Engagement and Physical Education

Overview

Work Type: Fixed-term - Part-time

Salary: Salary not specified

Grade: Classroom Teacher - Range 2

Occupation: Classroom teacher

Location: Melbourne - Northern suburbs

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Selection Criteria

SC1. Demonstrated exemplary knowledge of health, physical education, and student engagement practices, with the ability to design, implement and evaluate evidence-based programs that improve student learning, wellbeing and participation across the school.

SC2. Demonstrated high-level capacity to lead the development, implementation and evaluation of whole-school strategies that promote student engagement, attendance, connectedness and positive behaviour, aligned to the school¿s priorities and improvement agenda.

SC3. Demonstrated ability to plan for and implement high-impact teaching and learning practices in physical education and wellbeing, using data and evidence to evaluate effectiveness and drive continuous improvement in student outcomes.

SC4. Demonstrated capacity to build the capability of staff by providing professional leadership, mentoring, coaching and professional learning in the areas of student engagement, wellbeing, and physical education.

SC5. Highly developed interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to foster collaborative relationships with students, staff, families and the wider community to enhance student participation, wellbeing, and school culture.

SC6. Demonstrated capacity to contribute to the strategic leadership of the school by developing, implementing and reviewing policies, programs and practices that support whole-school improvement, particularly in engagement and wellbeing.

Role

Range 2 classroom teachers play a significant role in assisting the school to improve student performance and educational outcomes determined by the school strategic plan and state-wide priorities and contributing to the development and implementation of school policies and priorities.

A critical component of this work will focus on increasing the knowledge base of staff within their school about student learning and high quality instruction to assist their school to define quality teacher practice.

Range 2 classroom teachers will be expected to:

• Have the content knowledge and pedagogical practice to meet the diverse needs of all students
• Model exemplary classroom practice and mentor/coach other teachers in the school to engage in critical reflection of their practice and to support staff to expand their capacity
• Provide expert advice about the content, processes and strategies that will shape individual and school professional learning
• Supervise and train one or more student teachers
• Assist staff to use student data to inform teaching approaches that enable targets related to improving student learning outcomes to be achieved.

Responsibilities

The role of classroom teacher may include but is not limited to:

• Direct teaching of groups of students and individual students;
• Contributing to the development, implementation and evaluation of a curriculum area or other curriculum program within the school;
• Undertaking other classroom teaching related and organisational duties as determined by the School Principal;
• Participating in activities such as parent/teacher meetings; staff meetings; camps and excursions;
• Undertaking 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 and/or have demonstrated experience in the curriculum area(s) specified for the position.

EEO AND OHS Commitment

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 (see Workplace 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

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:

DE Values

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:

Other Information

• 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.
• Detailed information on all terms and conditions of employment is available on the Department's Human Resources website at

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.
• Detailed information on all terms and conditions of employment is available on the Department's Human Resources website at

VIT LANTITE

To be eligible for employment, transfer or promotion in the principal or teacher class a person must have provisional or full registration from the Victorian Institute of Teaching. In addition, from 3 August 2020, to be eligible for employment in the principal class or teacher class, a person who graduated from a Victorian Initial Teacher Education program after 1 July 2016, must 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 Initial Teacher Education program completed by the person.

Location Profile

Broadmeadows Primary School, located 15 km north of Melbourne¿s CBD, serves a vibrant and culturally diverse community. We are dedicated to providing an inclusive, welcoming environment where every student is valued and empowered to reach their full potential.

Our school currently enrols approximately 250 students, supported by a committed team of 22 teachers, 10 Education Support staff, and 1 Principal Class member. With a significant proportion of students speaking English as an Additional Language, we offer tailored programmes and targeted support to ensure all learners thrive.

A seamless transition into primary education is guaranteed through our on-site kindergarten, where Foundation teachers collaborate closely with early years staff to deliver a cohesive and engaging transition programme. This partnership lays the foundation for a positive and confident start to school life.

At the heart of Broadmeadows Primary are our core values¿Kindness, Respect, and Learning Together¿which cultivate a caring culture where students are encouraged to `Aim High¿ and strive for their best. Our Wellbeing framework empowers students to take ownership of their learning, develop self-regulation, and build resilience within a calm and supportive environment that prioritises wellbeing.

Our curriculum, aligned with the Victorian Curriculum, is broad and enriching, featuring specialist subjects such as Physical Education, Visual Arts, STEM, and Spanish.

We believe every student is unique and tailor our teaching to build on individual strengths while addressing areas for growth. Our safe learning environment incorporates tools like Emotion Walls, which help both staff and students identify and address social and emotional challenges early. We also foster a strong sense of community, encouraging students to understand how their actions impact others and the wider school community.

Our passionate and skilled staff are committed to delivering high-quality education that prepares students for success today and in the future.

Applications close Monday 22 September 2025 at 11.59pm

Posted

9 September 2025

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