EMPLOYMENT

WORKING AT MARYMEDE CATHOLIC COLLEGE

Marymede Catholic College has an ELC, Primary Campus and Secondary Campus at South Morang and an ELC and a growing Secondary Campus at Doreen (Years 7 to Year 9 in 2026).  

The College serves the families from the parishes of St Francis of Assisi (Mill Park and South Morang) and Christ the Light (Donnybrook, Doreen, Kinglake, Mernda, and Whittlesea) under the governance of Melbourne Archdiocese Catholic Schools (MACS).

Our purpose

Inspired by our Catholic faith tradition we are called to nourish, nurture, challenge and celebrate our diverse community in an adaptive and aspirational environment.

Our vision

Inspired by Jesus and In the Way of Mary, students experience the fullness of life and aspire to grow, lead and serve.

Our College Directions

• Encountering Christ
• Empowering students to flourish
• Aspirations for all
• Fostering a positive culture and environment

Our commitment to evidence-based practice

The College is committed to evidence-based practice as we collaboratively lead projects and strategies to realise our College Directions.

Our culture

As a workplace we strive to create an environment where people find purpose, belong, are challenged, supported, grow and thrive professionally.

New colleagues

As we continue to expand to an anticipated student enrolment of approximately 2700 students in 2026 we are looking forward to welcoming new colleagues to join us as we grow in size, however, most importantly deepen the realisation of our College Directions for the benefit of our students.

Child Safety Requirements

Marymede Catholic College is committed to developing a culture to maintain the safety of each student in our care.  At Marymede Catholic College we have a zero tolerance for child abuse and are committed to acting in children’s best interests and keeping them safe from harm.

The College regards its child protection responsibilities with the utmost importance and as such, is committed to providing the necessary resources to ensure compliance with all relevant child protection laws and regulations and maintain a child safe culture. All staff employed at Marymede Catholic College are required to abide by our Child Safe Policies and commit to our Child Safe Code of Conduct.

All staff of the College are expected to understand and realise child safety and wellbeing related policies and procedures including:

• MACS Code of Conduct
• Child Safety Code of Conduct
• Child Safety Policy
• Child Safety and Wellbeing Procedures
• All policies can be located via: POLICIES | Marymede Catholic College

Staff are expected to take very seriously their responsibilities related to:

• care for children 
• supervision of children
• maintaining professional boundaries with children
• Mandatory Reporting
• Reportable Conduct Scheme
• Being aware of potential signs of harm for children
• Information sharing
• Record keeping

Please be aware that all staff, contractors and volunteers are required to have working with child clearances (Working With Children Check or VIT Registration unless there is a valid exemption).  This is sighted, verified and recorded.

All staff, contractors and volunteers are required to have proof of identity sighted prior to entering the Campuses of the College or engaging in child-related work.

Please be aware that essential or relevant qualifications, history of work involving children, and references addressing suitability for the job and working with children are collected and recorded for staff, contractors and volunteers.

 

Expressions of interest are invited from collaborative, curious, professional and energetic applicants for teaching positions.

 

Teaching Position

South Morang Secondary Campus

Full-time, fixed term leave replacement (25 May to 22 November)

• Mathematics

 

Non-teaching Positions

South Morang Secondary Campus

Full-time and ongoing

• Campus Administration Officer
• Learning Program Systems Coordinator
• Maintenance Officer

 

Doreen Campus

Full-time and ongoing

• Sport Assistant

 

 

Applications close Monday 17 May at 9.00am.

 

Staff are employed under the Catholic Education Multi Enterprise Agreement 2022.

Successful applicants will have a demonstrated commitment to Catholic education and to the safety and wellbeing of children.

The Marymede Catholic College community is committed to the safety, wellbeing, protection and inclusion of all children in our care.

Applicants will have a demonstrated commitment to Catholic education and to the safety and wellbeing of children.

Applications will include:

• Application letter (one page or less) addressed to Timothy Newcomb, Principal, covering:

1. Self introduction
2. Reasons why you are attracted to the position
3. How it is you believe that you would be effective in the role

• Application Form - Employment Application Form (Teaching) or Employment Application Form (Non Teaching).
• Curriculum Vitae

NB. Responses to selection criteria are not required

 

Applications are submitted to hr@marymede.vic.edu.au

Please contact Gabby Callaghan, HR Manager via hr@marymede.vic.edu.au or 94079000 with any questions regarding the application process.

Please note the Privacy College Notice for Job Applicants. 

New Staff Induction Program

New staff members are well supported prior to commencing at Marymede Catholic College. We run two induction days covering the following:

• Curriculum Overview
• Student wellbeing Overview
• IT set up
• E-Learn resources
• Buddy system
• College Tour
• Child Safety & Reportable Conduct Scheme 

Mentors for new staff

We have a positive working environment where current staff members offer their time and knowledge to be mentors to graduates and buddies to all new staff members

Opportunity for leadership positions and development

At Marymede Catholic College we have established a professional learning culture characterised by accountability, collaboration and inquiry. Teachers and leaders participate in Professional Practice Teams to support our culture of continuous improvement. We seek to encourage future career development and growth through the offering of a range of positions of leadership available across the College. 

We foster a collaborative environment where staff feel empowered to take risks and make positive change. There is a collegial school culture, underpinned by support and teamwork, with student learning central to all that we do. 

Graduate Teacher Program

• Mentor Support
• VIT Completion Plan for Graduates (Provisional Registered Teachers)
• Support in completing VIT Portfolio

Significant support for professional learning and development

Staff are supported in professional learning experiences including:

• Catholic identity professional learning
• Whole College and individual professional learning days relating to learning, teaching and wellbeing
• Graduate Teacher Program
• Middle Leaders 
• Senior Leaders 

Collaborative culture among staff

Staff work together to:

• Help our students to be their best
• Understand our Catholic tradition
• Be inspired by how Mary helped others