Employment at MGGS
Employment with Melbourne Girls Grammar is subject to adherence to school policies including the Staff Code of Conduct, Child Safety Policy, Child Safety Code of Conduct and MGGS Statement of Commitment to Child Safety. You need to read these before applying.
Teaching Applicants must be eligible for registration with the Victorian Institute of Teaching and must hold a current Police Check or be in the process of obtaining one, in order to work at Melbourne Girls Grammar. Professional Support Staff Applicants must hold or prior to commencing employment, be willing to obtain a current and valid Victorian Working with Children’s Check (Employee Type).
All applicants are subject to reference and identity checks, and verification of Working with Children Check Card or VIT Registration as part of the recruitment process.
All enquiries regarding employment at Melbourne Girls Grammar can be addressed to [email protected] or
please call +61 3 9862 9200.
Two fixed-term positions available (leave replacements)
About the Roles
- Fixed-term (Leave Replacement): Full year, Terms 1–4 (2026)
- Fixed-term (Leave Replacement): Three terms, Terms 1–3 (2026)
- Commencement: Term 1, 2026
- Year Levels: Prep to Year 4
Key Responsibilities:
- Plan and deliver engaging and differentiated learning experiences in line with MGGS curriculum frameworks.
- Foster students’ foundational skills in literacy and numeracy, alongside their social and emotional development.
- Create safe, inclusive, and collaborative learning environments that support diverse learners.
- Contribute to curriculum planning and team-based approaches within our Junior Years.
- Integrate digital technologies to enhance student learning.
- Uphold MGGS’s Child Safety policies and practices at all times.
About You:
- Hold current Victorian Institute of Teaching (VIT) registration or can gain VIT registration. Graduates are encouraged to apply.
- Deep understanding of curriculum requirements and best practice teaching strategies
- Skilled at building meaningful, respectful relationships with students and colleagues
- Enthusiastic about introducing innovative, student-centred teaching methods that inspire and engage
- Collaborative and creative mindset, committed to enhancing learning programs and student outcomes
Please view the Position Description for details about this role, including key responsibilities.
Ready to Apply:
To apply please submit your Resume and Cover letter, addressed to the Principal, Dr Toni E Meath.
Applications will close Monday 8 September 2025
Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis.
All applicants are subject to reference and identity checks, verification of Working with Children Check Card or VIT Registration as part of the recruitment process. The successful candidate will be required to provide documentary evidence of their qualifications and teaching experience. Documentary evidence can include but is not limited to:
- Academic Transcripts;
- Statements of Service;
- Employment Contracts
Employment with Melbourne Girls Grammar is subject to adherence to school policies including the Staff Code of Conduct, Child Safety Policy, Child Safety Code of Conduct and MGGS Statement of Commitment to Child Safety included below. You need to read these before applying.
Statement of Commitment to Child Safety
- As MGGS staff, volunteers, contractors, and any other members of our school community involved in child-connected work, we are responsible for supporting and promoting the safety of children.
- We are committed to the safety, participation and empowerment and protecting of all children / students in our care and adhering to our Child Safety Policy.
- We are committed to providing a child-safe and child-friendly environment, where children and young people are safe and feel safe and are able to actively participate in decisions that affect their lives.
- We have zero tolerance of child abuse and are committed to the protection of children from all forms of child abuse and all allegations and safety concerns will be treated very seriously and consistently with our robust policies and procedures. Our policies and procedures will provide the name and contact details of staff who have specific responsibilities in relation to child safety and who may receive reports of suspicion of child abuse. Child abuse includes sexual offences, grooming, physical violence, serious emotional or psychological harm, serious neglect and a child’s exposure to family violence.
- We have legal and moral obligations to contact authorities when we are worried about a child’s safety, which we follow rigorously.
- We are committed to preventing child abuse, identifying risks early and removing and reducing these risks.
- We have robust human resources and recruitment practices for all staff and volunteers.
- We are committed to regularly training and educating our staff and volunteers on child abuse risks. We support and respect all children, as well as our staff and volunteers.
- We are committed to the emotional, physical and cultural safety of all children and to providing a safe environment for their learning.
- We are committed to promoting the cultural safety and participation of Indigenous children, young people and their families.
- We have specific policies, procedures and training in place that support our leadership team, staff and volunteers to achieve these commitments.
