Junior School Teacher, Full-time, ongoing commencing Term 1, 2026

Huntingtower has a long tradition of educational excellence and consistently performs academically among the top schools in Victoria. The mission and purpose of Huntingtower are to be a beneficial presence in the world, to uplift thought, and to bless mankind.

We are seeking a suitably qualified, enthusiastic, and knowledgeable Junior School Classroom Teacher . The successful candidate will have experience teaching Years Prep-6.

This is a full-time, ongoing position commencing Term 1, 2026, due to growth within our Junior School.

Our purpose in the Junior School is to create flexible and engaging environments that support learning through inquiry and recognize the diversity of students. We are committed to developing and nurturing the whole child. We strive to support students as capable individuals and active constructors of their own learning. Kindness is at the heart of everything we do.

Key Responsibilities

• Plan and deliver a differentiated classroom program, focusing on English, Mathematics, Humanities and Social Sciences, and Wellbeing.
• Demonstrate enthusiasm and commitment to teaching students from Prep to Year 6 through a flexible and dynamic approach.
• Be responsible for the wellbeing, pastoral care, and learning of each student, encouraging them to express their individuality and achieve their best.
• Establish a caring, supportive, and engaging learning environment.
• Develop and maintain relationships and open communication with parents, colleagues, and students.

What We Look For

Our staff are the backbone of our community and culture, producing high-quality teaching and learning experiences. We offer a range of benefits in recognition of our staff’s contributions.

Applicants must have an awareness of the expectations of an Independent School, appropriate VIT Registration, and a commitment to working in an environment underpinned by Christian spiritual values. Knowledge of ‘Teaching for Understanding’ and other educational approaches is advantageous.

A position description is available on the Huntingtower School - Employment Opportunities .

If you are a dedicated, warm, and supportive professional interested in a caring Christian educational environment, please submit your application via Huntingtower School - Employment Opportunities by Friday 22 August 2025 , including the names, addresses, and telephone numbers of three referees.

We will shortlist and interview high-quality applications as they are received. We encourage interested candidates to apply early. The school reserves the right to make an appointment at any stage of the recruitment process, including before the closing date. Thank you for your understanding.

Huntingtower is a child-safe employer committed to a culture of care, protection, and safety for all children and young people.

We uphold Victoria’s Child Safe standards with zero tolerance for child abuse. All applicants must familiarize themselves with Huntingtower’s Child Safety Policies and Codes of Conduct available on our website . Candidates must demonstrate appropriate behaviors when engaging with children.

The school conducts screening processes including reference checks, identity verification, qualification checks, and professional registration verification.

Huntingtower promotes non-discriminatory recruitment and provides equal employment opportunities to all, respecting privacy and confidentiality. We welcome applications from all backgrounds, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples.

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