Secondary Teacher of English

The Role

A highly skilled and innovative Secondary Teacher of English is sought for a full-time fixed-term position. This position involves teaching Middle School boys (Years 7 to 10) and VCE English (coeducational). 

Experience teaching English at VCE level is beneficial.

Based at the Keilor East campus, this position is required for Terms Three and Four, from 21 July 2025 to 12 December 2025, with potential for future work opportunities. 

Applicants who are interested in full-time and part-time opportunities are invited to apply and will be considered. 

The successful candidate will demonstrate they are:

• An outstanding and inspiring classroom teacher;
• Knowledgeable in teaching English and in current pedagogical thinking;
• Committed to student care and wellbeing; and
• Committed to delivering a high-quality programme.

The School

Penleigh and Essendon Grammar School has over 3,000 students from K-12 at campuses in Moonee Ponds, Essendon and Keilor East. We have outstanding staff, facilities and programmes to enhance student wellbeing and learning and develop creative, caring and critical thinkers.

The School provides a diamond education, with a co-educational Kindergarten programme, single-sex education at the Junior Schools and Middle Schools from Years 7 to 10 and co-education at the Larkin Centre (Years 11 to 12).

PEGS promotes the safety, wellbeing and participation of all students, including supporting children from culturally diverse backgrounds and those with individual needs.

Benefits

• A collaborative team environment
• Excellent facilities and resources
• Competitive salary and salary packaging
• Access to an Employee Assistance Program

VIT registration, a current criminal record check and eligibility to work in Australia are required for this role.

To Apply

Apply now to join a school community that will inspire, challenge and reward you, so you can impart this to the next generation.

Please provide a letter of application, resume and the names of at least two referees to Simone Fisher, Director of Human Resources via the link below.

Please see the position description for further details.

Applications are due as soon as possible. 

Click here to watch our welcome video and find out more about the school.

Penleigh and Essendon Grammar School is committed to Equal Employment Opportunity principles and understands the importance of diversity and inclusion. We welcome applications from all people regardless of age, gender, ethnicity, cultural background, disability, or sexual orientation.