At Rossbourne School, we are committed to creating a safe and inclusive environment for all students and staff.
We uphold a zero-tolerance policy for child abuse and comply with Child Safety Standards as outlined in Ministerial Order No 1359 (2020).
We seek applications from innovative, ethical, and dedicated professionals who align with our mission and values.
A collaborative and inclusive professional environment
Ongoing learning and development opportunities
A dedicated team passionate about student growth
A strong values-driven culture
Rossbourne School is an equal opportunity employer, and all applications are treated with strict confidentiality.
Your application should include:
To be eligible for employment, all staff must:
Rossbourne School exists to enhance the lifechances of all its students by embracing neurodiversity, developing personalised learning experiences and supporting our young people to achieve a sense of belonging, co-operation and success. We currently have an enrolment ofapproximately 150 students.
For nearly six decades, Rossbourne School hasmaintained an exceptional reputation for its care, flexibility, and high expectation of its students. The community at Rossbourne, is small but strong and the level of support among students, parents and staff is extraordinary.
The position would suit an individual who is looking to contribute their experience and skills within a purpose driven organisation, with a nurturing and unique culture and legacy.
Reporting to the Deputy Principal through theSchool Section Leader, you will be responsible for:
• Creating a nurturing and ordered learning environment which is learner centred, supportive, cooperative and aligned with relevant curriculum policies, documents and practices.
• Pastoral care by providing guidance and support to assist students develop socially and emotionally and support their understanding of ethical behaviour, especially those aligned toRossbourne's values.
• Designing engaging classroom activities and differentiated lessons so that all students may access the curriculum and benefit from the educational experience.
• Creating a classroom environment conducive to learning and appropriate for the physical, social, and emotional development of students.
• Encouraging and promoting an educational/wellbeing partnership with parents, providing feedback, relevant strategies supporting learning and change, an explanation of curriculum intentions and general support and recommendations to parent actively contributing to a broad range of school activities and a capacity to reflect on, evaluate and improve professional knowledge and practice at an individual, team and school level.
• Qualified Teacher Status (VITRegistration)
• A degree consistent with the position description.
• Post Graduate Special Education qualification desirable.
• Familiarity with VM and VPC desirable.
• Knowledge of Special Education principles, theories and assessment.
• Knowledge of differentiated instruction.
• Familiarity with contemporary teaching practice specifically for neurodiverse students.
• Highly developed communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to build effective relationships with students, parents and other key stakeholders.
• Excellent organisational and time management skills with the ability to prioritise workload and pivot, when required.
• Sound ITC skills and proficiency with the Microsoft suite of applications.
A copy of the position description is available below.
For further information, please contact ElleMcFarlane at Rossbourne School on (03)9819 4611 or apply now by email to mcfare@rossbourne.vic.edu.au
Please include a cover letter addressing yoursuitability for the role and your Curriculum Vitae detailing your qualifications and experience.
Applications close at 4:00pm, Wednesday 18 March2026.
Beginning of Term 2 2026 (Flexible)
This organisation promotes the safety, wellbeing and inclusion of all children, including those with a disability, those from culturally and/or linguistically diverse backgrounds and Aboriginal children. Rossbourne School encourages applications from culturally and/or linguistically diverse background and Aboriginal peoples.
Rossbourne School is a child safe environment. To view the school's Child Safety Policy go to: www.rossbourne.vic.edu.au/about/our-school/our-policies
