Positions Available 

Instrumental Music – Brass (0.2 FTE)

We are seeking a passionate & enthusiastic Instrumental Brass instructor one day per week.

The instrumental music program at Patterson River Secondary College has been a valued part of the school community for over 40 years. The advantages of a music education in supporting student development in a wide range of abilities is well known, and as such; all students at Patterson River Secondary College are given the opportunity at Year 7 to learn an instrument. The availability of hired instruments and access to free lessons means that our intake of Year 7 students is consistently strong and has seen steady growth in recent years, alongside general school numbers.

Our instrumental music program is concert band focused and consists of 150 students on average. We are an active program with a dedication to playing at school events, primary schools and local community events. A dedicated staff of instrumental music teachers run rehearsals and lessons for a range of bands and ensembles which represent the finest of our school values.

Role and responsibilities

The successful applicant will need to teach individual and group lessons in trumpet and trombone from Year 7 to VCE and run a range of ensembles.

Job responsibilities may include:

• Directing brass ensembles

• Performing stocktake of brass instruments.
• Managing the instrumental assets register spreadsheet.
• Attending evening/weekend performances as directed.
• Attending music camp and other school events/excursions.

• Participating in SEVR music events.
• Assisting the Music manager with office administration as required.
• Performing in the school bi-annual production band.
• Marking attendance and lesson timetabling on Compass.
• Completing semester-based reporting on Compass.

The position is currently open on School Jobs (Job#1515457/1515471) and closes Wednesday, February 25th, 2026. Please contact our College Principal for more information regarding the role via daniel.dew@education.vic.gov.au

 

Casual Replacement Teachers 

In addition to using recruitment agencies, Patterson River engages directly with teachers to fulfil both short term and long-term replacement classes. If you are interested in CRT work, then please email a copy of your CV to Trisha Ord – Daily Organiser and Recruitment Manager via trisha.ord@education.vic.gov.au

 

Tutor Learning Initiative

We are currently seeking teachers and pre-service teachers to fulfil roles as tutors as part of the Victorian Government’s Tutor Learning Initiative (TLI). Please contact Maree Foster (TLI coordinator) if you are interested via the contact form on this website.

Pre-Service Teachers  

Patterson River is committed to supporting pre-service teachers during their university courses and as graduate teachers once entering the workforce. Please contact Assistant Principal, Lisa Cavey via lisa.cavey@education.vic.gov.au if you are interested in completing teaching rounds at our College or applying for a position at a graduate in the future.

 

Working at Patterson River

We pride ourselves on our collaborative and supportive workplace culture. Our College enjoys some of the strongest staff opinion survey results in the state as evidenced below.

School Leadership Survey Module

School Climate Survey Module

Staff Professional Learning and Support

Patterson River has a strong focus on Teaching & Learning. To support teachers, the majority of our staff meeting time is dedicated to instructional and assessment practices. Patterson River is an established PLC school and is the link ‘showcase’ school for Bayside Peninsula Area. Check out our Staff Handbook to find out more about our practices and structures at the College via this link.

Staff Social Activities and Wellbeing

Patterson River has an active staff association, organising multiple staff social events and activities. Each Tuesday afternoon, the school runs optional Professional Development, Wellbeing and Physical Activities. In addition, the College just completed construction on a $150K gymnasium (weights and circuit training). Staff are able to access this facility for no charge out of normal school hours.

 

Riding to Work 

Our school is connected to several bike paths along local wetlands, train line and East Link. In addition to this, the school is situated close to Nepean Hwy and Beach Rd. The College has a dedicated bike storage and shower facility for staff who ride to school.