Work Type: Ongoing - Full-time
Salary: Salary not specified
Grade: Learning Specialist - Range 3
Occupation: Learning specialist
Location: Melbourne - Eastern suburbs
Reference: 1542570
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.
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.
Antonio Park Primary School was established in 1960 and is situated in a leafy setting in the eastern suburbs of Melbourne, 30kms from the CBD. The school is situated in a unique bushland setting, with modern architecturally designed facilities and magnificent play areas for students. In 2026, the school has a full-time equivalent enrolment of 527 students. Staffing in 2026 includes 3 Principal class, 1 Learning Specialists, 1 Leading Teacher, and 48 teaching and ES staff.
We are a learning community who believes in the achievement of excellence and the fulfilment of individual potential. Students, staff and families value our strong connection to each other and the school within a caring, inclusive and safe environment. We believe that our school values of Empathy, Responsibility, Resilience, Independence and Confidence, provide a basis for actions and decision making within the school and beyond, as well as giving all members of our school community, shared expectations. The school encourages an 'open door' approach where parent and community contributions and participation are valued.
As citizens with a social conscience, we value collaboration and the perspectives of others. We understand the impact we can have on the world and strive to have a positive influence on the people and the environment around us. We are continually reflecting and improving, adapting to change with courage and confidence. We are curious learners who think critically and creatively by actively engaging in authentic learning experiences.
In 2026, Antonio Park Primary School provides outstanding learning programs. Engaging classroom programs were supported by specialist programs in Performing Arts, Visual Arts, Physical Education, Science and Indonesian. A wide variety of extra curricula activities including Junior and Senior choir, private music tuition, Running Club and our Green Team, ensure that there is something for every child. Parents are supported through programs such as our Classroom Helpers Induction, year level websites and a variety of information nights on student wellbeing and classroom programs throughout the year.
Student voice is particularly important at Antonio Park Primary School. Our students fulfil a variety of leadership roles through Junior School Council (JSC), School Captains, House Captains, Specialist Leaders and Peacemakers. Through these roles, students build a sense of school pride and belonging and are able to guide school improvement and make contributions to the wider community through charities.
Our parent community and particularly our School Council are committed to improving the school, it's grounds and facilities in order to help us provide the best learning environment possible for our students.
Antonio Park Primary School is seeking an exceptional Learning Specialist - Curriculum & Innovation to join our leadership team and help shape high-qualityteaching and learning across the school.
This role is ideal for an educator who is passionate aboutinstructional leadership, curriculum excellence and innovative practice.Working closely with school leaders and classroom teachers, you will supportthe implementation of evidence-based teaching practices while fostering aculture of collaboration and continuous improvement.
Key responsibilities include:
This is an exciting opportunity to make a meaningful impact in acollaborative, high-performing school where innovation, professional growth andstudent success are at the heart of everything we do.
Antonio Park will welcome potential applicants for a tour on 17thSeptember at 4:15 pm