VCE English Teacher

HARKE Recruitment Pty Ltd; Melbourne; On-site; AUD 93,000 - 133,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation assistance

Job summary

HARKE Recruitment is partnering with Christway College - Wyndham Vale Campus in Melbourne to recruit an experienced VCE English Teacher for a full-time, ongoing role starting January 2027. The role centers on shaping the senior English program for the college's first Year 12 cohort and delivering high-quality VCE English Units 1-4.

The successful candidate will lead curriculum delivery, assessment and examination preparation, with salary aligned to the Victorian Government Schools Agreement

Qualifications

• Relevant teaching qualifications and current Victorian Institute of Teaching (VIT) registration or eligibility.
• Experience teaching VCE English Unit 1-4, particularly Units 3-4, or equivalent senior secondary English experience.
• Strong understanding of senior English curriculum planning, assessment and examination preparation.
• Full Australian working rights. Pathway to sponsorship is available for the right applicant.
• Ability to provide two professional referees and complete HARKE Recruitment's safeguarding and onboarding requirements.

Responsibilities

• Curriculum Delivery: Plan and deliver high-quality VCE English Unit 1-4 programs, particularly Units 3-4, aligned with VCAA requirements.
• Student Achievement and Wellbeing: Prepare students for VCE assessments and examinations, provide meaningful feedback and support academic progress and wellbeing.
• Communication: Build positive relationships with students and families, maintaining clear communication about learning expectations and student development.
• Collaboration: Work closely with teaching colleagues and leadership to establish consistent curriculum, assessment and teaching practices across senior English.
• Curriculum Leadership: Contribute to the establishment and ongoing development of Christway College's VCE English program as the school welcomes its first Year 12 cohort.

Skills

VCE English

Curriculum delivery

Collaboration

Communication

Student wellbeing

Curriculum leadership

Education

Teaching qualifications

VIT registration

Job description

Location: Wyndham Vale, West Melbourne, VIC
Employment: Full-time, ongoing
Commencement: Term 1, January 2027
Salary: Anticipated $92,882-$133,456 + super (aligned with the 2027 VGSA predicted rates, subject to confirmation)
Relocation Support: To be discussed

About the School

HARKE Recruitment has partnered exclusively with Christway College - Wyndham Vale Campus, an independent, co-educational Christian school in Melbourne's growing western corridor.

Established in 2019, Christway College is a growing school with a strong commitment to academic achievement, student wellbeing and Christian community.

Led by an invested, Christ-centred Campus Principal, the College is focused on building a team of like-minded educators who value relationships, collaboration and shared Christian purpose. Teachers have the opportunity to contribute their expertise, feel supported by leadership and play an active role in the College's growth.

2027 marks a significant milestone as Christway College welcomes its first Year 12 cohort. This presents an opportunity for an experienced VCE English Teacher to help shape the senior English program and support the College's first graduating students.

Set on a 30-acre campus with modern learning facilities, Christway College offers a connected Christian community, supportive leadership and the opportunity to make a meaningful contribution to its future.

About the Role

Christway College is seeking an experienced VCE English Teacher for a full-time, ongoing appointment commencing January 2027.

The successful applicant will play an important role in establishing the College's Year 12 English program, bringing expertise in senior curriculum delivery, assessment and VCE examination preparation.

This position will suit a teacher who values collaborative leadership, is committed to Christian education and wants to contribute to the development of a growing secondary school.

Salary and Benefits

Competitive Salary: Christway College will align its teacher salaries with the Victorian Government Schools Agreement (VGSA) pay scale from February 2027. The anticipated salary range is $92,882-$133,456 + super, depending on experience and classification, subject to confirmation.

Relocation Assistance: Relocation assistance to a set amount may be available for suitable applicants , subject to discussion

Employment Security: Full-time, ongoing appointment commencing January 2027.

Professional Contribution: Help establish VCE English and influence the ongoing development of the senior secondary program.

Skills and Responsibilities

Curriculum Delivery: Plan and deliver high-quality VCE English Unit 1-4 programs, particularly Units 3-4, aligned with VCAA requirements.

Student Achievement and Wellbeing: Prepare students for VCE assessments and examinations, provide meaningful feedback and support academic progress and wellbeing.

Communication: Build positive relationships with students and families, maintaining clear communication about learning expectations and student development.

Collaboration: Work closely with teaching colleagues and leadership to establish consistent curriculum, assessment and teaching practices across senior English.

Curriculum Leadership: Contribute to the establishment and ongoing development of Christway College's VCE English program as the school welcomes its first Year 12 cohort.

Requirements

Teaching Qualifications and Experience

Applicants must demonstrate:

Relevant teaching qualifications and current Victorian Institute of Teaching (VIT) registration or eligibility.

Experience teaching VCE English Unit 1-4, particularly Units 3-4, or equivalent senior secondary English experience.

Strong understanding of senior English curriculum planning, assessment and examination preparation.

Full Australian working rights. Pathway to sponsorship is available for the right applicant.

Ability to provide two professional referees and complete HARKE Recruitment's safeguarding and onboarding requirements.

Christian Faith Requirements - Essential

Christway College is a multi-denominational Christian school where faith is central to its teaching, leadership and community.

Applicants must:

Have a personal commitment to the Christian faith.

Be actively involved in a Christian church community.

Support and uphold Christway College's Statement of Faith and Christian values.

Demonstrate how their Christian faith influences their teaching practice and contribution to College life.

Be able to provide a pastoral or church referee.

These requirements form part of the recruitment and selection process and will be discussed during initial screening.