Primary Teacher

Waverley Christian College; Melbourne; On-site; AUD 70,000 - 86,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Salary packaging

Staff discounts

Flexible work

Wellbeing program

Professional development

Employee Assistance Program

Friendly community

Library supervision for staff children

Job summary

Waverley Christian College invites applications for a full-time Primary Teacher at the Narre Warren South Campus, commencing Term 2, Monday 20 April 2026. The successful candidate will contribute to our faith‑scaffolded learning environment and focus on Junior Primary, with commitment to our college values.

Applicants must be registered with the Victorian Institute of Teaching (VIT) and hold First Aid and Anaphylaxis certificates.

Qualifications

• Must be a qualified teacher and hold current registration with the Victorian Institute of Teaching (VIT).
• High level communication and interpersonal skills.
• Current First Aid qualifications and Anaphylaxis certificate or willingness to obtain prior to commencement.
• Commitment to the values and ethos of Christian education.
• Willingness to get involved in all aspects of the College’s programs and opportunities.

Skills

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Job description

Waverley Christian College is a forward thinking and culturally diverse Christian co-educational school from Kinder to Year 12. We have been providing students with a quality Christian educational experience for over 45 years. With campuses in Wantirna South and Narre Warren South, Waverley Christian College has an enrolment of over 2400 students with 400 staff across both campuses in 2026.

The Narre Warren South Campus is seeking a full-time Primary Teacher to commence from Term 2, Monday 20 April 2026, who is committed to our College values and eager to help students grow in their learning and faith, and preferably has experience in Junior Primary.

You’ll join a community of educators who care deeply about the formation of students and are learners themselves, committed to professional growth, collaborative practice, and the shared calling of preparing young people to live out their faith and learning for the sake of others.

The successful applicant must:

• Be a qualified teacher and hold a current registration with the Victorian Institute of Teaching (VIT).
• Have high level communication and interpersonal skills.
• Have current First Aid qualifications and Anaphylaxis Certificate or be willing to obtain these prior to commencement.
• Be able to show a commitment to the values and ethos of Christian education.
• Be willing to get involved in all aspects of the College’s programs and opportunities.

Some of the benefits of working at Waverley Christian College include:

• A range of salary packaging options
• School fees discounts for staff whose children attend the school (after 12 months)
• Flexible work opportunities
• Wellbeing initiatives
• Career and leadership professional development opportunities
• Employee Assistance Program
• Friendly and collegial community to work with
• School aged children enrolled at WCC may be able to access free before and after school library supervision (time/space limits apply)

All potential employees will be required to comply with the College’s Child Safety Code of Conduct, Child Safety Policy, and Student Wellbeing Policy. We have zero tolerance for child abuse. You will be expected to contribute proactively to a culture of child safety at the College.

Waverley Christian College is committed to providing best practice support for graduate teachers and teachers who are new to Christian Education. Our Graduate Teacher Program includes time release, mentoring, equipping for Christian Education and a comprehensive induction program that will help to develop the skills and competencies needed to become an effective classroom practitioner.