Teacher

• Play a key role at our campuses
• Multiple full-time ongoing roles available . Currently recruiting for multiple Teachers at our Sunshine, Werribee and Geelong Campuses at both 1.0 and 0.8 FTE
• Make a positive impact in the lives of young people with visible impact

About the Opportunity

The Teacher will work as part of a multidisciplinary classroom team. Together, they will be responsible for organising and implementing an instructional program in accordance with the VCAA applied learning curriculum and our HOPE. The Teacher is expected to collaboratively share leadership of the classroom with the other members of the team, including decision making authority. 

What a day in the role looks like: 

• Work as part of a multidisciplinary classroom team to develop and maintain a face to face and virtual classroom learning environment which places high expectation on learning for wellbeing and wellbeing for learning. 

• Support and model a learning environment which is safe, respectful and productive.

• Create and deliver an engaging applied learning curriculum at either VPC or VCE VM, applying an understanding of HOPE to support students in a way that allows them to Engage, Equip, Empower and Extend.

• Demonstrate a thorough understanding of a range of interventions that promote engagement and inclusivity, build rapport, and develop prosocial behaviours and relationships.

• Contribute to the planning and participation in extra-curricular activities, events, excursions and overnight camps.

• Maintain accurate records using the school's Student Management System and learning management systems, including regular wellbeing case noting and prepare/contribute to reports (including NCCD) as required.

• Ensure all Child Safe, risk management and Hester Hornbrook documentation requirements are adhered to.

About you

We are looking for someone who can:

• Proven ability to work collaboratively as part of a multidisciplinary team to provide educational interventions for young people to enable them to develop learning for wellbeing and achieve educational success.

• Proven ability to engage young people with education and wellbeing outcomes.

• Experience working with young people, including those who identify as LGBTQI+ and those from diverse cultural backgrounds, in a trauma-informed setting, who have existing barriers to education.

• An understanding of trauma-informed practice, restorative justice principles and the necessary skills to engage young people with multiple and complex needs.

• Strong understanding of the NCCD guidelines and competencies in documenting and fulling NCCD requirements.

• Demonstrated capacity to work flexibly and with the ability to manage competing demands as is the case in a secondary school setting.

• Understanding of relevant legislation, including Child Safe Standards as they are relevant to a Senior Secondary School setting.

Essential:

• Bachelor of Education or related discipline and a current Victorian Institute of Teaching (VIT) registration (provisional or full).

• Current Training and Assessment (TAE) qualifications for teaching VETiS programs is highly desirable.

• Demonstrated experience with planning, delivering and assessing differentiated applied learning programs, using data and student agency to personalise learning, increase engagement and support diverse pathways within VPC, VCE VM and/or VETiS

• Proven experience working with young people with complex needs, including those who identify as LGBTQIA+, are from diverse cultural backgrounds, or have experienced barriers to education such as trauma, mental health challenges, or out-of-home care. 

• Demonstrated ability to use digital platforms such as Canvas, Sentral, Microsoft Suite (i.e. Word, PowerPoint and Teams) for curriculum design, student assessment, feedback, and maintaining accurate records. 

• Ability to engage students in digital learning environments and support consistent documentation and communication across teams. 

• Sound knowledge of relevant legislation and compliance requirements, including the Victorian Child Safe Standards and the VCAA expectations for senior secondary settings. 

• Ability to use technology and resources to effectively perform the role.  

• Show a detailed understanding of the current NCCD guidelines to ensure that all staff practices are aligned to providing the required evidence to document the support that is provided to each individual student.

Screening Criteria:

• Proof of Identity Check

• International Police check

• Current Victorian Drivers Licence

• Right to work in Australia

For a copy of the position description or any questions regarding the process, please contact Fiona Zito (Executive Assistant) at fzito@hhacademy.vic.edu.au
Please include the following in your application:

• A cover letter highlighting your experience and relevance of working in a school, supporting young people to engage in learning that lead to positive outcomes. Please limit this document to no more than one page.

• A response to the Key Selection Criteria listed above. 

• Resume, including contact details of two current or recent professional referees.

• Copies of Qualifications and VIT Registration.

Applications close: Monday 16 November 2026 and must be submitted via our advertisement links and addressed to Sally Lasslett, Executive Principal

Please note: Hester reserves the right to interview and appoint suitable candidates prior to the closing date.

About Hester Hornbrook Academy:

Hester Hornbrook Academy is a multi-campus Special Assistance School providing flexible education for young people aged 15-25.  Our programs are driven by students' individual strengths, interests and goals. We offer a range of pathways, including VETiS, Victorian Pathways Certificate (VPC), and the VCE Vocational Major (VM). 
Our Healing Orientated Program of Education (HOPE) integrates learning, wellbeing and life skills to support students to re-engage with education and achieve meaningful outcomes. Teachers, Youth Workers and Education Support staff work collaboratively to create safe, supportive learning environments and help students overcome barriers, build strengths and pursue their chosen pathways.
Learn more at: www.hhacademy.vic.edu.au.