2027 Grade 5/6 Classroom Teacher – Primary

Victorian Catholic Education Authority Limited; Melbourne; Remote; AUD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Our Lady of the Assumption Parish Primary School in Melbourne invites applications for a permanent Grade 5/6 Classroom Teacher to commence on 27 January 2027. This ongoing 1.0 FTE position sits under the Victorian Catholic Education Multi Enterprise Agreement 2022.

The successful applicant will deliver high-quality primary curriculum, foster a safe and inclusive classroom, collaborate with colleagues, and engage families to support student wellbeing and learning.

Qualifications

• Demonstrated commitment to Catholic education and child safety.
• Ability to deliver the primary curriculum to a range of abilities.
• Collaborative, team-based approach to teaching and learning.

Responsibilities

• Teach and plan Grade 5/6 curriculum and learning experiences.
• Collaborate with colleagues and leadership to support student outcomes.
• Engage families to support student wellbeing and learning, using digital tools where appropriate.

Skills

Safe classroom environment

Catholic ethos

Enthusiasm

Data-informed practice

Curriculum delivery

Family partnerships

Student voice

Digital technologies

Education

Victoria Institute of Teaching Registration

Job description

2027 Grade 5/6 Classroom Teacher – Primary

Our Lady of the Assumption School

Type Ongoing

Role Teaching

Hours Full-time

Closes 20-11-2026

About the role

At Our Lady of the Assumption Primary School we enjoy a positive and welcoming culture where we celebrate strengths and promote a growth mindset. We are a community dedicated to creating a collaborative culture of learning where children learn to problem solve and think critically and creatively. Our teachers are passionate about children, learning and life and we know that good relationships are at the heart of good teaching. We are committed to maintaining the highest standards in Literacy and Numeracy whilst nurturing the wellbeing of each student.

Applications are invited from suitably qualified persons for the permanent (1.0 FTE) ongoing position of Classroom Teacher to commence on 27 January 2027. This is a position under the Victorian Catholic Education Multi Enterprise Agreement 2022.

The successful applicant will have a demonstrated commitment to Catholic education and to the safety and wellbeing of children. They will possess the skills and abilities necessary to provide students with a rich and rewarding educational experience and will embrace a collegial, team based approach to learning and teaching.

Selection Criteria

We require a teacher with the ability to:

• create a safe classroom environment that encourages the full flourishing of each child
• embrace the Catholic ethos of our school
• demonstrate enthusiasm and a positive attitude
• work and collaborate as part of a professional learning team using data to inform practice
• deliver the appropriate curriculum to a range of educational abilities including extension
• partner with families to provide care and support for students
• foster and value student voice to engage children in their learning
• use digital technologies to enhance innovative and contemporary learning and teaching.

The successful applicant will hold Victorian Institute of Teaching Registration.

All students attending Our Lady of the Assumption Parish Primary School have the right to feel safe and be safe. The highest possible standard of care, safety and wellbeing of children and young people is a fundamental responsibility of all within our school community.

Attachments

OLA Application for Employment Classroom Teacher.doc