Classroom Teacher
Employment
Full time, Fixed term
Subject
General Teaching
Sector
Government
Teaching level
Primary
Closing date
26 October 2026
Posted 18 Oct 2026
Details look wrong? Report an errorAbout Old Orchard Primary School
School type
Co-educational
Year range
Prep-6
School staff (FTE)
36.3
26.8 teaching · 9.5 non-teaching
Students per teacher
16.5:1
teaching FTE basis
Total enrolments
441
Language other than English
38%
Girls vs boys
223 girls · 218 boys
Socio-educational background
Well above the Australian average
Source: ACARA My School data
Role description
Location Profile
Old Orchard Primary School is a high performing school situated in Blackburn North in the eastern suburbs of Melbourne. Our anticipated enrolment in 2027 is approximately 400 students. We have become a school of choice for many families, who recognise and value our:
strong sense of community and commitment to providing a nurturing and supportive learning environment
high standards and expectations of all students
commitment to both student wellbeing and academic achievement.
We deliver an innovative, engaging and rigorous teaching and learning program which reflects the Victorian Curriculum and the VTLM 2.0, with the acquisition of high-level literacy and numeracy skills a major priority. Throughout 2026, we engaged in a range of professional learning opportunities, including work with Bronwyn Ryrie Jones and Narrisa Leung, with a particular focus on explicit teaching, effective modelling and evidence-informed practices. We deliver curriculum utilising Multi-Tiered Systems of Support (MTSS), ensuring that teaching and learning is responsive to the needs of our diverse learners. Through the implementation of VTLM 2.0 and MTSS, we continue to strengthen a culture of high expectations, inclusion and continuous improvement.
Engaging and diverse specialist programs are offered in STEM, Music / Performing Arts, Visual Arts, Physical Education and Mandarin. Many of our extra-curricular programs are linked to the specialist programs and provide genuine enrichment opportunities for our students. Access to iPads and other technology is provided throughout the school w…