Department of Education - Victoria

Location Profile  

Alphington Primary School is a school of 350 students situated in an area nestled between Heidelberg Road and the Yarra River. It is set amidst residential streets, close to parklands, a sporting oval and public transport. The school is a focal point for the community it serves and has a long history of active parent and community involvement. 

One of the great strengths of this school is the strong partnership between home and school. Parents take an active role in many facets of school life including, classroom support, home reading, homework, working bees, School Council, and its various sub committees. A wide range of fundraising activities including a highly successful annual fete run by parents and heavily supported by the local community unites the community past and present. 

Our school aims to develop a love of learning as a life long process in a safe, nurturing environment. We implement high quality teaching and learning programs where children develop to their potential. Children are respected for their individuality and are encouraged to become empowered individuals who take control of their learning through a collaborative classroom approach. 

The school strives for academic excellence with particular emphasis on the recognition that all children have individual talents that need to be extended and challenged. There is a commitment to the personal growth of each child and the school places great importance on the development of responsibility, compassion, care for self and others and respect for the environment. The curriculum is delivered through an enquiry model of curriculum design that is integrated with a strong emphasis on the development of skills, concepts, knowledge and values. School camps and a relationship with the Hope Vale school in Far North Queensland extend and enrich our students understanding of the world.

We are proud of our Specialists programs. All children are provided with a performing arts program, which culminates in performance. There is an exemplary instrumental music program conducted after school. An outstanding Physical Education program has seen our students regularly competing in District and State finals over the years. A visual arts program that culminates in the annual Art Show. The teaching of Mandarin is the language of choice for our students, supported by our sister school in Huaibei China.

A dedicated team of teaching staff have high expectations for student learning and demonstrate a high level of commitment and professionalism. Staff are responsible for the delivery of quality educational programs as they work in teams to plan, teach, evaluate and share their expertise. There is a commitment to continuous improvement through a staff professional development program that keeps teachers abreast of current educational theory and methodology.

The school site includes modern flexible classroom areas, two library spaces, music room art/craft room and competition grade gymnasium. The playground includes two large grassed playing areas, age-appropriate creative play equipment areas, basketball/netball court, as well as shaded and passive recreation areas. 

Alphington Primary School is a community where diversity is valued and the strengths and talents of students, staff and parents are recognised and respected.

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