Prep or Yr 1 or Yr 2 Classroom Teacher- Weir Views New School 2026 Opening

Murrum Primary School is a new government school opening in 2026, located onwurundjeri country at 90 Elpis Rd, Weir Views, 3338. Murrum is the indigenous wurundjeri word for 'joeys'. The establishment of this new school in the Melton community will support the increasing enrolment demand from a growing local population. Our location is unique in that the suburb has been developing over several years prior to the school opening, and is relatively close to the bustling CBD of Melton and therefore provides easy access to local community services.

MurrumPrimary School will open with places for up to 715 students with enrolments open from Foundation to Year 6. Murrum PS is a Supported Inclusion School providing up to 65 place for students with a diagnosis of Intellectual Disability within the total enrolment. This provides a unique opportunity to open another local school in the Melton community that provides high-quality education for local students, strengthening the already established education provision in this growth area.

When open for Term 1, 2026, the school will include:

• An administration and library building with spaces for art, science and food technology
• 3 learning neighbourhoods (including a 2 storey neighbourhood)
• Hard courts and a sports field
• A gymnasium/performing arts/community hub building.

MurrumPrimary School will be co located with an Early Learning Centre that will provide long day and Three and Four Year Old Kindergarten programs, supporting families with care needs and a smoother transition to primary school. The Victorian Government owned centre will be run by Early Learning Victoria and will provide another unique opportunity of building a professional relationship that strengthens the learning of all students.

At Murrum Primary School we pride ourselves on being an inclusive and progressive school community. Our staff are our most valuable resource and we will provide support & recognition accordingly. Our Administration, Learning, Wellbeing and Principal Class teams will be visible and working together with staff to support the best outcomes for students. We will open as a government Supported Inclusion School with specific places for students with an Intellectual Disability diagnosis, this unique opportunity will create a community of learners with a collective approach and commitment to building exemplary practice and pride in growth and achievement for all. Our staff will demonstrate strong values in offering Safe, Calm and Dignified educational environment. Our staff with show care, act with integrity through honesty, celebrate achievement, encourage motivation and build persistence for all students and each other. You are a MPS CHAMPion!

The founding teaching team will be integral to shaping and creating the culture, philosophy and strategic intent for our new school. Our teachers' commitment to growth, reflection and responsive behaviour with a high level ability to remain adaptable, flexible and positive in approach will be critical in forming our desired culture of learning and growth.

Our new school presents an exciting opportunity for educators to partner with all members of our community in the creation of a contemporary school that will have significant influence in future learning outcomes of the students.

Further information regarding the founding defining elements of culture, philosophy and teaching and learning approach at Murrum Primary School can be accessed by contacting Principal Sam Fleming at , Assistant Principal Wellbeing Allision Chircop or Assistant Principal Learning Kerrie Cull or the school mobile phone (school phone manned Monday to Friday 8.30am-3.30pm).

Planned and guided support provided for teachers in their first 4 years of teaching, or new to Victorian education system.

For any interested candidates please email Sam, Kerrie or Allison to receive an information pack to peruse so that you can determine if Murrum pedagogy aligns with your pedagogy.

Please submit Cover Letter, CV and SC as one PDF document.

Providing 3 professional references and their contact details (INCLUDING EMAIL ADDRESSES) in your documents as they may be contacted prior to shortlisting

Selection Criteria General Classroom Teacher

SC1 Demonstrated knowledge of the relevant curriculum, including the ability to incorporate the teaching of literacy and numeracy skills. Demonstrated experience in responding to student learning needs.

SC2 Demonstrated experience in planning for and implementing high impact teaching strategies, guided by how students learn, and evaluating the impact of learning and teaching programs on student learning growth.

SC3 Demonstrated experience in monitoring and assessing student learning. Demonstrated experience in using data to inform teaching practice and providing feedback on student learning growth and achievement to students and parents.

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

SC5 Demonstrated behaviours and attitudes consistent with Department values. Demonstrated experience in reflecting upon practice and engaging in professional learning to continually improve the quality of teaching.

SC6Demonstrated knowledge and capacity to respond to student needs and provide a safe, calm and dignified learning environment for all students.

Role The classroom teacher classification comprises two salary ranges- range 1 and range 2. The primary focus of the classroom teacher is on the planning, preparation and teaching of programs to achieve specific student outcomes. The classroom teacher engages in critical reflection and inquiry in order to improve knowledge and skills to effectively engage students and improve their learning.

As the classroom teacher gains experience his or her contribution to the school program beyond the classroom increases. All classroom teachers may be required to undertake other duties in addition to their rostered teaching duties provided the responsibility is appropriate to the salary range, qualifications, training and experience of the teacher.

Classroom teacher Range 1
The primary focus of the range 1 classroom teacher is on further developing skills and competencies to become an effective classroom practitioner with structured support and guidance from teachers at higher levels and the planning, preparation and teaching of programs to achieve specific student outcomes. These teachers teach a range of students/classes and are accountable for the effective delivery of their programs. Range 1 classroom teachers are skilled teachers who operate under general direction within clear guidelines following established work practices and documented priorities and may have responsibility for the supervision and training of one or more student teachers.

At range 1, teachers participate in the development of school policies and programs and assist in the implementation of school priorities.
The focus of a range 1 classroom teacher is on classroom management, subject content and teaching practice. New entrants to the teaching profession in their initial teaching years receive structured support, mentoring and guidance from teachers at higher levels.

Under guidance, new entrants to the teaching profession will plan and teach student groups in one or more subjects and are expected to participate in induction programs and other professional learning activities that are designed to ensure the integration of curriculum, assessment and pedagogy across the school.

Teachers at range 1 are responsible for teaching their own classes and may also assist and participate in policy development, project teams and the organisation of co curricula activities.

Classroom teacher Range 2
Range 2 classroom teachers play a significant role in assisting the school to improve student performance and educational outcomes determined by the school strategic plan and state wide priorities and contributing to the development and implementation of school policies and priorities.

A critical component of this work will focus on increasing the knowledge base of staff within their school about student learning and high quality instruction to assist their school to define quality teacher practice.

Range 2 classroom teachers will be expected to:
- Have the content knowledge and pedagogical practice to meet the diverse needs of all students
- Model exemplary classroom practice and mentor/coach other teachers in the school to engage in critical reflection of their practice and to support staff to expand their capacity
- Provide expert advice about the content, processes and strategies that will shape individual and school professional learning
- Supervise and train one or more student teachers
- Assist staff to use student data to inform teaching approaches that enable targets related to improving student learning outcomes to be achieved.

The role of classroom teacher may include but is not limited to:

• Direct teaching of groups of students and individual students;
• Contributing to the development, implementation and evaluation of a curriculum area or other curriculum program within the school;
• Undertaking other classroom teaching related and organisational duties as determined by the School Principal; . click apply for full job details