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Classroom Teacher for Semester 2 Year 5/6

Our Lady of Lourdes School

Principal:  Mr Adrian McAlister

Enquiries:  principal@olprahraneast.catholic.edu.au

Applications Close: 20/07/2026

Position: Teaching

Type: Fixed Term

Hours per Week: Full-time


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Role Description/Criteria

Our Lady of Lourdes Primary is an integral part of the faith community of Prahran East.ÌýOur Lady of Lourdes Primary is governed under the authority of Melbourne ÃÛÌÒÊÓÆµ Catholic Schools Limited (ÃÛÌÒÊÓÆµ) ABN 18643442371. ÃÛÌÒÊÓÆµ is the employer of employees at Our Lady of Lourdes Primary.

Applications are invited from suitably qualified persons for the full-time position of Classroom Teacher to commence in August 2026.

The successful applicant will have a demonstrated commitment to Catholic education and to the safety and wellbeing of children. This position would be suitable for a teacher beginning or growing their career, as OLOL provides an experienced team with which to work.

The successful applicant will:

  • Demonstrate commitment to Catholic education and to the safety and wellbeing of children.
  • Create a nurturing and ordered learning environment which is learner centred, supportive, cooperative and aligned with relevant curriculum policies, documents and practices
  • Well versed in contemporary teaching pedagogies and proficient in the analysis and use of data to inform their teaching.
  • Possess the skills and abilities necessary to provide students with a rich and rewarding educational experience and will embrace a collegial, team-based approach to teaching and learning.
  • Appropriately qualified, demonstrate enthusiasm and ability to deliver the appropriate curriculum to a range of educational abilities and be able to provide care and support for students whilst supporting and respecting the ethos of the school and its environment.Ìý
  • Differentiate learning for students according to their educational needs and abilities and are responsible for the creation of effective assessment practices and quality teaching programs
  • Demonstrate strong interpersonal, communication and organisational skills
  • Demonstrate the ability to use data to inform teaching and learning
  • Contribute to and enact the School’s Improvement Plan.
  • Demonstrate sound knowledge and understanding of Religious Education.
  • Confident in the use of ICT.
  • Demonstrate initiative and a commitment to ongoing Professional Learning.
  • Possess a love of learning.

Special Requirements:

  • The successful applicant will hold the Victorian Institute of Teaching Registration.
  • Accredited to teach Religious Education in a Catholic school (willing to study for accreditation)
  • Committed to the use and analysis of data to inform teaching
  • Able to demonstrate a sound understanding of contemporary learning pedagogies and explicit teaching strategies
  • Able to show a thorough understanding of differentiated and personalised learning

Salary Range: AUD$80,000 to AUD$90,000

Please complete Our Lady of Lourdes Application for Employment (attached) and email it together with a cover letter and CV toÌý principal@olprahraneast.catholic.edu.au

Note: ÃÛÌÒÊÓÆµ is committed to the safety, wellbeing, and protection of all children in our care. The successful
candidate must hold or acquire and maintain Victorian Institute of Teaching (VIT) registration.
Candidates must hold a valid visa and/or full Australian Working Rights and provide evidence of this.

OLOL is a child safe school and as such complies with all aspects and legal obligations that relate to The ÃÛÌÒÊÓÆµ Child Wellbeing and Safety Act 2005. The ÃÛÌÒÊÓÆµ Child Safety Standards including OLOL Child Safety Policy and OLOL Code of Conduct are available on our website at

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Application Procedure


Please complete the Our Lady of Lourdes Application for Employment (attached) and email it together with a cover letter and CV to principal@olprahraneast.catholic.edu.au


Details:

Address: 7 Wynnstay Road
Prahran East

Phone: 9510 6688

Website: 

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