Food Technology and Health Teacher

ELTHAM College has been educating young women and men for the past 40 years. The College was conceived in 1973 as a new concept in independent, coeducational schooling. It was founded by a dynamic group of community members who were seeking schooling for their children that would look beyond average educational practice to education that fostered the talents, confidence, initiative and passion for learning in every individual. Our location in the Nillumbik Shire, northeast of Melbourne, is no accident. Historically, this district has inspired free thought and innovation. For years, artists, writers and intellectuals have been drawn to Nillumbik as a centre for inspiration. The notion of ELTHAM as one of Australia's few truly independent schools was founded within this creative culture.

Closing date November 26, 2024
LocationResearch VIC, Australia
Type Full-Time
Status Permanent
Contact Manager
03 9437 1421
employment@elthamcollege.vic.edu.au

About this job

An exciting opportunity for an enthusiastic Food Technology and Health Teacher to join our team in a full-time ongoing position commencing 21 January 2025.

ELTHAM College is an independent co-educational school in Nillumbik Shire, northeast of Melbourne.  At ELTHAM, education is a daring adventure – we provide authentic learning opportunities so that students can become world-ready. 

ELTHAM teachers have exceptional skills and have the autonomy to apply them creatively. Joining our dynamic team means immersing yourself in a liberating environment - a place where freedom, challenge, and trust co-exist. Here, we foster a culture of mutual respect, where teachers and students work in harmony, friendship, and collaboration. 

If you possess the necessary qualifications and skills as listed in the position description, we encourage you to apply for this exciting opportunity. 

About you: 

  • You're a dedicated and inspiring educator who is passionate about teaching Food Technology and Health to different learning styles and mixed ability groups
  • Have the ability to teach VCE Health and Human Development - this is an advantage 
  • An educator with exceptional interpersonal skills, who can build authentic, collaborative relationships in a respectful environment
  • A lifelong learner who will embrace the College's ethos of ‘growing hearts and minds to help our community prosper’ 
  • A strong desire to maximise the use of technology in an educational environment


We offer:

  • A professional collaborative working environment where all staff and students are supported 
  • A flexible and innovative curriculum where student voice is valued and encouraged 
  • A unique bushland setting that provides excellent opportunities for students to gain respect for, and an understanding of, the natural environment
  • A culture of continuous professional improvement that includes classroom-based learning, mentoring and coaching
  • A competitive salary and benefits, with time and position of responsibility allowance
  • Supportive and collegiate team 
  • Free on-site parking 
  • On-site café  
  • Free access to the College gym, close to walking tracks in a tranquil yet energetic environment 
  • Employee Assistance Program 


Be inspired by the young people of the College and have the green and leafy surrounds of the ELTHAM College Research campus as your work backdrop! 

ELTHAM College takes a zero-tolerance approach to child abuse and is fully committed to ensuring that its strategies, policies, procedures and practices meet all Child Safe Standards as specified in Ministerial Order No. 1359 (2022). All applicants should refer to our Child Safety Policy and Code of Conduct found at www.elthamcollege.vic.edu.au/abouteltham/policies/ 

Applicants must be entitled to live and work in Australia. 

(See position description on our website, link following).    

View position description 

Application 

Submit a cover letter and resume via ‘Apply now’ below or email to employment@elthamcollege.vic.edu.au.

Applications close: Monday 26 November

Applications will be reviewed as they are received, and we reserve the right to interview shortlisted candidates and appoint at any stage prior to the closing date.