Role Description/Criteria
About
St Joseph’s is a leading, co-educational primary school, dedicated to providing a holistic, Catholic education for every student. We prioritise wellbeing, and educational excellence. St Joseph’s is a community where staff, students and their families thrive.
Located in Elsternwick, an inner-southern suburb of Melbourne, the school operates 14 straight classes from Prep to Year 6, with two classes at each year level. Specialist programs are offered in Physical Education, Visual Arts, Music, and LOTE (Italian).
St Joseph's is a vibrant and inclusive learning community, where collaboration and strong relationships are evident in all we do.
Role Overview
St Joseph’s Elsternwick is inviting expressions of interest from qualified teachers who can provide high-quality classroom instruction and support across all year levels and programs. Casual Relief Teachers (CRT) at our school play a vital role in maintaining continuity of learning and contributing positively to the school community.
Key Responsibilities
- Deliver engaging and effective learning experiences aligned with the Victorian Curriculum.
- Maintain a safe, supportive, and well-managed classroom environment.
- Follow school routines, policies, and behaviour expectations.
- Communicate professionally with students, staff, and leadership.
- Uphold the Catholic ethos and values of the school.
Required Qualifications & Documentation
- Current Victorian Institute of Teaching (VIT) registration.
- Commitment to the Child Safe Standards and the school’s Child Safety Code of Conduct.
Desirable Attributes
- Flexibility and adaptability to work across year levels P-6 and specialist classes including Visual Arts, Italian, Music and PE.
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
- Ability to build positive relationships with students and staff.
- Reliability and professionalism in all aspects of school life.
Child Safety Statement
At St Joseph’s we hold the care, safety and wellbeing of children as a central and fundamental responsibility of our school. At all times, the ongoing safety and wellbeing of all children at St. Joseph’s will be the primary focus of care and decision-making, with particular attention paid to the cultural safety of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander children and children from culturally and/or linguistically diverse backgrounds, as well as the safety of children with a disability.Â
St Joseph’s is governed under the authority of Melbourne ÃÛÌÒÊÓƵ Catholic Schools Limited (ÃÛÌÒÊÓƵ) ABN 18643442371. ÃÛÌÒÊÓƵ is the employer of employees at St Joseph’s.Â
Application Procedure
Applicants are asked to submit a cover letter and curriculum vitae, including the contact details of at least two referees, to:
Claire Tobin, Principal
📧 principal@sjelst.catholic.edu.au
Applications will be reviewed as submitted, and suitable applicants will be contacted for a school tour.