Work Type: Ongoing - Full-time
Salary: Salary not specified
Grade: Leading Teacher - Range 3
Occupation: Leading teacher
Location: Melbourne - Inner South East suburbs
Reference: 1536742
SC1 Demonstrated expert knowledge of the relevant curriculum. Demonstrated ability to lead and manage the implementation of school priorities, and the teaching of literacy and numeracy skills across the curriculum.
SC2 Demonstrated ability to lead the planning and implementation of high impact teaching strategies that respond to student learning needs. Demonstrated ability to support teachers to evaluate the impact of learning and teaching programs on student learning growth.
SC3 Demonstrated exemplary ability to monitor and assess student learning at a class, cohort or whole-school level and use this data to lead improvement initiatives. Demonstrated ability to support others in using data to inform teaching practice and to provide feedback on student learning growth and achievement to students and parents.
SC4 Demonstrated exemplary interpersonal and leadership skills. Demonstrated ability to lead collaborative relationships with students, colleagues, parents and the broader school community focused on student learning, agency, wellbeing and engagement.
SC5 Demonstrated ability to model behaviours and attitudes consistent with Department values and support colleagues to adopt these behaviours and attitudes. Demonstrated ability to reflect upon their own, others and whole-school practice and contribute to the provision of whole-school professional learning.
Leading teachers will be highly skilled classroom practitioners and undertake leadership and management roles commensurate with their salary range. The role of leading teachers is to improve the skill, knowledge and performance of the teaching workforce in a school or group of schools and to improve the curriculum program of a school.
Typically, leading teachers are responsible for coordinating a number of staff to achieve improvements in teaching and learning which may involve the coordination and professional support of colleagues through modelling, collaborating and coaching and using processes that develop knowledge, practice and professional engagement in others.
Leading teachers are expected to lead and manage a significant area or function within the school with a high degree of independence to ensure the effective development, provision and evaluation of the school's education program.
Leading teachers will be expected to make a significant contribution to policy development relating to teaching and learning in the school. A leading teacher has a direct impact and influence on the achievement of the school goals.
Leading teachers are usually responsible for the implementation of one or more priorities contained in the school strategic plan.
In recognition of the importance of leadership and management combined with exemplary teaching practice for improved student learning outcomes, the key roles of the leading teachers may include but are not limited to:
Teachers currently registered or eligible for registration with the Victorian Institute of Teaching and qualified to teach and/or have demonstrated experience in the curriculum area(s) specified for the position.
The department is committed to diversity and inclusion and developing a workforce that is representative of the community we service. We value diversity and inclusion in all forms - culture, gender, religion, ethnicity, LGBTIQA+, disability and neurodiversity. Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander candidates are strongly encouraged to apply for roles within the Department. The Department recognises that the provision of safe, respectful and inclusive workplaces is essential to high performance and promotes flexible work and diversity across all schools and Department workplaces. It is our policy to provide reasonable adjustments for staff with disability (see Workplace adjustment guidelines).
Additional support and advice on the recruitment process is available to Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander candidates from the Koorie Outcomes Division (KOD) via [email protected]
Applicants seeking part-time employment are encouraged to apply for any teaching service position and, if they are the successful candidate, request a reduced time fraction. Such requests will be negotiated on a case-by-case basis and will be subject to the operational requirements of the school.
Victorian government schools are child safe environments. Our schools actively promote the safety and wellbeing of all students, and all school staff are committed to protecting students from abuse or harm in the school environment, in accordance with their legal obligations including child safe standards. All schools have a Child Safety Code of Conduct consistent with the department's exemplar available at:
https://www2.education.vic.gov.au/pal/child-safe-standards/policy
The department's employees commit to upholding the department's Values: Responsiveness, Integrity, Impartiality, Accountability, Respect, Leadership and Human Rights. The department's Values complement each school's own values and underpin the behaviours the community expects of Victorian public sector employees, including those who work in Victorian Government Schools. Information on the department values is available at:
https://www2.education.vic.gov.au/pal/values-department-vps-school-employees/overview
To be eligible for employment, transfer or promotion in the principal or teacher class:
Details of qualification requirements as updated from time to time can be found at Recruitment in Schools.
Ashwood School
Ashwood School is a coeducational specialist school catering for approximately 140 primary and secondary students with a mild intellectual disability. Located in the eastern suburbs of Melbourne, we proudly serve families from the municipalities of Monash, Boroondara, Manningham, Stonnington, Whitehorse, Glen Eira and Bayside.
We aspire to be a centre of excellence and school of first choice in special education, delivering a supportive yet challenging environment where every student is empowered to reach their full potential and become a valued, active member of the community.
Our Mission
To develop independent learners who achieve their maximum learning outcomes through a focused, engaging and individualised curriculum that builds academic, social, emotional, communication, independence and employability skills for a successful life beyond school.
Individualised Learning
Every student at Ashwood School has a tailored Individual Education Plan (IEP) developed in close partnership with families at Student Support Group (SSG) meetings. Goals are informed by ongoing assessment using the Victorian Curriculum, the Victorian Pathways Certificate (VPC) and a range of specialist tools, ensuring teaching is precise, evidence-based and responsive to each child¿s needs.
Small class sizes and a high staff-to-student ratio allow our highly qualified teachers, education support staff and allied health professionals to provide the intensive, personalised support that drives outstanding progress.
Student Voice & Leadership
Student voice and agency are at the heart of Ashwood School. From Primary through to Year 12, students are actively encouraged to express their ideas, lead initiatives and contribute to school decision-making.
Our leadership opportunities include:
Class representatives meet regularly and our School Captains play a central role in leading weekly whole-school assemblies. Students have successfully shaped programs such as Outdoor Education, RIPOR Days, Wellbeing Week and cultural celebrations.
School Values ¿ RIPOR
Everything we do is guided by our core values:
These values are explicitly taught and celebrated daily through our RIPOR expectations: Be a Learner, Be Safe, Be Responsible.
Student Wellbeing
We prioritise a safe, inclusive and connected school community. Our dedicated wellbeing team delivers developmentally appropriate programs that build social-emotional skills, mental health literacy and a strong sense of belonging, ensuring every student feels supported and ready to learn.
Our Staff
Ashwood School is fortunate to have a large, highly experienced team of special education professionals. Teachers, education support staff and therapists work collaboratively, with ongoing professional learning aligned to school priorities. We actively support staff to further their qualifications in the field of special education.
Community & Family Partnerships
We warmly welcome parent and community involvement. New families are paired with a ¿parent buddy¿ to help them feel connected from day one. Regular communication, parent workshops, celebrations and volunteering opportunities strengthen the partnership between home and school.