Melbourne - Northern Suburbs | Primary Teacher (Prep-Year 6) | Term 1, 2027

AndFound; Melbourne; On-site; AUD 79,000 - 118,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Leadership opportunities

POL allowances for leadership roles

Job summary

AndFound Educate is partnering with an independent primary school in Melbourne's north to appoint experienced Primary Teachers for Prep–Year 6. Start date Term 1, 2027 or earlier for the right candidates. Leadership opportunities available within a warm, values-driven school community.

The school offers a structured environment, supportive professional growth and a chance to develop future leaders from within the college. Flexible placement across campuses may occur.

Qualifications

• Hold Australian/NZ citizenship, PR or valid work rights.
• Victorian Institute of Teaching (VIT) registration or eligibility.
• Updated resume with two recent professional references.
• Creativity and adaptability in lesson planning and delivery.
• Leadership experience and interest in future leadership roles.
• High expectations for student learning and wellbeing.

Responsibilities

• Plan and deliver engaging, differentiated lessons across primary year levels aligned to the Victorian Curriculum.
• Foster a safe, inclusive and stimulating classroom environment.
• Implement a values-based approach to teaching building respect, inquiry and responsibility.
• Monitor and assess student progress and provide timely feedback to students and families.
• Build positive relationships with students, families and the school community.
• Contribute to pastoral care, co-curricular activities and future leadership development.

Job description

Melbourne - Northern Suburbs | Primary Teacher (Prep-Year 6) | Term 1, 2027

Are you ready to plan your next move?

AndFound Educate is currently partnering with an independent co-educational primary school in Melbourne's north to appoint experienced Primary Teachers across two campuses, with a start date of Term 1, 2027 or earlier for the right candidates.

This is a genuine opportunity to join a warm, structured and values-driven primary school community where educators can make a real and lasting impact with leadership opportunities available for those looking to grow their career.

About the School

Located in Melbourne's north, this independent primary school serves students from Prep to Year 6 as part of a larger multi-campus school network with over 3,000 students across metropolitan Melbourne and regional Victoria.

The school delivers the Victorian Curriculum within a values-based framework emphasising respect, inquiry, and responsibility. It's a warm, structured environment where professional growth is supported and every student is known and valued. The school is actively building a strong, experienced primary teaching team with an eye to developing future leaders from within.

Role Overview

• Position Type: Full Time Permanent
• Start Date: Term 1, 2027 or earlier for the right candidate
• Location: Melbourne's Northern Suburbs
• Year Levels: Flexible - year level allocated based on school needs
• Leadership: Leadership experience highly regarded - future leadership opportunities available
• Salary: $78,564 to $118,063 FTE depending on experience and classification. POL allowances apply for leadership positions.

Role Responsibilities

• Plan and deliver engaging, differentiated lessons across primary year levels aligned to the Victorian Curriculum
• Foster a safe, inclusive and stimulating classroom environment that supports the academic achievement and wellbeing of all students
• Implement a values-based approach to teaching that builds student respect, inquiry and responsibility
• Monitor and assess student progress, maintaining accurate records and providing timely feedback to students and families
• Build positive, respectful relationships with students, families and the broader school community
• Contribute to the broader school community through pastoral care, co-curricular engagement and a commitment to professional growth and future leadership within the college

About You

You're a qualified teacher who:

• Holds or is eligible to obtain Australian/NZ Citizenship, PR or valid work rights (Working Holiday Visa holders encouraged to apply)
• Holds or is eligible to obtain Victorian Institute of Teaching (VIT) Registration
• Has an updated resume and can provide at least two recent professional references
• Brings creativity and adaptability to lesson planning and delivery
• Has demonstrated leadership experience and is keen to grow into future leadership opportunities
• Maintains high expectations for student learning and wellbeing

Additional information

• Primary Teacher role, Prep-Year 6
• Term 1 2027 start date or earlier
• Full-time permanent role