VCE English West Melbourne

VCE English Teachers | 2027 | Melbourne West & North-West

Multiple 2027 opportunities | Independent Christian, Government & Catholic Schools | Full-Time Roles

HARKE Recruitment is partnering with several schools across Melbourne’s west and north-west seeking experienced VCE English Teachers for 2027.

If you are considering a move next year, HARKE can streamline the process by discussing the schools, salary, teaching loads and expectations with you upfront, then presenting you directly to suitable schools.

Current Opportunities

Independent Christian School | VCE English

A growing Independent Christian school located in one of Melbourne’s major western growth corridors is seeking a faith-aligned VCE English Teacher for 2027.

The school is continuing to expand its senior secondary offering, with Years 11 and 12 introduced across 2026–2027. This is an opportunity to join the school during an important stage of growth and contribute to the continued development of its senior English program.

The school is particularly interested in teachers with:

• Previous VCE English experience, or comparable Australian senior secondary English experience
• Confidence teaching senior English curriculum, assessment and examination preparation
• A genuine alignment with Christian education and the school’s faith-based environment
• An interest in contributing to a growing senior secondary program

Government Secondary School | VCE English

An established government secondary school in Melbourne’s north-west is seeking an experienced VCE English Teacher for 2027.

The school is prioritising applicants with demonstrated Victorian experience who can confidently step into an established senior English program.

The preferred candidate will bring:

• Previous VCE English teaching experience
• Strong knowledge of Victorian curriculum, assessment and VCAA requirements
• Experience preparing senior students for SACs and examinations
• A consistent classroom track record across senior secondary English

Catholic Secondary School | VCE English + English/Humanities

A Catholic secondary school in Melbourne’s west is seeking a VCE English Teacher for 2027, combined with a junior English and Humanities teaching load.

This opportunity would suit a teacher who enjoys senior English but also values maintaining a broader Years 7–10 classroom load.

The school is seeking someone with:

• Experience teaching VCE English
• Confidence across Years 7–10 English and/or Humanities
• Strong curriculum delivery and student engagement skills
• Willingness to contribute positively to a Catholic school community

Why Work With HARKE?

HARKE specialises exclusively in education recruitment and works directly with schools across Victoria.

For teachers, the process is designed to be easy, efficient and effective. HARKE can:

• Discuss multiple suitable opportunities through one conversation
• Provide clear information about the school, role, salary and expectations before interview
• Present your CV directly to school leadership
• Coordinate interviews and manage communication throughout the process
• Support salary discussions, offers and onboarding
• Keep your details confidential until you approve a submission

There is no cost to teachers to work with HARKE.

Requirements

Applicants must have:

• Current VIT registration or eligibility to obtain VIT registration
• Full Australian working rights
• Relevant secondary teaching qualifications
• Two professional referees
• Willingness to complete HARKE’s safeguarding and onboarding requirements

Interested in 2027 VCE English Opportunities?

Apply through SEEK and a HARKE consultant will contact you to discuss your preferred location, school setting, teaching load and career priorities before recommending suitable opportunities.

Teachers do not need to apply separately for each position. One application can open the conversation to multiple schools and opportunities across Melbourne.