Classroom Teacher
Employment
Full time, Fixed term
Subject
General Teaching
Sector
Government
Teaching level
Primary
Closing date
20 October 2026
Posted 11 Oct 2026
Details look wrong? Report an errorAbout Mount Pleasant Primary School
School type
Co-educational
Year range
Prep-6
School staff (FTE)
17.1
9.6 teaching · 7.5 non-teaching
Students per teacher
13.4:1
teaching FTE basis
Total enrolments
129
Indigenous students
13%
Language other than English
9%
Girls vs boys
64 girls · 65 boys
Socio-educational background
Around the Australian average
Source: ACARA My School data
Role description
Location Profile
Nestled three kilometres southeast of Ballarat¿s historic post office, Mount Pleasant Primary School is a vibrant, inclusive school dedicated to fostering excellence in Learning and Wellbeing. Guided by our core values¿Respect, Responsibility, and Resilience¿we empower students to thrive in our positive and supportive school community.
At Mount Pleasant, Learning is the foundation of our success. We cultivate a culture where every student succeeds, supported by expert teaching practices that are collaborative, sustainable, and informed by strong, evidence-based approaches. Through high-impact instruction in Reading, Writing, Numeracy, and Wellbeing, we equip students with essential knowledge, skills, and mindsets for lifelong success. Our educators embrace explicit teaching, structured literacy, and targeted interventions, ensuring learning is highly engaging, inclusive, and responsive to individual needs. Specialist programs in Visual Arts, Performing Arts, Music, PE, and Chinese further enrich the curriculum, fostering creativity, critical thinking, and global awareness. With a commitment to continuous improvement and professional growth, our teaching team drives excellence, ensuring every student is empowered to reach their full potential.
Equally, Wellbeing is fundamental to our school culture, ensuring every student feels safe, valued, and empowered to thrive. Our staff genuinely care for each child, creating a nurturing environment where every voice is heard, respected, and supported. We embrace a proactive, whole-school approach to mental health and wel…