Current Opportunities

Melbourne Girls Grammar School seeks an experienced Outdoor Education specialist to design, plan, and manage an innovative, holistic, and enriching outdoor education program and experiences.

This is a new position which will be responsible for providing leadership to scope and sequence experiential learning in outdoor environments for prep to Year 12. The program will include integrated year level experiences and activities, as well as opt-in opportunities.

The Head of Outdoor Education will have significant experience in outdoor education and a genuine passion for personal growth and wellbeing, as well as excellent leadership, intrapersonal, interpersonal and communication skills.

Key responsibilities include but are not limited to:

• Designing, planning, and managing an innovative, holistic, and enriching outdoor education program.
• Collaborate with key stakeholders to ensure operational excellence.
• Designing, planning, and managing opt-in activities and experiences.
• Coordinating all logistics associated with the programming, planning, and running of outdoor activities.
• Conducting end-to-end internal recruitment of staff for camps and activities.
• Providing leadership, role modelling, and care for all staff and students.
• Communication relating to the Outdoor Education program, experiences, and activities.
• Working with the Risk and Compliance Manager and Artemis Operations Manager to develop, implement, and review risk assessment portfolio.
• Developing the annual Strategic Plan for Outdoor Education.
• Leading a comprehensive annual review process and report.
• In cooperation with MGGS Executive Team, plan the scope and sequence of year level camp, on-site and off-site experiences and activities.

The successful candidate will possess the following skills and experience:

• Appropriate Outdoor Education qualifications and Teaching qualifications.
• Current Registration with the Victorian Institute of Teaching.
• Current HLTAID011 PFA and HLTAID009 CPR Qualifications.
• Current Registration with the Victorian Institute of Teaching (VIT)
• Current Victorian Driver’s License. Extensive experience in the specific fields of bushwalking, cross-country skiing.
• A sound working knowledge of and familiarity with the Victorian Alps and the North-East Alpine Region.
• Management experience.
• High level decision making and organisational skills with ability to manage the logistics of a diverse range of activities, projects, and people concurrently.
• Effective financial and resource management skills.

Employment with Melbourne Girls Grammar is subject to school policies including the Child Safety Policy, Child Safety Code of Conduct and Child Safety Statement as listed below.

MGGS Statement of Commitment to Child Safety

• As MGGS staff, volunteers, contractors, and any other members of our school community involved in child-connected work, we are responsible for supporting and promoting the safety of children.
• We are committed to the safety, participation and empowerment and protecting of all children / students in our care and adhering to our Child Safety Policy.
• We are committed to providing a child-safe and child-friendly environment, where children and young people are safe and feel safe and are able to actively participate in decisions that affect their lives.
• We have zero tolerance of child abuse and are committed to the protection of children from all forms of child abuse and all allegations and safety concerns will be treated very seriously and consistently with our robust policies and procedures. Our policies and procedures will provide the name and contact details of staff who have specific responsibilities in relation to child safety and who may receive reports of suspicion of child abuse. Child abuse includes sexual offences, grooming, physical violence, serious emotional or psychological harm, serious neglect and a child’s exposure to family violence.
• We have legal and moral obligations to contact authorities when we are worried about a child’s safety, which we follow rigorously.
• We are committed to preventing child abuse, identifying risks early and removing and reducing these risks.
• We have robust human resources and recruitment practices for all staff and volunteers.
• We are committed to regularly training and educating our staff and volunteers on child abuse risks. We support and respect all children, as well as our staff and volunteers.
• We are committed to the emotional, physical and cultural safety of all children and to providing a safe environment for their learning.
• We are committed to promoting the cultural safety and participation of Indigenous children, young people and their families.
• We have specific policies, procedures and training in place that support our leadership team, staff and volunteers to achieve these commitments.

How to Apply
Applicants must hold or prior to commencing employment or be willing to obtain a current and valid Victorian Working with Children’s Check or VIT Registration.

Applications close: 9.00am Friday 26 August 2022.

Applications must include a covering letter, resume and a completed employment application form including the details of 3 referees. Please forward your application via email and addressed to:

The Principal

Dr Toni E. Meath
Melbourne Girls Grammar
86 Anderson Street
SOUTH YARRA VIC 3141
Employment@mggs.vic.edu.au

Position Description
Employment Application Form

Melbourne Girls Grammar is seeking an experienced and motivated Financial Controller to join our Business Services team on a part time basis (0.80 FTE). The Financial Controller works closely with the CFO to ensure that all financial, governance, legal, compliance, industrial relations and other business functions of the School are dealt with efficiently and appropriately and in accordance with the direction of the Principal, School Council, relevant stakeholders and any other applicable regulatory bodies.

The Financial Controller is responsible for assisting the CFO in overseeing the day-to-day operations, management, and administration of financial matters of the School. In fulfilling these responsibilities, the Financial Controller is assisted by the Business Services team.

This role is part of a job share with another part-time Financial Controller and requires diligent record-keeping, detailed communication and close collaboration.

Key responsibilities include but are not limited to:

• Assisting the CFO with the strategic direction of the business function.
• Ensuring proper accounting in accordance with Australian accounting standards.
• Maintaining accounting records and internal controls at best practice levels.
• Preparing all monthly financial and associated management reports.
• Advising the CFO in relation to financial management of the School.
• Monitoring, coaching and assisting financial administrative staff.
• Managing and co-ordinating documentation and transactions to support financial statements and audit requirements.
• Assisting the CFO with required Government Reporting.
• Co-ordinating and managing the development of annual budgets in consultation with key stakeholders.
• Assisting the CFO in determining team resource requirements.
• Reviewing and approving weekly pay run.
• Assisting with the management of parent enquiries and problematic debtors.

The successful candidate will possess the following qualifications and experience:

• Accounting tertiary qualification
• CA or CPA qualification
• Experience with a range of compliance and accountability measures
• Current Victorian (Employee) Working with Children’s Check
• Current Police Check (no more than 4 weeks old) or willingness to obtain.

Employment with Melbourne Girls Grammar is subject to school policies including the Child Safety Policy, Child Safety Code of Conduct and Child Safety Statement as listed below.

MGGS Statement of Commitment to Child Safety

• As MGGS staff, volunteers, contractors, and any other members of our school community involved in child-connected work, we are responsible for supporting and promoting the safety of children.
• We are committed to the safety, participation and empowerment and protecting of all children / students in our care and adhering to our Child Safety Policy.
• We are committed to providing a child-safe and child-friendly environment, where children and young people are safe and feel safe and are able to actively participate in decisions that affect their lives.
• We have zero tolerance of child abuse and are committed to the protection of children from all forms of child abuse and all allegations and safety concerns will be treated very seriously and consistently with our robust policies and procedures. Our policies and procedures will provide the name and contact details of staff who have specific responsibilities in relation to child safety and who may receive reports of suspicion of child abuse. Child abuse includes sexual offences, grooming, physical violence, serious emotional or psychological harm, serious neglect and a child’s exposure to family violence.
• We have legal and moral obligations to contact authorities when we are worried about a child’s safety, which we follow rigorously.
• We are committed to preventing child abuse, identifying risks early and removing and reducing these risks.
• We have robust human resources and recruitment practices for all staff and volunteers.
• We are committed to regularly training and educating our staff and volunteers on child abuse risks. We support and respect all children, as well as our staff and volunteers.
• We are committed to the emotional, physical and cultural safety of all children and to providing a safe environment for their learning.
• We are committed to promoting the cultural safety and participation of Indigenous children, young people and their families.
• We have specific policies, procedures and training in place that support our leadership team, staff and volunteers to achieve these commitments.

How to Apply

Applicants must hold or prior to commencing employment, be willing to obtain a current and valid Victorian Working with Children’s Check (Employee Type).

Applications close: 9.00am Friday 26 August 2022.

Applications must include a covering letter, resume and a completed employment application form including the details of 3 referees. Please forward your application via email and addressed to:

The Principal

Dr Toni E. Meath
Melbourne Girls Grammar
86 Anderson Street
SOUTH YARRA VIC 3141
Employment@mggs.vic.edu.au

Position Description
Employment Application Form

Continuing its tradition for excellence in the education of girls, Melbourne Girls Grammar is seeking a knowledgeable, innovative and engaging educator to join the collaborative team in our STEM Faculty. This position is fixed term for the 2023 Academic year.

The successful applicant must be experienced in teaching VCE Physics and have a strong background in scientific inquiry and research processes with willingness to teach across the Years 5 – 10 Science Program.

You will be an excellent and innovative classroom practitioner with a capacity to provide a technology enriched learning experience and disposition for collaboration at both a department and program level. You will have a talent for curriculum design and an understanding of targeted feedback and the importance of designing complex and high quality formative and summative assessment experiences.

The successful candidate is dynamic and passionate teacher of Science and enjoys working closely with colleagues to develop curriculum and teaching strategies. We value candidates with excellent interpersonal skills and a collaborative disposition who prioritise the relationships they build with their students and colleagues. The ability to maintain a positive and encouraging approach congruent with the values of the School is essential.

Knowledge and implementation of a variety of online and multimedia programs to support student learning is highly desirable. The notebook computer and our LMS are an integral part of the teaching and learning process at our School and it is expected that you will demonstrate a willingness and capacity to implement a blended learning pedagogical framework which incorporates their use.

Employment with Melbourne Girls Grammar is subject to adherence to school policies including the Child Safety Policy, Child Safety Code of Conduct and Child Safety Statement as listed below.

Statement of Commitment to Child Safety

• As MGGS staff, volunteers, contractors, and any other members of our school community involved in child-connected work, we are responsible for supporting and promoting the safety of children.
• We are committed to the safety, participation and empowerment and protecting of all children / students in our care and adhering to our Child Safety Policy.
• We are committed to providing a child-safe and child-friendly environment, where children and young people are safe and feel safe and are able to actively participate in decisions that affect their lives.
• We have zero tolerance of child abuse and are committed to the protection of children from all forms of child abuse and all allegations and safety concerns will be treated very seriously and consistently with our robust policies and procedures. Our policies and procedures will provide the name and contact details of staff who have specific responsibilities in relation to child safety and who may receive reports of suspicion of child abuse. Child abuse includes sexual offences, grooming, physical violence, serious emotional or psychological harm, serious neglect and a child’s exposure to family violence.
• We have legal and moral obligations to contact authorities when we are worried about a child’s safety, which we follow rigorously.
• We are committed to preventing child abuse, identifying risks early and removing and reducing these risks.
• We have robust human resources and recruitment practices for all staff and volunteers.
• We are committed to regularly training and educating our staff and volunteers on child abuse risks. We support and respect all children, as well as our staff and volunteers.
• We are committed to the emotional, physical and cultural safety of all children and to providing a safe environment for their learning.
• We are committed to promoting the cultural safety and participation of Indigenous children, young people and their families.
• We have specific policies, procedures and training in place that support our leadership team, staff and volunteers to achieve these commitments.

How to Apply

Applicants must be eligible for registration with the Victorian Institute of Teaching and must hold a current Police Check or be in the process of obtaining one, in order to work at Melbourne Girls Grammar.  All applicants are subject to reference and identity checks, verification of Working with Children Check Card or VIT Registration as part of the recruitment process.

Applications close strictly 9.00am, Friday 19 August 2022

Applications must include a covering letter, resume and a completed employment application form including the details of three referees. Please forward your application via email and addressed to:

The Principal
Dr Toni E. Meath
Melbourne Girls Grammar
86 Anderson Street
SOUTH YARRA VIC 3141
employment@mggs.vic.edu.au

Position Description
Employment Application Form

We seek a knowledgeable, innovative and engaging educator to join the collaborative team in our STEM Faculty. This position is fixed term for the 2023 Academic year.

You are passionate about the future for young people, you believe in every student’s capacity to achieve at a high level and have a demonstrated capacity to engage and motivate students. You have a talent for curriculum design and an understanding of targeted feedback and the importance of designing complex and high quality formative and summative assessments.

The successful applicant must be experienced in teaching General Science and have a strong background in scientific inquiry and research processes with willingness to teach across the Years 5 – 10 Science Program.

You will be an excellent and innovative classroom practitioner with a capacity to provide a technology enriched learning experience and disposition for collaboration at both a department and program level.

The successful candidate is dynamic and passionate teacher of Science and enjoys working closely with colleagues to develop curriculum and teaching strategies. We value candidates with excellent interpersonal skills and a collaborative disposition who prioritise the relationships they build with their students and colleagues. The ability to maintain a positive and encouraging approach congruent with the values of the School is essential.

Knowledge and implementation of a variety of online and multimedia programs to support student learning is highly desirable. The notebook computer and our LMS are an integral part of the teaching and learning process at our School and it is expected that you will demonstrate a willingness and capacity to implement a blended learning pedagogical framework which incorporates their use.

Employment with Melbourne Girls Grammar is subject to adherence to school policies including the Child Safety Policy, Child Safety Code of Conduct and Child Safety Statement as listed below.

Statement of Commitment to Child Safety

• As MGGS staff, volunteers, contractors, and any other members of our school community involved in child-connected work, we are responsible for supporting and promoting the safety of children.
• We are committed to the safety, participation and empowerment and protecting of all children / students in our care and adhering to our Child Safety Policy.
• We are committed to providing a child-safe and child-friendly environment, where children and young people are safe and feel safe and are able to actively participate in decisions that affect their lives.
• We have zero tolerance of child abuse and are committed to the protection of children from all forms of child abuse and all allegations and safety concerns will be treated very seriously and consistently with our robust policies and procedures. Our policies and procedures will provide the name and contact details of staff who have specific responsibilities in relation to child safety and who may receive reports of suspicion of child abuse. Child abuse includes sexual offences, grooming, physical violence, serious emotional or psychological harm, serious neglect and a child’s exposure to family violence.
• We have legal and moral obligations to contact authorities when we are worried about a child’s safety, which we follow rigorously.
• We are committed to preventing child abuse, identifying risks early and removing and reducing these risks.
• We have robust human resources and recruitment practices for all staff and volunteers.
• We are committed to regularly training and educating our staff and volunteers on child abuse risks. We support and respect all children, as well as our staff and volunteers.
• We are committed to the emotional, physical and cultural safety of all children and to providing a safe environment for their learning.
• We are committed to promoting the cultural safety and participation of Indigenous children, young people and their families.
• We have specific policies, procedures and training in place that support our leadership team, staff and volunteers to achieve these commitments.

How to Apply

Applicants must be eligible for registration with the Victorian Institute of Teaching and must hold a current Police Check or be in the process of obtaining one, in order to work at Melbourne Girls Grammar.  All applicants are subject to reference and identity checks, verification of Working with Children Check Card or VIT Registration as part of the recruitment process.

Applications 9.00am, Friday 19 August 2022

Applications must include a covering letter, resume and a completed employment application form including the details of three referees. Please forward your application via email and addressed to:

The Principal
Dr Toni E. Meath
Melbourne Girls Grammar
86 Anderson Street
SOUTH YARRA VIC 3141
employment@mggs.vic.edu.au

Position Description
Employment Application Form

Melbourne Girls Grammar is seeking a knowledgeable, innovative and engaging educator to join the collaborative team in our Humanities Faculty for the 2023 Academic Year.

The successful candidate will be passionate about the future for young people, and able to engage and motivate students to think critically through an understanding and contextualising of national and global situations with a depth of intercultural awareness. We value candidates with excellent interpersonal skills and a collaborative disposition who prioritise the relationships they build with their students and colleagues. The ability to maintain a positive and encouraging approach that is congruent with the values of the School is essential.

This role will be required to teach a mix of Business Management and Economics and/or Accounting subjects.

Candidates should be excellent and innovative classroom practitioners with a capacity to provide technology enriched learning experiences. A disposition for collaboration at both a department and program level and an understanding of targeted feedback and the importance of designing complex and high quality formative and summative assessment experiences are integral to the role.

The notebook computer and our LMS are an integral part of the teaching and learning process at our School and it is expected teaching and learning will incorporate their use along with other technologies available to you. Knowledge and implementation of a variety of online and multimedia programs to support student learning is highly desirable.

Employment with Melbourne Girls Grammar is subject to adherence to school policies including the Child Safety Policy, Child Safety Code of Conduct and Child Safety Statement as listed below.

Statement of Commitment to Child Safety

• As MGGS staff, volunteers, contractors, and any other members of our school community involved in child-connected work, we are responsible for supporting and promoting the safety of children.
• We are committed to the safety, participation and empowerment and protecting of all children / students in our care and adhering to our Child Safety Policy.
• We are committed to providing a child-safe and child-friendly environment, where children and young people are safe and feel safe and are able to actively participate in decisions that affect their lives.
• We have zero tolerance of child abuse and are committed to the protection of children from all forms of child abuse and all allegations and safety concerns will be treated very seriously and consistently with our robust policies and procedures. Our policies and procedures will provide the name and contact details of staff who have specific responsibilities in relation to child safety and who may receive reports of suspicion of child abuse. Child abuse includes sexual offences, grooming, physical violence, serious emotional or psychological harm, serious neglect and a child’s exposure to family violence.
• We have legal and moral obligations to contact authorities when we are worried about a child’s safety, which we follow rigorously.
• We are committed to preventing child abuse, identifying risks early and removing and reducing these risks.
• We have robust human resources and recruitment practices for all staff and volunteers.
• We are committed to regularly training and educating our staff and volunteers on child abuse risks. We support and respect all children, as well as our staff and volunteers.
• We are committed to the emotional, physical and cultural safety of all children and to providing a safe environment for their learning.
• We are committed to promoting the cultural safety and participation of Indigenous children, young people and their families.
• We have specific policies, procedures and training in place that support our leadership team, staff and volunteers to achieve these commitments.

How to Apply

Applicants must be eligible for registration with the Victorian Institute of Teaching and must hold a current Police Check or be in the process of obtaining one, in order to work at Melbourne Girls Grammar.

Applications close strictly 9.00am, Friday 19 August 2022

Applications must include a covering letter, resume and a completed employment application form including the details of three referees. Please forward your application via email and addressed to:

The Principal
Dr Toni E. Meath
Melbourne Girls Grammar
86 Anderson Street
SOUTH YARRA VIC 3141
employment@mggs.vic.edu.au

Position Description
Employment Application Form

The Junior Years Program integrates academic learning with social development, positive relationships and an understanding of personal responsibility. Our curriculum is rich and diverse with a strong emphasis on literacy and numeracy, developing fundamental skills for life. Our Learning Studios are flexible, learning spaces designed for the 21 century learner.

We are seeking a committed and passionate educator who will play a vital role in creating flexible and engaging learning environments. You will have expertise in Numeracy and Literacy and an ability to lead curriculum planning with a desire to promote contemporary and dynamic learning for Prep to Year 6 classes. Team work is an essential element of working in our collaborative studios.

This position is fixed term for the 2023 Academic year replacing a staff member taking leave.

The successful candidate will possess a deep understanding of contemporary pedagogical approaches for Primary Years learners, experience in developing Curriculum and enjoy working with colleagues to create productive learning environments that engage all students.

The notebook computer and our LMS are an integral part of the teaching and learning process at our School and it is expected teaching and learning will incorporate their use along with other technologies available to you. Knowledge and implementation of a variety of online and multimedia programs to support student learning is critical. Talented and high potential early career stage teachers are encouraged to apply.

Employment with Melbourne Girls Grammar is subject to adherence to school policies including the Child Safety Policy, Child Safety Code of Conduct and Child Safety Statement as listed below.

Statement of Commitment to Child Safety

• As MGGS staff, volunteers, contractors, and any other members of our school community involved in child-connected work, we are responsible for supporting and promoting the safety of children.
• We are committed to the safety, participation and empowerment and protecting of all children / students in our care and adhering to our Child Safety Policy.
• We are committed to providing a child-safe and child-friendly environment, where children and young people are safe and feel safe and are able to actively participate in decisions that affect their lives.
• We have zero tolerance of child abuse and are committed to the protection of children from all forms of child abuse and all allegations and safety concerns will be treated very seriously and consistently with our robust policies and procedures. Our policies and procedures will provide the name and contact details of staff who have specific responsibilities in relation to child safety and who may receive reports of suspicion of child abuse. Child abuse includes sexual offences, grooming, physical violence, serious emotional or psychological harm, serious neglect and a child’s exposure to family violence.
• We have legal and moral obligations to contact authorities when we are worried about a child’s safety, which we follow rigorously.
• We are committed to preventing child abuse, identifying risks early and removing and reducing these risks.
• We have robust human resources and recruitment practices for all staff and volunteers.
• We are committed to regularly training and educating our staff and volunteers on child abuse risks. We support and respect all children, as well as our staff and volunteers.
• We are committed to the emotional, physical and cultural safety of all children and to providing a safe environment for their learning.
• We are committed to promoting the cultural safety and participation of Indigenous children, young people and their families.
• We have specific policies, procedures and training in place that support our leadership team, staff and volunteers to achieve these commitments.

How to Apply

Applicants must be eligible for registration with the Victorian Institute of Teaching and must hold a current Police Check or be in the process of obtaining one, in order to work at Melbourne Girls Grammar.  All applicants are subject to reference and identity checks, verification of Working with Children Check Card or VIT Registration as part of the recruitment process.

Applications close strictly 9.00am, Friday 19 August 2022

Applications must include a covering letter, resume and a completed employment application form including the details of 3 referees. Please forward your application via email and addressed to:

The Principal
Dr Toni E. Meath
Melbourne Girls Grammar
86 Anderson Street
SOUTH YARRA VIC 3141
employment@mggs.vic.edu.au

Position Description
Employment Application Form

MGGS is seeking a knowledgeable, innovative and engaging educator to join the collaborative teams in our Mathematics Department.

You are passionate about the future for young people, you believe in every student’s capacity to achieve at a high level and have a demonstrated capacity to engage and motivate students. You have a talent for curriculum design and an understanding of targeted feedback and the importance of designing complex and high quality formative and summative assessments.

The successful candidate will be a dynamic and passionate Teacher of Mathematics, who enjoys working closely with colleagues to develop curriculum and teaching strategies, and who brings expertise and experience in middle and senior years Mathematics. MGGS values candidates with excellent interpersonal skills, who prioritise the relationships they build with their students and colleagues. The ability to maintain a positive and encouraging approach that is aligned with the values of the School is essential.

The successful candidate will be required to teach across Years 7 to 10. Familiarity with and confidence in the implementation of the VCE Further Mathematics and Mathematical Methods study design is desirable.

Proficiency in the use of ICT to enhance the learning process, and a willingness and capacity to implement a blended learning pedagogical framework are essential. The notebook computer, CAS technologies and our LMS are integral to the teaching and learning process at MGGS and it is expected that teaching and learning will incorporate their use along with other technologies available to you.

Employment with Melbourne Girls Grammar is subject to adherence to school policies including the Child Safety Policy, Child Safety Code of Conduct and Child Safety Statement as listed below.

Statement of Commitment to Child Safety

• As MGGS staff, volunteers, contractors, and any other members of our school community involved in child-connected work, we are responsible for supporting and promoting the safety of children.
• We are committed to the safety, participation and empowerment and protecting of all children / students in our care and adhering to our Child Safety Policy.
• We are committed to providing a child-safe and child-friendly environment, where children and young people are safe and feel safe and are able to actively participate in decisions that affect their lives.
• We have zero tolerance of child abuse and are committed to the protection of children from all forms of child abuse and all allegations and safety concerns will be treated very seriously and consistently with our robust policies and procedures. Our policies and procedures will provide the name and contact details of staff who have specific responsibilities in relation to child safety and who may receive reports of suspicion of child abuse. Child abuse includes sexual offences, grooming, physical violence, serious emotional or psychological harm, serious neglect and a child’s exposure to family violence.
• We have legal and moral obligations to contact authorities when we are worried about a child’s safety, which we follow rigorously.
• We are committed to preventing child abuse, identifying risks early and removing and reducing these risks.
• We have robust human resources and recruitment practices for all staff and volunteers.
• We are committed to regularly training and educating our staff and volunteers on child abuse risks. We support and respect all children, as well as our staff and volunteers.
• We are committed to the emotional, physical and cultural safety of all children and to providing a safe environment for their learning.
• We are committed to promoting the cultural safety and participation of Indigenous children, young people and their families.
• We have specific policies, procedures and training in place that support our leadership team, staff and volunteers to achieve these commitments.

How to Apply

 Applicants must be eligible for registration with the Victorian Institute of Teaching and must hold a current Police Check or be in the process of obtaining one, in order to work at Melbourne Girls Grammar.

 Applications close: 9.00am Friday 19 August 2022

Applications must include a covering letter, resume and a completed employment application form including the details of three referees. Please forward your application via email and addressed to:

The Principal
Dr Toni E. Meath
Melbourne Girls Grammar
86 Anderson Street
SOUTH YARRA VIC 3141
employment@mggs.vic.edu.au

Position Description
Employment Application Form

Melbourne Girls Grammar is seeking an experienced Teacher of Health and Physical Education with a strong passion for health, fitness and wellbeing to embrace a one year fixed term position within the Health and Physical Education Faculty. The teaching allocation for this position is full time.

The successful candidate will be appropriately qualified possess a deep understanding of contemporary pedagogical approaches for Middle and Senior Years and enjoy working collaboratively with colleagues to create productive learning environments that engage all students. You bring a growth mindset and embody a love for learning. This role will require you to  teach Years 5-6 Physical Education, Years 7-8 Health and Physical Education and Year 9 Health.

You are passionate about the future for young people, you believe in every student’s capacity to achieve at a high level and have a demonstrated capacity to engage and motivate students. You have a talent for curriculum design and an understanding of targeted feedback and the importance of designing complex and high quality formative and summative assessments.

You will have an interest and passion for student wellbeing with the ability to build rapport and relationships with students that are respectful, rigorous and  encouraging along with strong classroom management skills. You are skilled at  providing an inclusive classroom that caters  for different learning styles through differentiation and personalisation of learning.

The notebook computer and our LMS are an integral part of the teaching and learning process at our School and it is expected teaching and learning will incorporate their use along with other technologies available to you. Knowledge and implementation of a variety of online and multimedia programs to support student learning is highly desirable. Talented and high potential early career stage teachers are encouraged to apply.

This position is located in the Merton Hall Senior School Campus at 86 Anderson Street in South Yarra. The role is full time and the salary is as per Schedule 1 – Teacher Rates of Pay of the MGGS Enterprise Agreement 2020. The salary range is between $81,075 and $120,984 plus superannuation.

Employment with Melbourne Girls Grammar is subject to adherence to school policies including the Child Safety Policy, Child Safety Code of Conduct and Child Safety Statement as listed below.

Statement of Commitment to Child Safety

• As MGGS staff, volunteers, contractors, and any other members of our school community involved in child-connected work, we are responsible for supporting and promoting the safety of children.
• We are committed to the safety, participation and empowerment and protecting of all children / students in our care and adhering to our Child Safety Policy.
• We are committed to providing a child-safe and child-friendly environment, where children and young people are safe and feel safe and are able to actively participate in decisions that affect their lives.
• We have zero tolerance of child abuse and are committed to the protection of children from all forms of child abuse and all allegations and safety concerns will be treated very seriously and consistently with our robust policies and procedures. Our policies and procedures will provide the name and contact details of staff who have specific responsibilities in relation to child safety and who may receive reports of suspicion of child abuse. Child abuse includes sexual offences, grooming, physical violence, serious emotional or psychological harm, serious neglect and a child’s exposure to family violence.
• We have legal and moral obligations to contact authorities when we are worried about a child’s safety, which we follow rigorously.
• We are committed to preventing child abuse, identifying risks early and removing and reducing these risks.
• We have robust human resources and recruitment practices for all staff and volunteers.
• We are committed to regularly training and educating our staff and volunteers on child abuse risks. We support and respect all children, as well as our staff and volunteers.
• We are committed to the emotional, physical and cultural safety of all children and to providing a safe environment for their learning.
• We are committed to promoting the cultural safety and participation of Indigenous children, young people and their families.
• We have specific policies, procedures and training in place that support our leadership team, staff and volunteers to achieve these commitments.

How to Apply

 Applicants must be eligible for registration with the Victorian Institute of Teaching and must hold a current Police Check or be in the process of obtaining one, in order to work at Melbourne Girls Grammar.

 Applications close 5.00pm, Monday 29 August 2022

Applications must include a covering letter, resume and a completed employment application form including the details of three referees. Please forward your application via email and addressed to:

The Principal
Dr Toni E. Meath
Melbourne Girls Grammar
86 Anderson Street
SOUTH YARRA VIC 3141
employment@mggs.vic.edu.au

Position Description
Employment Application Form

The Artemis Centre is the epicentre of the wellbeing agenda at Melbourne Girls Grammar. We have a proud tradition of being at the forefront of girls participating in sport. The facility cements our proactive agenda of promoting diverse sporting opportunities and participation for all Melbourne Girls Grammar girls.

The Artemis Centre enables us to provide a wide variety of programs including Artemis Gymnastics, Artemis Aquatics as well as Artemis Holiday Clinics and other resources that underpin our proactive approach to student wellbeing.

Visit the Artemis Centre website to read more about our state of the art facilities.

Artemis Aquatics enables our community to become the swimmer they want to be, by providing high quality coaching and learning experiences in water safety and skill development. We are committed to providing an enjoyable, safe and healthy environment in which our swimmers can develop their skills and self-confidence for a lifelong affinity with the water. We deliver classes and squad programs to suit a range of ages and abilities, to cater for personal growth and development within a clear and progressive pathway.

We are seeking a high-performing, proactive and passionate Learn to Swim (LTS) Co-ordinator to join the Artemis Aquatics team working full time 10.00am – 6.30pm Monday, Wednesday, Thursday and Friday and 8.30am to 12.30pm on Saturday mornings. This role is not required to work on Tuesdays.

In collaboration with the Aquatics Program Manager, the LTS Co-ordinator will be responsible for ensuring operational excellence in the delivery of a quality LTS program, including but not limited to scheduling, staff rosters, communications, program planning requirements and delivery.

The successful candidate will be:

• Extremely organised, detail-oriented and efficient, with a tech savvy approach to administration and planning;
• Highly knowledgeable in swimming trends and best practice, with extensive experience participating in LTS programs;
• Able to analyse and manipulate data to identify trends and patterns;
• Friendly, collaborative and authentic in their approach to all things, big or little;
• Actively focussed on safety, risk and compliance; and
• Experienced in the co-ordination of staff rosters, timesheets and communications.

This role operates in partnership with the Aquatics Program Manager. The LTS Co-ordinator will be a team player and keen to build strong relationships with swimmers, teachers, coaches and the wider swimming community. They will have demonstrated experience working closely with and supporting the development of swimming teachers and coaches, as well as administrative strength.

Minimum requirements:

• Current AUSTSWIM or ASCTA Teacher of Swimming and Water Safety qualification.
• Minimum 5 years’ experience teaching Learn to Swim.
• Proven experience in managing or co-ordinating a Learn to Swim program, and developing staff rosters.
• Current First Aid (HLTAID003) and Provide CPR (HLTAID001) certification.
• Current Pool Lifeguard certification (SISSS00111) and willingness to maintain qualification.
• Current Victorian Employee Working with Children Check.

Please view the Position Description for further details about this role.

Employment with Melbourne Girls Grammar is subject to adherence to school policies including the Child Safety Policy, Child Safety Code of Conduct and Child Safety Statement as listed below.

Statement of Commitment to Child Safety

• As MGGS staff, volunteers, contractors, and any other members of our school community involved in child-connected work, we are responsible for supporting and promoting the safety of children.
• We are committed to the safety, participation and empowerment and protecting of all children / students in our care and adhering to our Child Safety Policy.
• We are committed to providing a child-safe and child-friendly environment, where children and young people are safe and feel safe and are able to actively participate in decisions that affect their lives.
• We have zero tolerance of child abuse and are committed to the protection of children from all forms of child abuse and all allegations and safety concerns will be treated very seriously and consistently with our robust policies and procedures. Our policies and procedures will provide the name and contact details of staff who have specific responsibilities in relation to child safety and who may receive reports of suspicion of child abuse. Child abuse includes sexual offences, grooming, physical violence, serious emotional or psychological harm, serious neglect and a child’s exposure to family violence.
• We have legal and moral obligations to contact authorities when we are worried about a child’s safety, which we follow rigorously.
• We are committed to preventing child abuse, identifying risks early and removing and reducing these risks.
• We have robust human resources and recruitment practices for all staff and volunteers.
• We are committed to regularly training and educating our staff and volunteers on child abuse risks. We support and respect all children, as well as our staff and volunteers.
• We are committed to the emotional, physical and cultural safety of all children and to providing a safe environment for their learning.
• We are committed to promoting the cultural safety and participation of Indigenous children, young people and their families.
• We have specific policies, procedures and training in place that support our leadership team, staff and volunteers to achieve these commitments.

How to Apply

Applicants must hold a current Police Check or be in the process of obtaining one, in order to work at Melbourne Girls Grammar.  All applicants are subject to reference and identity checks, verification of Working with Children Check Card or VIT Registration as part of the recruitment process.

Applications close: 9.00am Friday 19 August 2022

Applications must include a covering letter, resume and a completed employment application form including the details of 3 referees.

Please forward your application via email and addressed to:

The Principal

Dr Toni E. Meath
Melbourne Girls Grammar
86 Anderson Street
SOUTH YARRA VIC 3141
Employment@mggs.vic.edu.au

Position Description
Employment Application Form

Melbourne Girls Grammar is seeking a skilled, professional and proactive Maintenance Tradesperson to join the Facilities Team in a full-time capacity. Located in the heart of South Yarra and bordering the Royal Botanic Gardens, this position comes with many on-campus benefits including a café with staff discounts, access to the Artemis gym and swimming pool, fitness classes (yoga/pilates/boxing), professional learning opportunities, generous leave structures and a warm and welcoming culture.

Working across two campuses, the successful candidate will work with a team of Facilities staff to complete daily upkeep tasks as well as planned works, reactionary services as required and ongoing maintenance projects. The role is responsible for ensuring the grounds and buildings are well maintained as functional and inviting spaces for students, staff and visitors the School.

The ideal candidate will have a high level of service orientation, flexibility, initiative and the ability to contribute positively in a team environment. Specific trade specialties will be looked on favourably and be considered when delegating tasks within the team.

Key responsibilities include but are not limited to:

• Responding to and actioning daily work requests;
• Designing and constructing items for various purposes;
• Monitoring lighting, mechanical services and security;
• Setting up and packing down School functions and events;
• Maintenance of playgrounds, ovals, sports courts, garden beds and watering systems;
• Receipting and installing deliveries from suppliers;
• Assisting with waste management, pest control, spills and accidents, broken property and safety hazards.
• Producing compliance reporting and documentation;
• Conducting safety checks and audits and assisting in planned fire drills; and
• Other ad hoc maintenance tasks as directed by Facilities Manager or Principal.

 The successful candidate will have:

• A trade speciality (e.g. Carpentry, Electrical etc) is desirable but not essential;
• Minimum 3 – 5 years demonstrated experience in similar roles;
• Demonstrated experience working with power tools and relevant equipment;
• Basic Microsoft Office skills (including Word, Excel and Outlook);
• A strong safety focus and practical understanding safe work practices and OH&S procedures;
• High level attention to detail, accuracy and care;
• Well-developed communication and inter-personal skills
• Excellent organisational, planning and time-management skills.
• Current full Australian Driver’s License; and
• Current Victorian Working With Childrens Check (WWCC)
   

Shortlisted candidates will be required to participate in a pre-employment medical assessment. The successful applicant must be fit and healthy in order to undertake inherent requirements of the role unsupervised (including but not limited to strenuous activity, long periods of standing and walking, heavy lifting, the use of power tools, safe handling of toxic chemicals, driving vehicles and working at heights).

Employment with Melbourne Girls Grammar is subject to school policies including the Child Safety Policy, Child Safety Code of Conduct and Child Safety Statement as listed below.

Child Safety Statement: Melbourne Girls Grammar

• has zero tolerance for child abuse
• actively works to listen to and empower children
• has systems to protect children from abuse, and will take all allegations and concerns very seriously and responds to them consistently in line with the organisation’s policies and procedures
• is committed to promoting physical, emotional and cultural safety for all children
• is committed to providing a safe environment for all children

How to Apply

Applicants must hold or prior to commencing employment, be willing to obtain a current and valid Victorian Working with Children’s Check.

Applications close: 9.00am Friday 19 August 2022
Applications will be considered as they are received

Applications must include a covering letter, resume and a completed employment application form including the details of 3 referees.

Please forward your application via email and addressed to:

The Principal

Dr Toni E. Meath
Melbourne Girls Grammar
86 Anderson Street
SOUTH YARRA VIC 3141
Employment@mggs.vic.edu.au

Position Description
Employment Application Form

The Artemis Centre is the epicentre of the wellbeing agenda at Melbourne Girls Grammar. We have a proud tradition of being at the forefront of girls participating in sport. The facility cements our proactive agenda of promoting diverse sporting opportunities and participation for all Melbourne Girls Grammar girls. Artemis Gymnastics operates out of Melbourne Girls Grammar as a Gymnastics Australia affiliated club and offers foundational programs to the MGGS community and wider Melbourne community.

Artemis Gymnastics is a leading “Gymnastics for All” program in Melbourne which aims to develop strong foundations of movement, physical literacy and positive experiences to be fit and active for life. The classes are designed to develop balance, co-ordination, strength, flexibility and confidence. We offer recreational gymnastics and tumbling programs for children aged between 3 and 16 years old, with a strong focus on broadening our reach through participation and personal growth.

Artemis Gymnastics is seeking additional Gymnastics and/or Tumbling Coaches to deliver quality and engaging coaching, and lead classes for:

• Early Learning Centre students (3 and 4 year olds)
• Junior Years PE classes (Prep – Year 4)
• Afterschool foundation gymnastics and tumbling classes
• Holiday programs

Session times usually run for 3 – 3.5 hours each, and are scheduled in the mornings (Tuesdays and Wednesdays) and every afternoon (Monday to Friday). Coaches are rostered to work during the school term as well as during the school holidays – specific workdays and times will depend on the final roster, so applicants with flexible availabilities are preferred.

Although there are currently no weekend sessions, Saturday classes may become available.

The successful applicant will have:

• High level interpersonal and problems solving skills with the ability to work in an inclusive, fun and productive learning environment;
• Excellent organisational, planning and time-management skills;
• A minimum of one years’ experience in coaching, although those with more experience will be highly regarded;
• Current Gymnastics Australia Coaching Accreditation (or be willing to obtain);
• Current HLTAID011 Provide First Aid and HLTAID009 Provide CPR certificate; and
• Current Victorian Employee Working With Children Check (WWCC) or VIT Registration.

This position would suit intermediate to senior gymnastics coaches, however teachers in training or applicants with a background in dancing, acrobatics, or circus art, are welcome to apply.

Please view the Position Description for details about this role, including key responsibilities.

Employment with Melbourne Girls Grammar is subject to school policies including the Child Safety Policy, Child Safety Code of Conduct and Child Safety Statement as listed below.

Child Safety Statement: Melbourne Girls Grammar

• has zero tolerance for child abuse
• actively works to listen to and empower children
• has systems to protect children from abuse, and will take all allegations and concerns very seriously and responds to them consistently in line with the organisation’s policies and procedures
• is committed to promoting physical, emotional and cultural safety for all children
• is committed to providing a safe environment for all children

How to Apply

Applicants must hold or prior to commencing employment, be willing to obtain a current and valid Victorian Working with Children’s Check.

Applications will be considered as they are received.
Interested applicants are encouraged to submit their documentation at their earliest opportunity.

Applications must include a covering letter, resume and a completed employment application form including the details of 3 referees.

Please forward your application via email and addressed to:

The Principal

Dr Toni E. Meath
Melbourne Girls Grammar
86 Anderson Street
SOUTH YARRA VIC 3141
Employment@mggs.vic.edu.au

Position Description
Employment Application Form

Melbourne Girls Grammar’s world-class Artemis Centre was opened in 2017 and boasts modern facilities including a 25m swimming pool, multi-purpose court, Fitness Hub with gym equipment, dance and yoga studio, outdoor seating amphitheatre, Learning Commons and café with indoor/outdoor meeting spaces. The Artemis Centre enables MGGS to provide a wide variety of programs including Artemis Gymnastics, Artemis Aquatics as well as Artemis Holiday Clinics and other resources that underpin our proactive approach to student wellbeing.

Visit the Artemis Centre website to read more about our state-of-the-art facilities.

Artemis Aquatics enables our community to become the swimmer they want to be, by providing high quality coaching and learning experiences in water safety and skill development. We are committed to providing an enjoyable, safe and healthy environment in which our swimmers can develop their skills and self-confidence for a lifelong affinity with the water. We deliver classes and squad programs to suit a range of ages and abilities, and to cater for personal growth and development within a clear and progressive pathway.

We are seeking Learn To Swim (LTS) Teachers who are looking to join a growing program. Depending on availabilities and rostering, a number of casual positions will be available with preference being given to applicants with flexible availabilities across Monday to Saturday.

Ideal candidates will be passionate about swimming, and will inspire all students to be the swimmer they want to be. They’ll be knowledgeable about current swimming trends and best practice, as well as personable and warm. In collaboration with the Head of Swimming and Learn To Swim Co-ordinator, the LTS Teachers will assess participants to ensure allocation into appropriate lessons and levels, establish strong bonds with swimmers and their families, and foster opportunities for students to grow and develop their skills.

Minimum requirements:

• ASCTA Swimming and Water Safety Teacher accreditation, and/or AUSTSWIM Teacher of Swimming and Water Safety.
• Sports Australia Community Coaching General Principles Course (or willingness to obtain).
• Valid Victorian Employee Working with Children Check (WWCC) or VIT registration.
• Current First Aid HLTAID011 (003) & CPR HLTAID009 (001) qualifications (or willingness to obtain).

Employment with Melbourne Girls Grammar is subject to school policies including the Child Safety Policy, Child Safety Code of Conduct and Child Safety Statement as listed below.

Child Safety Statement: Melbourne Girls Grammar

• has zero tolerance for child abuse
• actively works to listen to and empower children
• has systems to protect children from abuse, and will take all allegations and concerns very seriously and responds to them consistently in line with the organisation’s policies and procedures
• is committed to promoting physical, emotional and cultural safety for all children
• is committed to providing a safe environment for all children

How to Apply

Applicants must hold or prior to commencing employment, be willing to obtain a current and valid Victorian Working with Children’s Check.

Applications will be considered as they are received.
Interested applicants are encouraged to submit their documentation at their earliest opportunity.

Applications must include a covering letter, resume and a completed employment application form including the details of 3 referees.

Please forward your application via email and addressed to:

The Principal

Dr Toni E. Meath
Melbourne Girls Grammar
86 Anderson Street
SOUTH YARRA VIC 3141
Employment@mggs.vic.edu.au

Position Description
Employment Application Form