Food Tech and Textiles Teacher - Term 3 Start NW Melbourne
Term 3 Start
Full-Time | Ongoing
Prospero Teaching is pleased to partner with a highly regarded Catholic Secondary School located in Melbourne’s vibrant North-Western suburbs. The college focuses on academic excellence, discipline, and fostering a supportive, nurturing environment.
We are currently seeking a
Food Technologies & Textiles Teacher to work alongside classroom educators, helping meet the diverse learning needs of students from Years 7-12.
About the School:
- Campus: The college is situated near Melbourne's Tullamarine Airport, with convenient access to the Jacksons Creek Regional Parklands. It boasts extensive land with open spaces and landscaped gardens.
- Student Population: Approximately 1,750 students are enrolled from Years 7 to 12.
- Curriculum: The college offers the VCE, including the new Vocational Major pathway, and the Vocational Pathways Program.
- Values and Vision: The college emphasizes faith, community, and excellence, fostering an environment of joy, optimism, and inclusivity.
- Features: They offer a variety of programs including Academic Excellence, Agriculture and Horticulture, Arts, Co-curricular activities, Coding and Robotics, and Environment and Sustainability.
- Facilities: The college features modern learning environments with integrated technology and opportunities for outdoor learning using the surrounding natural environment.
- Staff: There are 114 teaching staff and 69 non-teaching staff.
- Languages: The college offers Japanese and Italian language programs.
- Co-curricular Activities: the college offers a range of co-curricular activities including Adventure Activities, Chess Club, Debating, Games (Board) Club, Hiking, Homework Club, Life Skills, Light Weight Camping, Lunchtime Craft Group, Magazine Committee, Politics, Student Action Team, and Surfing.
Key responsibilities - Track and report on student progress
- Collaborate with classroom teachers, wellbeing staff, and families
- Contribute to the inclusive ethos of the school and foster student confidence
The ideal Food Tech & Textiles Teacher: - Holds a relevant teaching qualification
- VIT registered (or eligible)
- Strong practical knowledge - Skilled in cooking techniques, nutrition, food safety, and emerging food technologies.
- Strong communication and collaboration skills - explain processes clearly and adapts for visual, auditory and kinesthetic learners.
- Industry Aware - Keeps up with trends in food science, sustainability, and technology (e.g. planet-based foods, 3D food printing)
Why apply through Prospero Teaching? - Expert guidance and support throughout your application
- Exclusive access to school vacancies not advertised publicly
- Support with interview preparation and CV development
- A dedicated consultant who works closely with top independent schools
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To applySend your CV and a brief cover email to paul.d@prosperoteaching.com or call 📞 0434 070 221 for a confidential discussion.
This vacancy is being managed by Prospero Teaching. All shortlisted applicants will be contacted directly.