Overview

Work Type: Ongoing - Full-time

Salary: Salary not specified

Grade: Learning Specialist - Range 3

Occupation: Learning specialist

Location: Melbourne - Southern suburbs

Reference: 1548866

Selection Criteria

SC1: Exemplary instructional practice Demonstrated exemplary classroom practice and expertise in evidence-based instructional approaches, with the capacity to model, lead and evaluate the implementation of a consistent instructional model aligned with the Victorian Teaching and Learning Model 2.0. Evidence of the impact of these practices on student learning outcomes.

SC2: Instructional coaching and building teacher capability

Demonstrated ability to build teacher capability and improve instructional practice through structured coaching, modelling, classroom observation, feedback and professional learning. Evidence of the applicant's contribution to observable or measurable improvements in the practice of other teachers and student learning.

SC3: Literacy instruction and curriculum leadership

Demonstrated expertise in evidence-based literacy instruction, curriculum planning and assessment, with the capacity to lead the development, documentation and implementation of a consistent whole-school approach to literacy teaching across Foundation to Year 6.

SC4: Data-informed teaching, assessment and evaluation

Demonstrated ability to use student learning data and evidence of classroom practice to strengthen consistent planning, assessment and moderation, identify learning needs, inform targeted teaching and evaluate the impact of instructional improvement initiatives.

SC5: Team-oriented leadership and school improvement

Demonstrated ability to lead and influence school improvement through effective communication, collaboration and professional relationships, building collective teacher capability, professional trust and shared accountability for sustained improvements in teaching and learning.

Role

Learning Specialists will be highly skilled classroom practitioners who continue to spend the majority of their time in the classroom delivering high-quality teaching and learning and have a range of responsibilities related to their expertise, including teaching demonstration lessons, observing and providing feedback to other teachers and facilitating school-based professional learning. Learning Specialists are expected to have deep knowledge and expertise in high quality teaching and learning in delivering improved achievement, engagement and wellbeing for students. The role of the Learning Specialist will be to model excellence in teaching and learning through demonstration lessons and, mentoring and coaching teachers in improving the skill, knowledge and effectiveness of the teaching workforce. The Learning Specialist role is aimed at building excellence in teaching and learning within the Teaching Service.

Responsibilities

In recognition of the importance of exemplary practice for improved student learning outcomes, the key roles of the Learning Specialists may include but are not limited to:

- Demonstrating high-level expertise in teaching and learning practice
- Modelling exemplary classroom practice including through teaching demonstration lessons
- Working with the school leadership team to develop a shared view of highly effective teacher practice
- Leading and modelling the implementation of whole-school improvement strategies related to curriculum planning and delivery
- Playing a key role in the provision of professional learning, including through developing processes and protocols for observation and feedback of teacher practice and peer collaboration
- Modelling effective learning practice and supporting teachers to seek, analyse and act on feedback and on their practice
- Providing evidence-based feedback to teaching staff to inform their effectiveness and development
- Providing expert advice about the context, processes and strategies that will shape individual and school professional learning
- Supervising and training one or more student teachers and mentoring and/or coaching teachers
- Modelling exemplary use of student data to inform teaching approaches
- Developing and promoting school-wide professional learning structures, processes and protocols through Professional Learning Communities




- Modelling exemplary professional learning practice included through seeking feedback from other teachers and leaders on their own classroom practice as part of critical reflection and inquiry to improve practice

Who May Apply

Teachers currently registered or eligible for registration with the Victorian Institute of Teaching and qualified to teach and/or have demonstrated experience in the curriculum area(s) specified for the position.

Diversity and Inclusion

The department is committed to diversity and inclusion and developing a workforce that is representative of the community we service. We value diversity and inclusion in all forms - culture, gender, religion, ethnicity, LGBTIQA+, 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 safe, respectful and inclusive workplaces is essential to high performance and promotes flexible work and diversity across all schools and Department workplaces. It is our policy to provide reasonable adjustments for staff with disability (see Workplace adjustment guidelines). Additional support and advice on the recruitment process is available to Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander candidates from the Koorie Outcomes Division (KOD) via [email protected]

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.

Child Safe Standards

Victorian government schools are child safe environments. Our schools actively promote the safety and wellbeing of all students, and all school staff are committed to protecting students from abuse or harm in the school environment, in accordance with their legal obligations including child safe standards. All schools have a Child Safety Code of Conduct consistent with the department's exemplar available at: https://www2.education.vic.gov.au/pal/child-safe-standards/policy

DE Values

The department's employees commit to upholding the department's Values: Responsiveness, Integrity, Impartiality, Accountability, Respect, Leadership and Human Rights. The department's Values complement each school's own values and underpin the behaviours the community expects of Victorian public sector employees, including those who work in Victorian Government Schools. Information on the department values is available at:

https://www2.education.vic.gov.au/pal/values-department-vps-school-employees/overview

Other Information

Working collaboratively with the Principal, Assistant Principal and wellbeing team, the Learning Specialists will play a key role in implementing the school's 2026¿2030 School Strategic Plan and Annual Implementation Plan priorities. They will be exemplary classroom practitioners who continue to spend the majority of their time delivering high-quality teaching and learning. Learning Specialists demonstrate deep knowledge of evidence-based teaching practices and a commitment to improving student achievement, engagement and wellbeing. Alongside their classroom teaching responsibilities, they will provide instructional leadership by building teacher capability, modelling exemplary practice and fostering a culture of professional trust, collaboration, reflection and shared accountability.

The role requires a demonstrated capacity to translate educational research and evidence into effective classroom practice, positively influence the practice of others and contribute to continuous whole-school improvement.

Qualification Requirements

To be eligible for employment, transfer or promotion in the principal or teacher class:

- The person must have provisional or full registration approved by the Victorian Institute of Teaching; and
- if the person completed an Australian postgraduate level initial teaching program or course of study on or after 1 January 2024,



they must demonstrate that they have satisfactorily completed a postgraduate level accredited initial teacher education program that has been accredited by an Australian State or Territory Teacher Regulatory Authority as satisfying the requirements of the Australian Institute for Teaching and School Leadership 'Accreditation of initial teacher education programs in Australia: Standards and Procedures'; and
- a person who graduated from a Victorian Initial Teacher Education (ITE) program after 1 July 2016 must also demonstrate that they have passed the literacy and numeracy test for initial teacher education (LANTITE) requirements (this condition is satisfied where the LANTITE requirement is part of the Victorian ITE program completed by the person).

Details of qualification requirements as updated from time to time can be found at Recruitment in Schools.

Location Profile

Join a school where every child, every family and every staff member feels safe, included and proud. Tucker Road Bentleigh Primary School is a thriving government primary school located in the south-eastern suburbs of Melbourne, with approximately 400 students and a reputation for strong community partnerships, high expectations and an unwavering commitment to continuous improvement.

At Tucker Road, we believe that every student deserves access to high-quality teaching, delivered consistently and informed by evidence. Our instructional approach is grounded in the Victorian Teaching and Learning Model 2.0 and draws on the Science of Learning, ensuring every classroom provides explicit teaching, clear routines, regular checks for understanding, high expectations and a calm, predictable, inclusive learning environment where all students can thrive.

Our vision is simple: every student, staff member and family should leave each day feeling safe, included and proud. These aren't just words. They guide every decision we make, from curriculum design and wellbeing supports through to the way we work together as a team.

We are proud to be a genuinely inclusive school that embraces the diverse strengths and needs of every learner. Through a multi-tiered system of support, targeted intervention programs and collaborative problem-solving, we work to remove barriers so every child can experience success. Student wellbeing sits alongside academic achievement as a core priority, supported by a dedicated Mental Health and Wellbeing Leader, Inclusion Leader, Learning Enhancement Team and Education Support staff.

Our staff work within highly collaborative Professional Learning Teams where planning, assessment and curriculum development are shared. Teachers are supported by an experienced leadership team comprising a Principal, Assistant Principal and Learning Specialists in Literacy, Numeracy and Instruction. Coaching, classroom observation, feedback and professional learning are embedded into our culture, creating an environment where teachers continue to refine their practice throughout their careers.

Our curriculum combines strong foundations in literacy and numeracy with rich learning opportunities across STEM, Visual Arts, Music, Physical Education and Auslan. Students also benefit from extensive extra-curricular opportunities, lunchtime clubs, leadership programs and engaging learning experiences that promote curiosity, creativity and belonging.

Set on spacious grounds with modern learning environments, specialist facilities, a full-sized oval, state of the art gymnasium and dedicated Out of School Hours Care program, Tucker Road offers students and staff an outstanding place to learn and work.

What we offer

- A welcoming, supportive and highly collaborative staff culture.
- A visible leadership team committed to coaching, feedback and professional growth.
- Ongoing professional learning in explicit teaching, VTLM 2.0, instructional coaching, inclusion and student wellbeing.
- Opportunities to lead improvement initiatives and develop leadership capability.
- A well-resourced learning environment with modern facilities and specialist programs.
- A school community that values innovation, relationships and a genuine commitment to helping every child flourish.

Whether you are an experienced teacher or a graduate beginning your career, Tucker Road Bentleigh Primary School offers the support, professional learning and collaborative culture to help you grow as an educator. We encourage prospective applicants to visit our school, meet our team and experience first-hand what makes Tucker Road Bentleigh Primary School such a rewarding place to work.

Apply now

Applications close Thursday 29 October 2026 at 11.59pm

Posted

16 October 2026

📌 Learning Specialist - Instructional Practice and Coaching (Melbourne)
🏢 Victorian Government
📍 Melbourne