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.

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

 

2025 Teaching Positions

Secondary Campus - South Morang

Full-time and part-time

Applications close Monday 7 July at 9.00am.

 

2025 Non-Teaching Positions

Primary Campus - South Morang

Secondary Campus - South Morang

Applications close Monday 7 July at 9.00am.

 

Prospective Staff Information Evenings

for 2026 Primary and Secondary Teaching Positions

  • South Morang Campus 6.00pm Tuesday 22 July

  • Doreen Campus 6.00pm Monday 28 July

 

Please register via this link:

 

Expressions of interest

Expressions of interest are open for teachers, including graduates, for all subject areas and year levels for 2026 at each of our College Campuses.

  • South Morang – Primary
  • South Morang – Secondary
  • Doreen – Secondary

 

Applications close Monday 11 August 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:

•    Self introduction

•    Reasons why you are attracted to the position

•    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.
 

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