Work Type: Ongoing - Full-time
Salary: Salary not specified
Grade: Learning Specialist - Range 3
Occupation: Learning specialist
Location: Barwon South West - Greater Geelong
Reference: 1496804
SC1 Demonstrated expert knowledge of the relevant curriculum. Demonstrated ability to model exemplary teaching practice, including the teaching of literacy and numeracy skills across the curriculum, and implement school priorities.
SC2 Demonstrated expertise in the implementation and modelling 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 model the monitoring and assessment of student learning. 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 communication skills. Demonstrated ability to engage in collaborative relationships with students, colleagues, parents and the broader school community to support student learning, agency, wellbeing and engagement.
SC5 Demonstrated ability to model behaviours and attitudes consistent with Department values. Demonstrated ability to support others to reflect on their practice and facilitate school-based professional learning.
SC6 Demonstrated high level knowledge and exemplary skills to promote and facilitate inclusive education for students with diverse learning needs through the implementation of the Disability Inclusion funding model.
Learning Specialists will be highly skilled classroom practitioners who continue to spend the majority of their time in the classroom delivering high-quality teaching and learning and have a range of responsibilities related to their expertise, including teaching demonstration lessons, observing and providing feedback to other teachers and facilitating school-based professional learning. Learning Specialists are expected to have deep knowledge and expertise in high quality teaching and learning in delivering improved achievement, engagement and wellbeing for students. The role of the Learning Specialist will be to model excellence in teaching and learning through demonstration lessons and, mentoring and coaching teachers in improving the skill, knowledge and effectiveness of the teaching workforce.
The Learning Specialist role is aimed at building excellence in teaching and learning within the Teaching Service.
In recognition of the importance of exemplary practice for improved student learning outcomes, the key roles of the Learning Specialists 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.
If you are interested in being a founding member of the Yirrama Primary School team and playing a lead role in shaping our culture, we encourage you to apply to our brand-new school in Charlemont. There is nothing more rewarding than being part of an inaugural staffing model where you help build a school from the ground up.
We welcome applications from individuals who want to make a meaningful difference in the lives of young people, collaborate with like-minded professionals, and contribute to creating a positive, values-driven culture.
At Yirrama Primary School, staff wellbeing and a supportive workplace are a top priority. If you¿re seeking a positive environment where people feel valued and connected, our school may be the right fit for you.
If you would like to know more about this important leadership role, please get in contact with the Principal on 0407 579 041. Please note: the successful applicant will not have a face-to-face teaching allotment during 2026, allowing a full focus on leading and shaping whole-school wellbeing priorities.
Opening in 2026, Yirrama Primary School will accommodate up to 525 local students from Prep to Year 6. Located in Charlemont, within the City of Greater Geelong, the school is surrounded by parklands and close to Barwon Heads Road, Waurn Ponds Creek, and the Barwon River. The site sits conveniently near the Charlemont Rise Town Centre, placing the school at the heart of this rapidly growing community.
We are committed to providing a safe, caring, and high-achieving learning environment where every child is supported to set goals, thrive, and take pride in their achievements. Our dedicated staff will bring diverse experience and expertise, working together to ensure each student¿s learning journey is enriched.
Yirrama Primary School will offer a rich and engaging curriculum with a strong focus on Literacy and Numeracy, complemented by high-quality specialist programs in Physical Education, Visual Arts, Science, and Performing Arts.