TEACHER OF PRODUCT DESIGN AND TECHNOLOGIES

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EMPLOYMENT AT MGGS

Employment with Melbourne Girls Grammar is subject to adherence to school policies including the Staff Code of Conduct, Child Safety Policy, Child Safety Code of Conduct and MGGS Statement of Commitment to Child Safety. You need to read these before applying.

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


All applicants are subject to reference and identity checks, and verification of Working with Children Check Card or VIT Registration as part of the recruitment process.

All enquiries regarding employment at Melbourne Girls Grammar can be addressed to employment@mggs.vic.edu.au or
please call +61 3 +862 +200.


Melbourne Girls Grammar is seeking a knowledgeable, innovative, and engaging educator to join the collaborative team in our Technologies Faculty. We seek an outstanding Product Design and Technologies (Textiles/Fashion) educator who has passion and vision with the ability to engage students across middle and senior years. Industry experience will be highly regarded, including the use of CAD and sewing machines.

The Teacher of Product Design and Technologies will be an energising and innovative classroom practitioner and collaborator. You will have a talent for creativity in curriculum design and an understanding of targeted feedback and the importance of designing high-quality formative and summative assessment experiences. You will be prepared to work within a collaborative team.

The successful applicant will have excellent technical abilities in the area of:

Product Design and Technologies (Textiles/ Fashion) Years 7-11
With capacity to teach in a second subject area.

The successful candidate will be a dynamic and passionate Teacher of Technologies who enjoys working closely with colleagues to develop curriculum and teaching strategies. We value collaborative 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 congruent with the values of the School is essential.

Key Selection Criteria:

Teaching Qualifications & Registration: Undergraduate degree in the relevant teaching area and current Victorian Institute of Teaching (VIT) registration.
Knowledge of Curriculum & Pedagogy: Strong understanding of curriculum, assessment, and reporting requirements, with the ability to apply contemporary teaching and learning strategies.
Student-Centred Approach: Ability to create engaging and inclusive learning environments that support students’ diverse learning needs, including literacy and numeracy development.
Use of Data & Assessment: Competence in using student data and a range of assessment strategies to inform teaching practice and improve student outcomes.
Commitment to Professional Learning: Willingness to engage in ongoing professional development and collaboration with colleagues to enhance teaching practice.
Technology Integration: Proficiency in using digital technologies to enhance teaching and learning, including platforms such as Microsoft Office 365, Synergetic, and SchoolBox.
Communication & Relationship Building: Strong interpersonal skills, with the ability to build positive relationships with students, parents, and colleagues while maintaining professionalism.
Child Safety & Wellbeing: Commitment to upholding child safety policies and ensuring a safe and supportive learning environment for all students.
Collaboration & Teamwork: Ability to work effectively as part of a team, contribute to professional networks, and support the school’s culture and values.
Commitment to Diversity & Inclusion: Understanding of and responsiveness to the needs of students from diverse cultural, linguistic, and socio-economic backgrounds.
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 2023. The salary range is between $88,140 and $131,352 plus superannuation.

If you are looking to work in a leading, innovative and values-driven organisation and you feel you would be a good fit for this role, please view the Position Description for details about the role, including key responsibilities.

Benefits of working at MGGS

Alongside opportunities for educators, we offer a broad array of professional support roles for individuals motivated to join our values-based community and make a difference in the lives of our Grammarians. Careers at Melbourne Girls Grammar provide opportunities for high performing individuals to thrive within an environment that values lifelong learning.

At MGGS we offer an excellent work environment, generous salary and leave packages, and significant professional development opportunities. Staff wellbeing is a top priority, with staff having access to our state-of-the-art Artemis Centre facilities including Pool, Gym and Café. To support families, we also offer staff discounts on academic tuition fees (where eligible) and access to an Employee Assistance Program that provides a range of personal and family benefits.

Employment with Melbourne Girls Grammar is subject to adherence to school policies including the Staff Code of Conduct, Child Safety Policy, Child Safety Code of Conduct and MGGS Statement of Commitment to Child Safety included below. You need to read these before applying.

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 ****** 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 have working rights in Australia, 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 are open from Monday 16 June 2025 and will close +.00am Monday 30 June 2025

The successful candidate will be required to provide documentary evidence of their qualifications and teaching experience. Documentary evidence can include but is not limited to:

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