Primary Casual Relief Teacher (CRT)

Work Initiatives; Melbourne; On-site; AUD 79,000 - 89,000; Part time

Job summary

Tradewind Australia connects you with Melbourne and regional Victoria schools seeking Casual Relief Teachers (CRTs). This role offers flexible shifts, variety across classrooms and locations, and pathways to longer-term opportunities.

As a CRT, you’ll deliver engaging lessons, maintain safe classrooms and adapt quickly to different settings. You’ll need a recognised teaching qualification and VIT registration, plus referees. Join a supportive network with mentoring and regular updates.

Qualifications

• A recognised teaching qualification and current Victorian Institute of Teaching (VIT) registration.
• Two professional referees from the past five years - principal referee required from most recent school
• A flexible and proactive approach to new school settings.

Responsibilities

• Deliver engaging and inclusive lessons that keep learning on track in the teacher's absence.
• Create a safe, positive and structured classroom environment.
• Adapt quickly to different classrooms and student needs.
• Supervise students in playgrounds or other school areas as required.

Education

Teaching qualification

VIT registration

Job description

Primary Casual Relief Teacher (CRT) - Westmeadows
Rate: $430 - $480 per day + Super

Whether you're looking for flexibility, variety or a pathway to something more permanent, Tradewind Australia connects you with schools across Melbourne and wider Victoria that truly value great educators. We'll help you find work that fits your lifestyle and provide the support to help you thrive in every classroom.

About Us

Tradewind Australia is a multi-award-winning education recruitment agency and the preferred supplier of many relief teachers to schools across greater Melbourne. We're not just about filling jobs - we're about helping teachers build fulfilling, long-term careers, with support every step of the way.

The Role

As a Casual Relief Teacher (CRT), you'll bring learning to life across a range of Melbourne schools. Our team matches you with schools that suit your teaching style, experience and availability and location. This ensures you get greater choice, variety and consistency.

Why Teachers Love Working With Us

• Flexibility and control - Choose when and where you work using our easy-to-use app.
• Advance bookings - Prefer to plan ahead? We'll line up your shifts in advance where possible.
• Professional growth - Access regular mentoring from experienced Principals and exclusive CRT podcasts.
• Community & recognition - Be part of our supportive teaching network, with weekly webinars, end of term catch ups and competitions throughout the year.
• Zero joining fees - Join for free and start accepting shifts right away.

Example locations

Tradewind work with schools across Melbourne and regional Victoria. Some example locations include:

• North - Wollert, Craigieburn

What You'll Do

• Deliver engaging and inclusive lessons that keep learning on track in the teacher's absence.
• Create a safe, positive and structured classroom environment.
• Adapt quickly to different classrooms and student needs.
• Supervise students in playgrounds or other school areas as required.

What You'll Bring

• A recognised teaching qualification and current Victorian Institute of Teaching (VIT) registration.
• Two professional referees from the past five years - principal referee required from most recent school
• A flexible and proactive approach to new school settings.

Commitment to Child Safety & Inclusion

Tradewind Australia is committed to the safety, wellbeing and inclusion of all children. We encourage applications from teachers of all backgrounds, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, people with disability and those from culturally and linguistically diverse communities. All successful applicants will complete background and reference checks, including a Working with Children Check.

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