About Fairhills High School

Fairhills High School is an inclusive government secondary school for students in Years 7–12, located in Knoxfield in Melbourne’s eastern suburbs. Our vision is to empower our community to be curious, creative and confident learners.

We provide engaging and challenging learning opportunities across the Victorian Curriculum, VCE and VCE Vocational Major. Staff benefit from a cooperative and supportive working environment, professional learning opportunities, mentoring and access to instructional coaching.

About the role

Fairhills High School is seeking a full-time English and Humanities teacher for Years 7–10.

Job ID: 1544136

Classification: Classroom Teacher

Employment type: Full-time, fixed term

Hours: 38 hours per week

Commencement: 27 January 2027

Conclusion: 26 January 2028

Location: 330 Scoresby Road, Knoxfield VIC 3180

Applications close: 29 September 2026

The successful applicant will

- Plan and deliver engaging English and Humanities lessons aligned with the Victorian Curriculum




- Use evidence-informed teaching practices and differentiate learning to meet a range of student needs
- Assess student learning and provide timely, constructive feedback
- Support students to develop literacy, critical thinking and communication skills
- Establish safe, inclusive and positive learning environments
- Collaborate with colleagues on curriculum planning and school improvement
- Build respectful partnerships with students, families and the wider school community

Applicants must hold an appropriate teaching qualification and current Victorian Institute of Teaching registration, or be eligible for registration.

Applications must be submitted through the Victorian Department of Education’s Recruitment Online system. Search for Job ID 1544136 or use the application link provided.

For a confidential conversation about the position, contact Bill Exton on (03) 9758 5022 or at [email protected].

📌 English and Humanities Teacher - Years 7-10 (Knoxfield)
🏢 Fairhills High School Knox
📍 Knoxfield