Overview

Work Type: Ongoing - Full-time

Salary: Salary not specified

Grade: Learning Specialist - Range 3

Occupation: Learning specialist

Location: Melbourne - Southern suburbs

Reference: 1550598

Selection Criteria

SC1 Demonstrated expert knowledge of the relevant curriculum. Demonstrated ability to model exemplary teaching practice, including the teaching of literacy and numeracy skills across the curriculum, and implement school priorities.

SC2 Demonstrated expertise in the implementation and modelling of high impact teaching strategies that respond to student learning needs. Demonstrated ability to support teachers to evaluate the impact of learning and teaching programs on student learning growth

SC3 Demonstrated exemplary ability to model the monitoring and assessment of student learning. Demonstrated ability to support others in using data to inform teaching practice and to provide feedback on student learning growth and achievement to students and parents.

SC4 Demonstrated exemplary interpersonal and communication skills. Demonstrated ability to engage in collaborative relationships with students, colleagues, parents and the broader school community to support student learning, agency, wellbeing and engagement.

SC5 Demonstrated ability to model behaviours and attitudes consistent with Department values. Demonstrated ability to support others to reflect on their practice and facilitate school-based professional 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 workplace, 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

This Learning Specialist position will be 3 days in a classroom and 2 days outside the classroom.

Conditions of Employment

- All staff employed by the Department and schools have access to a broad range of employment conditions and working arrangements.
- Appointment of successful applicants will be made subject to a satisfactory pre-employment conditions check.
- A probationary period may apply during the first year of employment and induction and support programs provided.
- Detailed information on all terms and conditions of employment is available on the Department's Human Resources website at https://www2.education.vic.gov.au/pal

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

Eastbourne Primary School provides high-quality, engaging educational programs that create opportunities for every student to succeed. We promote positive values within a safe, supportive and caring environment. As a school community, we value Respect, Collaboration, Community and Learning.

The school continues to achieve sound improvement across all levels and curriculum areas through the dedication and commitment of our staff. We offer a range of innovative and engaging programs designed to meet diverse student needs, with a strong emphasis on personalised teaching and learning.

Our excellent facilities include a well-resourced library, multipurpose room, kitchen, and dedicated Science, Music and Art rooms. Our recently completed major capital works program has delivered a new administration and office block, a STEM learning centre and a contemporary classroom learning neighbourhood. These facilities are complemented by attractive outdoor spaces, integrated garden and art areas, large playing fields and a productive vegetable garden. Our Recreation Centre supports skills-based physical education, the Perceptual Motor Program, musical performances and a range of community activities.

Our Out of School Hours Care program, operated by TheirCare, provides a high-quality, engaging and well-organised service for participating students and families.

The School Council and Parents and Friends Group work collaboratively with the school to support continuous improvement and enhance educational opportunities for all students.

Eastbourne Primary School is proud of the learning progress achieved by our students, with student achievement across the curriculum performing at or above predicted ranges.

Child Safety

Eastbourne Primary School is committed to child safety. We want every child to feel safe, happy, respected and empowered. We support and respect all children, as well as our staff and volunteers.

We have zero tolerance for child abuse, and all allegations and safety concerns are taken seriously and responded to consistently. We have clear policies, procedures and training in place to support our leadership team, staff and volunteers in meeting these commitments. We understand our legal and moral obligations to contact relevant authorities when there are concerns about a child's safety and follow these requirements rigorously.

Student Wellbeing and Engagement

Eastbourne Primary School has a clearly established whole-school student management process based on consistency, positive teacher¿student relationships and the continued development of Restorative Practices.

We continue to make sound progress in supporting students requiring additional educational support through strong partnerships with parents and regular review meetings.

Student wellbeing and engagement are further supported through:

- our comprehensive Wellbeing Program
- a strong focus on healthy lifestyles
- partnerships with community organisations
- Expressive Therapies
- a range of programs that promote positive relationships, engagement and inclusion.

Transition Programs

Eastbourne Primary School provides comprehensive transition programs to support students as they move between educational settings. These programs are underpinned by strong relationships and effective communication with local preschools, early childhood services and secondary colleges, ensuring students experience a positive and supported transition at each stage of their education.

Applications close Sunday 8 November 2026 at 11.59pm

Posted

26 October 2026

📌 Learning Specialist 3 (Melbourne)
🏢 Government schools
📍 Melbourne