English Teacher (Years 7-10)
Salary Range:$79,000-$118,000 (Victorian Government School Agreement)
Type of School:
Government Secondary School in Melbourne
Contract Type:
Fixed Term
Start:
Immediate / Term 2, 2026
About the School
HARKE has partnered with a large secondary school in Melbourne’s southern suburbs, recognised for its inclusive culture, strong academic pathways, and commitment to student success. The school supports a diverse student cohort through a broad curriculum including VCE, VET, literacy intervention, and wellbeing programs, with staff working collaboratively to deliver engaging and high-impact learning experiences.
Modern facilities, specialist learning hubs, and a strong focus on professional collaboration provide teachers with a supportive and well-resourced environment.
About the Position
The school is seeking a fixed-term English teacher to commence as soon as possible. The role will primarily involve teaching Years 7-10 English, with EAL experience or willingness to teach EAL viewed favourably.
While not essential, the ability to teach a VCE English class would be highly regarded to support potential senior secondary coverage requirements.
This role suits a collaborative and adaptable educator who can build positive classroom environments while supporting literacy growth and student engagement across junior secondary year levels.
Skills and Responsibilities
- Deliver engaging English lessons across Years 7-10 aligned to the Victorian Curriculum
- Support diverse learners through differentiated teaching strategies and structured classroom routines
- Assess and monitor student progress, providing timely feedback and support
- Build positive relationships with students, families, and colleagues
- Contribute to faculty collaboration, professional learning, and broader school initiatives
Requirements
- Registration with or eligibility for the Victorian Institute of Teaching (VIT)
- Full Australian work rights
- Experience teaching secondary English
- EAL experience viewed favourably
- VCE English capability advantageous but not essential
- Two referees and completion of HARKE onboarding requirements for safeguarding
HARKE Recruitment
Working with HARKE Recruitment offers several key advantages:
- Streamlined recruitment process for an easy and efficient experience
- Direct communication with school leadership teams
- Interview preparation and ongoing support throughout the process
- Access to quality teaching opportunities across Victoria
How to Apply
To apply for this role, click ‘APPLY’ or for a confidential discussion, please contact Gemma at gemma@harke.com.au.