About BGS
Founded in 1882, Brighton Grammar is an Anglican school passionate about developing, inspiring and guiding each boy to achieve his personal best in every way. The school’s evidence-based teaching and learning processes, supported by a research centre, attracts the best minds in education.
In Secondary School, we strive to instil a culture of excellence and achievement by encouraging each boy to strive for his personal best in every endeavour. Students are encouraged to push boundaries, to contribute and to become involved in a diverse range of programs across academics, the arts, sport, music, outdoor education and community service. As an educator in our Secondary School, you will play a key role in supporting the development of our boys as you engage with them in areas beyond the classroom.
The role
Applications are currently being sought from experienced Learning Support Teachers to join our Learning Support team in a full time, ongoing capacity, to commence Term 1, 2027.
Working full time, the Learning Support Teacher supports students across the Secondary School with identified learning needs to access the curriculum. Reporting to the Head of Learning Strategies, Years 7-12, the role liaises closely with the Heads of House and teachers as necessary. The role is part of the learning support team and works collaboratively with the team to run study clubs, provide assessment provisions and support students learning.
To be successful in the role, you will be required to demonstrate:
- Qualifications in Education and postgraduate studies in Special Education or similar, in conjunction with current Teaching registration (VIT).
- Experience with supporting VCE English students is desirable.
- A commitment to teamwork and passion for the education of students at their point of need.
- Experience in developing and maintaining individual learning plans for students with disabilities.
- Demonstrated ability to support teachers in meeting the need of students with learning difficulties and/or special needs.
- Experience identifying, monitoring and assisting students with learning difficulties.
- Robust interpersonal and relationship building skills to ensure effective relationships with students, parents and staff.
- Recent classroom teaching experience is desirable.
Why work for us?
- Benefit from learning from our experienced instructional coaches as part of our renowned Instructional Coaching program.
- Professional development of our staff is a priority with regular training/workshops scheduled to support this.
- Rich and diverse co-curricular involvement (limited to only one season of sport).
We are proud of our culture at Brighton Grammar and invite you to hear more about it from some of our current staff by watching the short video below. Want to find out more?
To view the position description, or to apply for the role, click on the 'Apply' link. For enquiries, please contact the Human Resources Team via
[email protected]
All applications will be treated with strictest confidence.
Applications close: 5pm, Friday 2 October 2026.
Brighton Grammar School is fully committed to the protection of children and the promotion of a culturally safe and supportive working environment for diverse communities. The successful applicant will be expected to satisfy child protection screening and adhere to the School’s Child Safety and Wellbeing Policy and Child Safety Code of Conduct.
📌 Learning Support Teacher, Secondary School (Brighton)
🏢 Brighton Grammar School
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