Department of Education - Victoria

Location Profile  

Balwyn Primary is a school with over 600 students situated in the leafy eastern suburbs of Melbourne. Opened in 1869, Balwyn PS is one of the oldest public schools in Victoria, well-maintained with 25 classrooms, purpose-built art room, music rooms, library, hall, health centre and administration area. Spaces catering for the junior students include expansive play areas, multiple playgrounds, asphalt games and two sandpits with senior students enjoying a dedicated playground. The recreational spaces also include a custom-built and sheltered amphitheatre, basketball, four-square and netball courts, soccer area, synthetic oval and running track.

The Principal Class team consists of a Principal and two Assistant Principals. They are supported by a Business Manager, Office Manager and Office Administration staff member. The staffing profile includes Classroom and Specialist Teachers, Leading Teachers and Learning Specialists, a School Nurse, a Library staff member, and team of Education Support staff.

The school curriculum is rooted in the belief that learning is developmental, and a multi-age structure provides greater opportunities for individual growth and achievement. In 2024, our school has 25 classes in the following configuration: Prep, Year 1/2, Year 3/4 and Year 5/6. Specialists include Music, LOTE, Art and PE with Digital Learning classes held weekly. The guiding principle is to provide educational excellence through vibrant teaching and stimulating learning programs.

Balwyn Primary School strives for and achieves excellence in teaching and learning and caters for the individual requirements of students and teach the `whole child'. The school provides a high-quality education through a relevant and dynamic curriculum and encourages students to become life-long learners. In 2024 the school introduced the School Wide Positive Behaviour Support (SWPBS) building a holistic approach to wellbeing and engagement in the school.

Professional growth and building staff capacity is ingrained in our culture with Professional learning communities, staff coaching and mentoring, peer learning visits and walks, a strong induction, professional learning aligned with the Annual Implementation Plan (AIP) goals and staff Performance Development Plan (PDP) growth areas.

Balwyn PS has a low Student Family Occupation and Education (SFOE) Index of 0.0893 and has a community of great cultural diversity, with more than 30 Language Backgrounds Other than English represented. The number of students grows during the year, with many students transferring into the area from other Victorian schools, interstate and overseas. 

The curriculum is delivered in an integrated manner. ICT is used extensively by all students as a tool to enhance learning. All classrooms are equipped with a wide range of interactive and digital resources which are competently used by staff and students. 

The school's popular Instrumental Music Program provides the opportunity for tuition in orchestral instruments, piano and guitar, and also encourages participation in numerous instrumental ensembles, and choirs. Individual and group performances in the Arts are fostered in the form of Musicals, Dance Dramas, ensemble and choral concerts. 

Parents are an integral part of the school's educational program, supporting their children, participating in areas of the curriculum including classroom helpers, maintenance of facilities, and fundraising activities. The school has an active PFTA and the community benefits from the experience of parents and links with local community.

Program Benefits 

This position attracts an incentive payment of $5,650 (pre-tax) for the successful candidate who meets the eligibility criteria set out under conditions of employment.

Conditions of Employment 

All staff employed by the Department and schools have access to a broad range of employment conditions and working arrangements. 

The appointment of successful applicants will be made subject to satisfactory pre-employment conditions check. 

A probationary period may apply during the first year of employment and induction and support programs provided. 

Eligibility for incentive payments: 

• The successful candidate is committing to a minimum of 1 year employment at this school. 
• The successful candidate will not be a Graduate Teacher Incentive recipient from a previous vacancy. 
• The successful candidate must not be employed as a teacher by the Department at the time the advertised position is to commence. 

EEO AND OHS Commitment 

Applicants seeking part-time employment are encouraged to apply for any teaching service position and, if they are the successful candidate, request a reduced time fraction. Such requests will be negotiated on a case-by-case basis and will be subject to the operational requirements of the school.

The Department of Education is committed to the principles of equal opportunity, and diversity and inclusion for all. We value diversity and inclusion in all forms - gender, religion, ethnicity, LGBTIQ+, disability and neurodiversity. Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander candidates are strongly encouraged to apply for roles within the Department. The Department recognises that the provision of family friendly, supportive, safe and harassment free workplaces is essential to high performance and promotes flexible work, diversity and safety across all schools and Department workplaces. It is our policy to provide reasonable adjustments for persons with a disability (see Workplace adjustment guidelines).

Additional support and advice on the recruitment process is available to Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islanders from the Koorie Outcomes Division (KOD) via marrung@education.vic.gov.au