* Full Time and Ongoing
* Commencing Term 2 2026 (Flexible)
Unique opportunity to join a leading school for neuro diverse students
The Opportunity
The position would suit an individual who is looking to contribute their experience and skills within a purpose driven organisation, with a nurturing and unique culture and legacy.
Reporting to the Deputy Principal through the School Section Leader, you will be responsible for:
* Creating a nurturing and ordered learning environment which is learner centred, supportive, cooperative and aligned with relevant curriculum policies, documents and practices.
* Pastoral care by providing guidance and support to assist students develop socially and emotionally and support their understanding of ethical behaviour, especially those aligned to Rossbourne's values.
* Designing engaging classroom activities and differentiated lessons so that all students may access the curriculum and benefit from the educational experience.
* Creating a classroom environment conducive to learning and appropriate for the physical, social, and emotional development of students.
* Encouraging and promoting an educational/wellbeing partnership with parents, providing feedback, relevant strategies supporting learning and change, an explanation of curriculum intentions and general support and recommendations to parentctively contributing to a broad range of school activities and a capacity to reflect on, evaluate and improve professional knowledge and practice at an individual, team and school level.
Key Selection Criteria
* Qualified Teacher Status (VIT Registration).
* A degree consistent with the position description.
* Post Graduate Special Education qualification desirable.
* Familiarity with VM and VPC desirable.
* Knowledge of Special Education principles, theories and assessment.
* Knowledge of differentiated instruction.
* Familiarity with contemporary teaching practice specifically for neurodiverse students.
* Highly developed communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to build effective relationships with students, parents and other key stakeholders.
* Excellent organisational and time management skills with the ability to prioritise workload and pivot, when required.
* Sound ITC skills and proficiency with the Microsoft suite of applications.
What We Offer
Rossbourne School is located in leafy Hawthorn, offering competitive remuneration, salary packaging, comprehensive professional development, on-site parking and a supportive environment.
How To Apply
A copy of the position description is available on our website.
https://www.rossbourne.vic.edu.au/about/employment/
For further information, please contact Elle McFarlane at Rossbourne School on (03) 9819 4611 or apply now by email to mcfare@rossbourne.vic.edu.au. Please include a cover letter addressing your suitability for the role and your Curriculum Vitae detailing your qualifications and experience.
Closing Date
Applications close at 4:00pm, Wednesday 18 March 2026.
Starting Date
Beginning of Term 2 2026 (Flexible)
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