Casual Relief Teacher

·         Primary and Secondary teaching opportunities available

·         Flexible commencement – available to start as soon as practicable

·         Join a supportive, collaborative and welcoming team

About PARED Victoria

PARED Victoria established Harkaway Hills College in 2016 and most recently launched Lysterfield Lake College in 2022. Lysterfield Lake College is an independent Catholic school for boys located in Narre Warren North. The College is committed to delivering a rigorous and enriching educational experience grounded in the Catholic faith, where students are inspired to pursue what is good, true, and beautiful.

PARED Schools follow a personalised system of education, fostering a strong partnership between parents and school to support the holistic development of each child. Through this approach, every student is encouraged to reach their full potential—academically, emotionally, and spiritually.

Harkaway Hills College is seeking a Casual Relief Teacher for commencement as soon as possible. The College appoints staff who are energetic, innovative and committed to the ethos of our school. Successful applicants will be outstanding educators with demonstrated success in teaching, excellent interpersonal skills and a commitment to pastoral care and curriculum development.

The College is fully committed to providing a child‑safe environment and ensuring the safety, wellbeing and inclusion of all students in accordance with Ministerial Order 1359, Child Safe Standards.   We maintain a zero‑tolerance approach to child abuse and embed child safety in our leadership, governance, recruitment and everyday practices.  Staff embrace this philosophy and provide a caring and supportive environment for all children where they are empowered and feel safe.  Staff are a role model of virtue and actively contribute to the character formation of each one of their students.   

 All staff are expected to actively support the school’s Christian ethos and the school’s Mission and Vision Statements and values. 

The Role

Harkaway Hills College is seeking enthusiastic and reliable Casual Relief Teachers (CRTs) to join our relief teaching pool in Primary and Secondary.

The successful applicants will be committed educators who support the College’s mission, values and Catholic ethos, and who can provide a positive, engaging and well-managed learning environment across a range of year levels.

Qualifications and Personal Attributes include:

• Current VIT registration
• Appropriate teaching qualifications.
• First Aid Certificate – Level 2 minimum.
• Strong classroom management and communication skills.
• Ability to quickly adapt to different classes, year levels and learning needs.
• Professional, reliable and well-presented.
• Commitment to the Mission, Vision and Values of PARED Victoria and the Catholic ethos of the College.
• A positive and collaborative approach to working with students and staff.

This is an excellent opportunity for teachers seeking flexible casual work within a supportive school environment.

Applications will be reviewed as they are received, and interviews may commence prior to the closing date.

Specific Child Safety Requirements:

 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.

BENEFITS:

• Parking on site
• School fees discounts for staff
• Career development and ongoing position
• Surrounded by magnificent park landscaping

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 (professional/ character). Applications close on 7th September 2026. Please note, only shortlisted applicants will be contacted.