VCE English Teacher

St Catherine's School · Toorak, VIC

Employment

Full time, Permanent

Subject

English

Sector

Independent

Teaching level

Secondary

Posted 14 Sep 2026

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About St Catherine's School

Year range

Prep-12

School staff (FTE)

122.8

83.7 teaching · 39.1 non-teaching

Students per teacher

8.2:1

teaching FTE basis

Total enrolments

685

Language other than English

27%

Girls vs boys

685 girls · boys

100%

Socio-educational background

Well above the Australian average

More disadvantage Average More advantage

Source: ACARA My School data

Role description

  • Full-time ongoing position
  • High performing independent girls' school
  • Commencing Term 1, 2027

About the Role

As we continue to build upon our success, an exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced and enthusiastic VCE English Teacher to join our School community in a full-time, ongoing capacity, commencing at the start of the 2027 academic school year.

In this key role, reporting to the Head of English, the successful candidate will inspire students' love for English through engaging, analytical, and inquiry-based lessons that foster critical thinking, creativity, and a deep appreciation of literature and language.

As a valued member of St Catherine’s School, all staff are expected to uphold and embody the School’s strategic vision, values, and traditions, while contributing to the development of a Culture of Thinking.

To be successful in this opportunity you will require:

  • Current VIT Registration.
  • Previous experience teaching English across years 7 - 12
  • VCE experience essential.
  • A current knowledge of Australian Curriculum imperatives as they impact on English.
  • Knowledge of contemporary pedagogy and willingness to embrace the St Catherine’s Teaching for Thinking culture.
  • Well-developed classroom management strategies which enhance student engagement and outcomes.
  • An active supporter of and contributor to a collegial work environment.
  • Demonstrated innovative use of ICT to enrich learning.
  • Willingness to uphold the ethos and values of the School at all times.

Why work for us?

  • Fantastic opportunity to work in a highly regarded independent school in Toorak.
  • Integrated prof…

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