VCE Legal Studies Teacher

The Role:

Tradewind is seeking a passionate and dedicated VCE Legal Studies teacher with at least 2 years' experience to join a highly regarded independent grammar school in Melbourne's West. This co-educational school, known for its academic excellence and focus on holistic student development, offers a full-time, ongoing position commencing Term 1, 2026.

You will join a dynamic learning community where tradition meets innovation, with access to excellent resources, supportive leadership, and outstanding professional growth opportunities. This is an exciting chance to inspire students' understanding of law, justice, and society, fostering critical thinking and analytical skills in a collaborative and stimulating environment.

This role provides an exceptional opportunity to advance your career while contributing to a vibrant and innovative school community that values both academic and personal growth.

Key Duties:

• Planning and delivering engaging and comprehensive lessons in VCE Legal Studies within the Victorian curriculum framework, covering topics such as criminal law, civil law, and legal studies in global contexts.
• Designing and administering assessments to measure students' understanding of legal concepts and their ability to apply legal reasoning and analysis.
• Facilitating inquiry-based learning experiences that encourage students to explore legal issues, analyse real-world scenarios, and develop critical thinking and problem-solving skills.
• Integrating current legal events and developments into the curriculum to keep content relevant and engaging for students.
• Assisting students in preparing for VCE Legal Studies exams, including providing study guides, practice exams, and exam strategies to help students succeed in their assessments.
• Collaborating with colleagues within the Legal Studies department and across other subject areas to share best practices, develop interdisciplinary projects, and support students' holistic development

Skills & Experience:

• Have unrestricted working rights in Australia
• Teaching Qualifications
• Current VIT registration
• Have at least 2 years' experience teaching VCE Legal studies in Vic/Australia/NZ
• Ability to provide contact details for at least two education-based references from within the last 5 years

Offering:

• Be part of a school which prides itself on professionalism, diligence and the quality of its staff
• Starting as a full-time, ongoing role from Term 1, 2026
• Work with students from years 10-12- exact year levels can be discussed
• Salary aligned with demonstrated expertise- $83k-125k + Super

The School:

• Around 3500 students spanning across three campuses from Kinder to Year 12
• Exceptional facilities elevating the overall teaching and learning experience
• Highly respected school with a high level of professionalism and care
• Abundant opportunities for professional development
• High level student engagement and performance

Why work with Tradewind?

The Benefits:

• Work with an organisation that is relentless in securing quality opportunities in a personalised way
• Relevant and real information about roles
• No joining fees/other fees
• Resume and Key Selection Criteria assistance
• Interview tips and preparation provided
• Professional development by two Principal mentors on a consistent basis

Tradewind Australia is a specialist, education recruitment agency and is the preferred supplier of teachers for many schools across the greater Melbourne / Victoria region. We have a strong reputation for providing high-caliber teachers with fantastic contract opportunities and helping them to pursue rewarding careers. Our aim is to cultivate an excellent ongoing relationship with you throughout your growing career.

How to apply:

To apply, please submit your application by clicking the APPLY NOW button. Applications will be reviewed and screen upon submission.

For any queries regarding the position or application process, contact Tahlia Schueren on Education Permanent Team on (03) 9110-0091 or email Tahlia.schueren@twrecruitment.com.au

TRADEWIND AUSTRALIA IS PROUD TO BE AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITIES EMPLOYER.

We welcome applications from people who reflect the diversity of the organisations we partner with, and the people they support. We encourage people of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander backgrounds and people with disability and lived experience to apply.