Classroom Teacher (0.4 or 0.6) NEW SCHOOL IN AINTREE - opening 2027

Department of Education Victoria – Victoria

2d ago , from Department of Education & Training Victoria

Joining Barramayil Primary School provides a unique opportunity to be part of a foundation teaching team and contribute to the development of a thriving learning community. As a classroom teacher, you will play a key role in establishing high-quality teaching and learning programs, building strong relationships with students and families, and shaping the culture and identity of a growing school.

We are seeking educators who are adaptable, collaborative and committed to delivering engaging learning experiences that support every student to achieve success. This role is ideal for teachers who are enthusiastic about working in a dynamic environment and are excited by the opportunities that come with being part of a new and evolving school.

As a foundation school, all staff play an important role in establishing consistent practices, positive relationships and a strong culture of learning and wellbeing. The successful applicant will demonstrate initiative, flexibility and a willingness to contribute beyond their classroom, working collaboratively with colleagues to support the changing needs of the school community.

This position is ideal for a teacher who enjoys innovation, values teamwork and is passionate about helping shape a positive and inclusive school environment where students, staff and families can thrive.

About our school and community

Barramayil Primary Schoolis an exciting and dynamic current school to openin 2027 and islocatedapproximately 35-40 minutes from the Melbourne CBD on the lands of the Wurundjeri Peoples.



The school is part of an educational and sporting precinct in the suburb of Aintree in the west of Melbourne.We haveprovisionfor 700 students with many beingable to walk or ride to and from school.

The school will be culturally diverse with over 50% of the Aintreepopulationhavinga languageotherthan English withthelargestimmigrantgroupsbeing Indian, New Zealander, SriLankanandFilipino.This diversityof our school will be a significant strengththatenricheslearningand strengthensrelationships. By embracing and valuing our varied cultural backgrounds,experiencesand perspectives within our school, we will foster greaterunderstanding, empathy and respect among the students and staff. The diversitypositivelyshapes our culture, helping to create an inclusiveenvironmentwhere allindividualsfeel seen,respectedand valued andwheredifferences arecelebratedas a sourceoflearningand connection.

There are key design features or our school which make explicit connections to the land and pay respect to the Wurundjeri people. This will play a significant role in our school culture and ways of working moving forward.

Our school will be supported by a range of high-quality fit-for-purpose learning spaces that enhance and enrich student learning. Specialist spaces, including a full-size gym, student kitchen, art and performing arts spaces, break out learning areas, sensory rooms,



library and STEM spaces surrounded by Indigenous gardens provide diverse and engaging environments where the students can explore, create, collaborate and extend their thinking. These spaces are intentionally designed to support different learning needs and styles fostering deeper engagement and enabling hands on learning that compliment and strengthen classroom programs.

Our school's vision is tonurturechildren who care deeply, act courageously, commit wholeheartedly and contribute meaningfully to their community.

At Barramayil Primary School we know that it takes a village to raise a child. Our school'smission is to empower students through meaningful learning experiences, strong relationships, and opportunities for service. We recognise that raising a child is a shared responsibility, andwe'llwork together as a community to nurture compassion, courage,commitmentand a sense of purpose.

Ourvaluesare:Care,Courage,Commitment andCommunity.

At the heart of our brand-new school is a rare and exciting opportunity: to shape something from the ground up and the people who join us will define what it becomes. We are seeking individuals who lead with care, value community, show deep commitment, and act with courage. These are the people who will set the tone, model our expectations, and help build a culture where every student and colleague feels supported, challenged, and inspired.

Selection Criteria

Key Selection Criteria

- Demonstrated capacity to design purposeful learning experiences that understand how children learn, build deep understanding and mastery of skills and encourage students to be active in their learning
- Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively with others, value strengthening your content knowledge and in

📌 Classroom Teacher (Melbourne)
🏢 Department of Education Victoria
📍 Melbourne