Recruitment
Positions Available
Year 9 ‘Learning 4 Life’ Generalist Teacher
We are seeking a dedicated and enthusiastic generalist teacher to join our award-winning Year 9 ‘Learning 4 Life’ Program. This dynamic program requires teachers to cover a range of subjects, including English, Science, Humanities, and Health, while working within a highly supportive, team-oriented environment. The program integrates real-world experiences both inside and outside the classroom, focusing on students’ social, emotional, and mental wellbeing. It emphasises developing empathy and fostering connections with peers and the broader community.
The program involves 13 lessons per week (max teacher load is 22). The remainder of the successful candidates teaching load will be teaching subjects in their area of qualifications and experience.
The position is currently open on School Jobs (Job#1542380) and closes Sunday, October 4th, 2026. Please contact our College Principal for more information regarding the role via daniel.dew@education.vic.gov.au
VCE English Teacher
We are seeking a dedicated, passionate, and enthusiastic Senior English Teacher with Year 12 experience to join our growing school in 2027. Our College has a strong culture of academic performance. In the recent 2026 NAPLAN assessments, the College recorded 72% of Year 7 students and 68% of Year 9 students in the Strong or Exceeding proficiency levels, compared to similar schools with 66% (Year 7) and 60% (Year 9).
The position is currently open on School Jobs (Job#1542383) and closes Sunday, October 4th, 2026. Please contact our College Principal for more information regarding the role via daniel.dew@education.vic.gov.au
Mathematics Teacher
We are seeking a passionate & enthusiastic Mathematics teacher to commence in 2027. The allotment will be tailored to the skills and experience of the successful applicant and could include subjects such as Junior Maths, VCE General, VCE Methods, VCE Foundation and VCE Specialist. Typically, VCE Mathematics teachers at Patterson River also teach junior classes. Time fraction is negotiable with the successful candidate (full-time preferred).
The College has achieved very strong NAPLAN Numeracy results over the last three years with improvements in both student learning growth and NAPLAN Proficiency Levels. The school offers all VCE Maths, including Specialist Mathematics and VCE-VM Numeracy and in 2025 achieved our best ever VCE Maths results in General, Methods and Specialist.
The College recently completed a large STEM Centre which is closely connected to both Science and Mathematics programs. This centre includes large Maker Spaces and 3D Print rooms. Problem solving activities and strong assessment practices are built into the maths curriculum resulting in student learning growth that far exceeds similar schools.
The position is currently open on School Jobs (Job#1542386) and closes Sunday, October 4th, 2026. Please contact our College Principal for more information regarding the role via daniel.dew@education.vic.gov.au
Design & Technology Teacher – start date negotiable Term 4 2026 or Term 1 2027
We are seeking a passionate and high performing Design & Technology Teacher with skills in either Digital Design or Textiles. The College will allocate an allotment based on the successful applicant’s skills and qualifications in Design & Technology. While the role is listed for a 2027, the school will be able to accommodate a Term 4 start if the successful candidate wishes to begin this year.
Patterson River has a state-of-the-art STEM Centre, which includes the following spaces:
- 2 x Print Rooms (3D Printers and Laser Cutters)
- 2 x Large Maker Spaces
- Woodwork Room (Including new CNC Router)
- Metal Work Room
- Systems Engineering / Robotics Room.
Since opening the centre in 2023, the College has experienced a significant growth in the number students studying Design Technology related subjects, including CAD, Systems Engineering, Product Design, Textiles, Woodwork and Metal Work. Applicants should have experience in one or more of these areas.
The position is currently open on School Jobs (Job#1542394) and closes Sunday, October 4th, 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.
