Essential Studies/Individual Programs Teacher

2 days ago

Pakenham, Victoria, Australia Beaconhills College Full time $60,000 - $100,000 per year

Beaconhills College is an open-entry, co-educational College offering outstanding holistic education opportunities from Early Learning to Year 12. The College currently has over 3000 students across two campuses in Pakenham and Berwick, which are organised into sub-schools; Early Learning, Junior, Middle, Year 9 and Senior Schools.

Beaconhills is committed to providing a challenging, enriching and collaborative learning community, which empowers each individual to nurture their talents and develop as deep reflective thinkers and responsible citizens.

We are seeking an Essential Studies/Individual Programs Teacher to join us at our Pakenham Campus for 2026.

The successful applicant must thrive on working as part of a dynamic team of dedicated professionals who are committed to fostering excellence in their students.

  • This is a part time (0.50 FTE), ongoing position
  • Commencing 22 January 2026
  • This position is at our  Pakenham Campus
  • This role works within our Junior School
  • This position requires a current VIT registration
  • 2 day dedicated new staff induction - rated 4.7 out of 5 stars by our 2025 new teacher intake
  • All new teachers are assigned a mentor and encouraged to participate in our mentor program

Pleaseclick hereto view the full position description for this role.

If you have any queries, please contact the HR Team via

Why should you join Beaconhills

  • Access to internal and external Professional Learning
  • Inclusive and supportive community
  • No Saturday sport
  • Access to an employee assistance program for you and your family
  • Onsite electric car charging stations
  • Graduate mentor program
  • Join one of the largest solar-powered schools in Australia – we have 360kW of solar power now operating and 40% of our school is powered by electricity sourced from renewable solar
  • Pakenham Campus located 42 minutes drive from Melbourne CBD via Monash Freeway
  • Onsite childcare available to staff (wait lists apply)

Benefits of working at Beaconhills

  • 13 weeks school holidays (3-week mid-year)
  • Gifted day Monday before Melbourne Cup public holiday
  • Occasional work from home opportunities i.e. report writing days
  • 16 weeks paid parental leave allowance
  • 15 days sick and carers leave per year
  • 20 days of paid family violence leave
  • Salary packaging available
  • Free onsite parking

Applications

Please address your application to our Executive Principal, Mr Stephen McGinley.

Applications should include:

  • A PDF version of your cover letter that addresses why you want to work at Beaconhills
  • A PDF version of your resume detailing your qualifications and experience
  • Contact details of three professional referees (minimum one line manager)

Applications close Thursday 16 October at 9am however all applications will be reviewed upon receipt and early applications are encouraged.

Equal Opportunity and Child Safety Statement

Beaconhills College has zero tolerance for child abuse.  Beaconhills is a child safe employer and is committed to the welfare of children and their protection. Beaconhills College is committed to Equal Employment Opportunity principles and is committed to the principles of merit-based selection, equity, diversity and procedural fairness in our recruitment process. Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples are encouraged to apply for all positions at Beaconhills College. Please click here to view our Equal Opportunity and Child Safety Statement in full.

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