor, Wollert Secondary College is expanding quickly, creating exciting opportunities for staff to help shape the future of a contemporary, community-focused school.

We are proud of the inclusive learning environment we¿ve created ¿ one where`Every story will be different, but every story will be great¿.

We value and support the tremendous efforts of our staff, recognising that at Wollert Secondary College, teamwork makes the dream work and together, we are building a school where every learner can thrive.

Applications close Monday 6 October 2025 at 11.59pm

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