Primary Teaching - Full time

ABOUT US

Harkaway Hills College is an independent school teaching the Catholic faith, located in Narre Warren North. The College currently educates 350 students from Pre-Prep to Year 10. Each coming year, the College will be opening a new year level, through to Grade 12 in 2027.  

In 2026, the College will be running Unit 1-2 VCE subjects, as well as some Unit 3-4 VCE subjects as part of our accelerated program for our Year 11 students.  

The College is a project of the Parents for Education (PARED) Victoria Foundation, and is founded on the principles that parents are the primary educators of their children, and that schools exist to support parents in this role. This support is found in the quality of the academic curriculum, in the way that staff work with students and parents in a unique mentoring program, in the emphasis on character development and virtues in the curriculum, and in the concern that staff and peer example be fully positive and supportive of parents.  

The College is currently seeking Primary teachers to be part of the inaugural Harkaway Hills College primary program. This is an exciting opportunity to be part of the curriculum development and formation of a new college of educational excellence.  

ROLE DESCRIPTION

Reports to: Principal  

Job Type: Full-time

Work Eligibility: Permitted to work permanently with no restriction on hours  

All College staff are expected to reflect the vision, mission and values of PARED Victoria in the way that they perform their role, and in the relationships they form with all members of the school community. Each staff member’s role is designed to contribute to the best possible educational outcomes for all students, support parents and families, enhance the community’s strengths and ensure careful stewardship of the school’s resources. A commitment to modelling the teachings and values of the Catholic faith is essential.  

SKILLS, QUALIFICATIONS AND PERSONAL ATTRIBUTES  

• Understanding of and commitment to the Mission, Vision and Values of PARED Vic.
• Commitment to supporting the Catholic ethos of the College.
• Qualifications to teach Catholic Education is advantageous.
• Current VIT registration and Working with Children Check (essential)  
• First Aid Certificate Level 2 minimum (essential)
• Appropriate qualifications in relevant subject areas for Primary students (essential)  
• High level of professional personal presentation.
• High level of interpersonal skills and the ability to work within a team.
• Strong organisational and time management skills, with an ability to prioritise tasks, meet deadlines, work well under pressure and manage competing tasks with a high level of attention to detail.
• Flexibility and ability to operate effectively in a changing environment. 
• The ability to teach a variety of subject areas is advantageous.  
• Demonstrated commitment to their own professional learning to build capacity.  
• Evident passion, energy and enthusiasm for specific subject areas.
• Commitment to delivering a high standard of education.
• A clear commitment to engage with the local community and develop relationships with key stakeholders.

 Applicants must demonstrate

• The capacity to model and consistently uphold a Child Safe Culture including the College’s Child Safety and Wellbeing Policy, and the Child Safe Code of Conduct both personally and professionally. Refer to the links below to access these policies.
• Suitability to work with children including positive attitudes toward child safety and child empowerment.
• A willingness to participate in ongoing child safety training.
• The ability to create culturally safe and inclusive environments for diverse students, cultural diverse students, students with disabilities and students from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander backgrounds.

Child_Safe_Code_of_Conduct_PnZ4HUQ.pdf

Child_Safety_and_Wellbeing_Policy_qSJlwur.pdf

Applicants are required to provide a valid Working with Children Check or VIT registration (teachers) and will be subject to background and reference checks and will be required to sign the Child Safe Code of Conduct as a condition of employment.

APPLICATION

Please email your application to Mary Broadsmith, Principal of Harkaway Hills College, via employment@harkawayhills.vic.edu.au.  

All applications must include a cover letter, resume and at least two references. Applications close on 25th June 2026. Please note, only shortlisted applicants will be contacted.