Primary Teacher

Heritage College Knox is looking to recruit an enthusiastic and dynamic primary teacher with a commitment to creating an engaging and enriching learning environment.

The Opportunity

Heritage College Knox is offering a position for a full time Year 5/6 teacher. This is an ongoing position for 2026 and beyond. (FTE 1.0)

About Us

Taking a personal approach to the business of education, we strive to offer something different for our students. With a God-centred environment, the focus on values and character form an important part of our day-to-day life.

Small classes, a balanced and dedicated approach to learning and a wide range of opportunities are just some of the reasons that there has never been a better time to join Heritage College and be a part of shaping our future.

Joining the Staff at Heritage

The staff at Heritage are the school's greatest asset. As individuals and collegially, they are fully committed to achieving the best possible outcomes for students in terms of both teaching and administrative roles.

Working at Heritage means you will be provided with continued support and training to develop your skills as a teacher.

The College is divided into a Junior School (Years K-4), a Middle School (Years 5-8) and Senior School (Years 9-12) providing a pathway through the stages of childhood to young adulthood.

Underpinning our success is the staff at Heritage and their commitment to achieving the best possible outcomes for students and the community.

The College is located in Ferntree Gully with easy access by car or public transport.

Requirements

• VIT Accreditation or eligibility to gain approval to teach K-6 in Victoria, Australia.
• Demonstrated ability to foster positive learning outcomes in literacy and numeracy.
• Capacity to support student wellbeing and the College’s Christian values.
• Skills to create a positive and purposeful learning environment with a sound understanding of behavioural management strategies that promote learning.
• Ability to modify programs to provide an engaging differentiated program to meet the needs of a range of learning needs.
• Capacity to work both independently, and to contribute as part of team.
• Willingness to contribute to whole school and extracurricular activities, including camps and college events, in order to promote a positive culture within the school.

Position commencing: Term 1, 2026

Taking a personal approach to the business of education, we strive to offer something different for our students. With a God-centred environment, the focus on values and character form an important part of our day-to-day life. Small classes, a balanced and dedicated approach to learning and a wide range of opportunities are just some of the reasons that there has never been a better time to join Heritage College and be a part of shaping our future.

Application Instructions

Interested applicants should send a resume, including details of three referees and a letter of introduction to the Principal, Ms Maureen Theobald

Applications close: 31 October 2025