Junior School Teacher (Prep -Year 4)

Beaconhills College; Melbourne; On-site; AUD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

No Saturday sport

Onsite childcare for staff

Job summary

Beaconhills College in Melbourne’s Victoria region seeks a dedicated Junior School Teacher for the Pakenham Campus. This fixed-term, 1.0 FTE role runs from 21 January 2027 to 12 July 2027 and involves teaching Prep to Year 4 within the Junior School.

VIT registration and a teaching qualification in Education are required, with preference for primary education experience. The successful candidate will support student wellbeing and collaborate with staff and families in a mentoring-centered

Qualifications

• VIT registration required.
• Tertiary qualifications in Education required.
• Demonstrated experience in primary education is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Teach Prep to Year 4 in the Junior School.
• Deliver student-centred learning experiences to support academic, social and emotional development.
• Collaborate with colleagues, students and families and participate in mentoring program.”],
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Skills

VIT registration

Primary education experience (desir.)

Education

Education degree

Job description

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 a dedicated and passionate Junior School Teacher to join our Pakenham Campus in a fixed-term, full-time position. The successful applicant will be committed to delivering engaging and student-centred learning experiences that support the academic, social and emotional development of students from Prep to Year 4, while fostering a positive and inclusive learning environment.

• Fixed-term position commencing 21 January 2027 and concluding 12 July 2027
• 1.0 FTE full-time position
• Based at our Pakenham Campus
• Teaching a Prep to Year 4 class within the Junior School
• Current VIT registration is required
• Tertiary qualifications in Education are required
• Demonstrated experience in primary education is desirable
• Strong commitment to student wellbeing, pastoral care and academic excellence
• Ability to collaborate effectively with colleagues, students and families
• All new teachers are assigned a mentor and encouraged to participate in our comprehensive mentoring program to support their professional growth and success at the College

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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 (Pakenham campus, coming soon to Berwick)
• 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
• Berwick Campus is located 34 minutes' drive from Melbourne CBD via Monash Freeway
• Onsite childcare available to staff (wait lists apply)

Benefits of working at Beaconhills

• Gifted day Monday before Melbourne Cup public holiday
• Occasional work from home opportunities i.e. report writing days
• 16weeks paidparental leave allowance
• 15 days sick and carers leave per year
• 20 days of paid family violence leave
• Salary packaging available
• Free onsite parking

Applications close Monday, 2 November 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.