Primary Teacher

Type of School: Independent Islamic School
Location: Melbourne’s Northern Suburbs
Contract Type: Full-time, fixed-term
Start: Term 1, 2027
Contract Period: 2027 school year, with potential for renewal and permanency
Salary Range: $90,281–$129,000 plus super

About the School

HARKE has partnered with a well-established Independent Islamic school in Melbourne’s northern suburbs. The school provides a supportive and inclusive learning environment with a strong focus on academic achievement, student wellbeing and positive relationships.

The school welcomes teachers who are respectful of and comfortable working within an Islamic school environment. Female staff are not required to wear a headscarf.

About the Role

The school is seeking a Primary Teacher to join its team from Term 1, 2027.

The successful teacher will deliver engaging, curriculum-aligned learning across the Primary curriculum and create a positive classroom environment where students are supported academically, socially and personally.

The successful candidate will initially be offered a fixed-term contract through to the end of the 2027 school year. There is potential for renewal and permanency thereafter, subject to suitability and performance.

Skills and Responsibilities

• Plan and deliver engaging learning programs across the Primary curriculum.

• Build strong foundations in literacy and numeracy while supporting learning across broader curriculum areas.

• Differentiate learning to meet a range of student needs and abilities.

• Assess student progress and provide meaningful feedback to students and families.

• Maintain high standards of student safeguarding, wellbeing and inclusive classroom practice.

• Collaborate with Primary colleagues and contribute positively to the wider school community.

Requirements

• Current VIT registration or eligibility to obtain VIT

• Relevant Primary teaching qualifications

• Strong knowledge of the Victorian Curriculum

• Effective classroom management and the ability to build positive relationships with students

• Willingness to respect and support the Islamic ethos and values of the school

• Full Australian working rights

• Two professional referees and completion of HARKE’s safeguarding onboarding

HARKE Recruitment

Working with HARKE means receiving a straightforward and personalised recruitment experience. Candidates receive clear communication, direct introductions to school leaders, interview preparation and ongoing support throughout the recruitment process.

How to Apply

Click 'APPLY' or contact Amy at HARKE Recruitment for a confidential discussion.

Phone: 0491 727 188