Senior School Teacher - English & Humanities

Girton Grammar Test 2; Greater Bendigo; On-site; AUD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Girton Grammar School in Bendigo invites applications for a Senior School Teacher of English & Humanities to join our team. The role covers Years 7–10 and VCE, delivering high-quality, evidence-informed learning that reflects Explicit Instruction and the Science of Learning.

You will teach across Senior School, differentiate instruction, assess progress and contribute to pastoral and broader school activities. Current Victorian Institute of Teaching (VIT) registration or eligibility is required.

Qualifications

• Experience teaching English and Humanities across Senior School.
• Experience with Years 7–12 and VCE.
• Commitment to Explicit Instruction and the Science of Learning.

Responsibilities

• Teach English and Humanities across the Senior School, including VCE where applicable.
• Develop engaging and rigorous learning experiences that encourage critical thinking and effective communication.
• Plan and deliver curriculum aligned with relevant curriculum requirements.
• Differentiate teaching to meet individual student learning needs.
• Assess student progress and provide timely, constructive feedback.
• Collaborate with colleagues to develop curriculum, resources and teaching strategies.

Skills

English teaching

Humanities teaching

Curriculum planning

Assessment & feedback

Education

Teaching qualification

VIT registration

Job description

Senior School Teacher - English & Humanities

Girton Grammar School is seeking a passionate and engaging English and Humanities Teacher to join our Senior School teaching team.

This opportunity is ideal for an educator who is passionate about developing students’ literacy, critical thinking, communication and analytical skills through engaging English and Humanities programs.

The successful applicant will teach across Years 7–10 and VCE, delivering high-quality, evidence-informed learning experiences that reflect the School’s commitment to Explicit Instruction and the Science of Learning.

About the Role

You will:

• Teach English and Humanities across the Senior School, including VCE where applicable.
• Develop engaging and rigorous learning experiences that encourage critical thinking, discussion, analysis and effective communication.
• Plan and deliver curriculum aligned with relevant curriculum requirements.
• Use Explicit Instruction and evidence-informed teaching practices to support strong student outcomes.
• Differentiate teaching to meet individual student learning needs.
• Assess student progress and provide timely, constructive feedback.
• Collaborate with colleagues to develop curriculum, resources and effective teaching strategies.
• Contribute to the School’s pastoral, co-curricular and broader community activities.

About You

We are looking for an educator who demonstrates:

• Experience and capability in teaching both English and Humanities.
• A passion for inspiring students across Years 7–12.
• Strong knowledge of curriculum, assessment and contemporary teaching practice.
• A commitment to Explicit Instruction and the Science of Learning.
• Excellent classroom management, communication and relationship-building skills.
• A commitment to student wellbeing, inclusion and child safety.
• Relevant teaching qualifications and current Victorian Institute of Teaching (VIT) registration, or the ability to obtain registration.

To be eligible to apply you must hold existing work rights to work in Australia.

Applications close on 20th November 2026.

Interviews will commence as applications are received Girton Grammar School reserves the right to commence the recruitment process and appoint the position before the applications close date.

All applicants must be eligible to work in Australia.

Girton Grammar School is committed to child safety. Candidates applying for teaching appointments must be registered with the Victorian Institute of Teaching. All other staff are required to provide a Working with Children Check (WWCC). Referee checks will be undertaken prior to employment. Girton Grammar is an Equal Opportunity Employer

All applications will be treated with strictest confidence.