Teacher

Introduction Indie School Bendigo is inviting applications for a full‑time permanent teaching position commencing in 2026. Keen to get stuck into a permanent full‑time career with a progressive independent school with a growing national network of campuses Our schools are located in areas of socio‑economic disadvantage and we work with students who have found it difficult to engage with mainstream education for a variety of reasons. Our aim is to re‑engage students with learning improve literacy and numeracy skills and focus on the next step in the learning journey for each student : be that a desire to return to mainstream pursue a TAFE / RTO pathway or get ready for the workforce. Our highly experienced teaching team is supported by a Head of School Assistant Heads of School Education Support Assistants and Welfare Officers. In 2025 our first year out salary for a 4 or 5 year trained teacher is $98944 and $ base plus superannuation respectively and this increases with experience to the top of the scale at $ . As we are a registered charity you can also take advantage of our generous salary packaging to boost your take home pay. Please note that this is not a contract role but a permanent position. Indie School provides students the opportunity to learn in a supportive environment using individualised learning and education plans tailored to each students own education and life circumstances. Smaller class sizes allow students greater opportunity to identify their strengths and work to improve areas in which they lack confidence. The greatest difference between Indie School and many other alternative education settings is that our foundations lie in Adult Education philosophies. Choice independence mutual respect and accountability all have a significant role to return for higher levels of self‑responsibility the students can enjoy some greater freedoms. Core Workplace Objectives Preparation and delivery of programs in line with appropriate curriculum. Enhancing effectiveness in the classroom through improved teacher knowledge practice and professional engagement in order to achieve improved standards of teaching and learning. Ensuring the most effective use of time and resources in the delivery of classes aligned to students individual learning and pathways plans. Promoting the schools alternative educational and strengths based model to ensure student goals and personal outcomes are achieved with the focus onChanging the Lives of Young People Workplace Tasking & Key Responsibilities Teaching duties are aligned to the Australian Professional Standards for Teachers. Key duties of the teacher may include but are not limited to : Writing curriculum that provides adjustments for students (this requires an understanding of Victorian curricula; understanding of the Victorian curriculum F-10 will be highly regarded). Planning writing and delivering structured lessons that differentiate and personalise the learning for each student. Embedding best practice pedagogy into lesson plans to engage students. Working collaboratively in a small team to implement feedback. Embracing opportunities to participate in coaching and mentoring programs. Supporting students with a range of learning needs including disabilities behavioural disturbances Autism Spectrum Disorder ADD / ADHD low levels of literacy / numeracy and mental illness. This includes personalising the learning for individual students pursuant to the levels of adjustment of the Nationally Consistent Collection of Data on School Students with Disability (NCCD). Collaborating to write Individual Learning Plans for all students. Embedding the strategies from Individual Learning Plans in lessons to support the needs of the student. Providing timely and specific feedback to students to support learning growth (particularly through formative assessment practices). Assessing and reporting student achievement and progress. Behaviour management (including an understanding of trauma‑informed practice or a willingness to gain this knowledge). Building positive relationships with students while maintaining professional boundaries. Supporting students to experience success. For this position with our company applicants must be willing and able to provide : A National Police Check issued within the three months prior to the offer and annually thereafter. Hold a current VIT registration. Benefits and Perks Annual professional development allocation and study time during work hours. 15 days of paid personal leave plus comprehensive paid parental leave provisions. Uniform laptop and mobile phone provided. As a registered Public Benevolent Institution (PBI) we offer access to tax‑effective packaging via Maxxia : up to $15900 per (FBT) year (plus up to $2650 for meals & entertainment ) to significantly boost your take‑home pay Large national organisation with internal mobility opportunities. Unlimited access to a complimentary wellness program via Sonder for both you and your immediate family featuring confidential professional counselling diverse mental health resources and broader wellbeing initiatives designed to support personal and family resilience. Remuneration Level 12 Level 18 (AWCC Enterprise Agreement 2022‑2025) $98944- $ superbased on training and experience. Indie School is a child safe organisation. Our School community promotes the safety wellbeing and inclusion of all young people. Before applying we ask that you are aware of the following Child safety and wellbeing policy Child safety code of conduct Commitment to Child Safety These can be located on the Website Apply please submit your application via the Seek Apply button which will take you to the Indie School recruitment page. If you have any questions regarding the role please contactJulian Day Executive Principal (Victoria) via email : Application close date is COB 14 / 10 / 2025. Applications will be reviewed upon submission and interview and appointment may occur prior to close date. Key Skills Client Server, Account Development, Business Travel, Corporate Risk Management, Dsp, Litigation Paralegal Employment Type: Full‑Time Experience: years Vacancy: 1 Monthly Salary Salary : 98944 - #J-18808-Ljbffr