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Graduate Teacher Program - Wodonga South Primary School

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Exciting Opportunity at Southern Rise Education Centre!

Wodonga South Primary School, integrated with the vibrant Southern Rise Children's Centre, is looking for passionate educators to join our thriving community! Our dynamic site, known as Southern Rise Education Centre, will welcome 467 students in 2024 across 21 engaging class groups, including 3 Foundation classes, 6 Year 1/2s, 6 Year 3/4s, and 6 Year 5/6s.

What makes us stand out? At Wodonga South, we believe in the power of teamwork. Our innovative collaborative planning model, led by a dedicated Leading Teacher, and our Co-Teaching approach ensure that every educator works in a supportive and enriching environment. Together, we create and deliver outstanding classroom programs, supported by specialist teachers in Performing Arts, Visual Arts, Bluearth, and Physical Education.

Our close-knit relationship with Southern Rise Children's Centre, which includes Maternal and Child Health services, Long Day Care, Playgroups, and 3 and 4-year-old Preschool Programs. We pride ourselves on smooth transitions and strong communication between our Preschool and school communities.

We are committed to fostering an inclusive environment for all students, guided by our School-Wide Positive Behaviour Support (SW-PBS) program. This dedication to inclusion and differentiation ensures every child receives the attention and support they need to succeed.

At Southern Rise Education Centre, we focus on continuous improvement in achievement, engagement, and wellbeing. We believe in developing the whole child and are excited to find educators who share this passion.

Join us and be part of a school community where growth, innovation, and collaboration come together to shape the future!

Program Benefits 

This position attracts an incentive payment of $5,650 (pre-tax) for the successful candidate who meets the eligibility criteria set out under conditions of employment.

Conditions of Employment 

All staff employed by the Department and schools have access to a broad range of employment conditions and working arrangements. 

The appointment of successful applicants will be made subject to satisfactory pre-employment conditions check. 

A probationary period may apply during the first year of employment and induction and support programs provided. 

Eligibility for incentive payments: 

  • The successful candidate is committing to a minimum of 1 year employment at this school. 
  • The successful candidate will not be a Graduate Teacher Incentive recipient from a previous vacancy. 
  • The successful candidate must not be employed as a teacher by the Department at the time the advertised position is to commence. 

EEO AND OHS Commitment 

Applicants seeking part-time employment are encouraged to apply for any teaching service position and, if they are the successful candidate, request a reduced time fraction. Such requests will be negotiated on a case-by-case basis and will be subject to the operational requirements of the school.

The Department of Education is committed to the principles of equal opportunity, and diversity and inclusion for all. We value diversity and inclusion in all forms - gender, religion, ethnicity, LGBTIQ+, disability and neurodiversity. Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander candidates are strongly encouraged to apply for roles within the Department. The Department recognises that the provision of family friendly, supportive, safe and harassment free workplaces is essential to high performance and promotes flexible work, diversity and safety across all schools and Department workplaces. It is our policy to provide reasonable adjustments for persons with a disability (see Workplace adjustment guidelines).

Additional support and advice on the recruitment process is available to Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islanders from the Koorie Outcomes Division (KOD) via marrung@education.vic.gov.au

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