Trainee Teacher

We are seeking to appoint two Teaching Assistants to work part-time (2 days) to join either our Narre Warren South or Wantirna South campus for two days a week, starting January 2026.  These fixed-term positions (two or four years) offer you the unique chance to work, earn, and learn — combining paid, hands-on classroom experience with your studies towards a Bachelor of Education or Master of Teaching at Eastern College Australia or Christian Heritage College through CITE Alliance Victoria.

Waverley Christian College is a forward thinking and culturally diverse Christian co-educational school from Kinder to Year 12. We have been providing students with a quality Christian educational experience for over 45 years. With campuses in Wantirna South and Narre Warren South, Waverley Christian College has an enrolment of over 2400 students with 400 staff across both campuses in 2025.

In our caring Christian school community, you’ll be mentored by experienced teachers, supported in your professional growth, and equipped with the skills you’ll need for a thriving teaching career – all while earning a salary.  You’ll also be actively involved in lesson preparation, providing feedback to students, supporting their pastoral and wellbeing needs, and engaging fully in the faith life of the school through devotions, worship, and community events.

If you’re ready to blend study with meaningful, real-world teaching experience, this is your opportunity to grow your skills, your faith, and your future.

The successful applicant must:

• Be enrolled to study as a CITE Alliance student with Eastern College Australia or Christian Heritage College
• Be able to show a commitment to the values and ethos of Christian education.
• Have current First Aid qualifications and Anaphylaxis Certificate or be willing to obtain these prior to commencement.
• Be willing to get involved in all aspects of the College’s programs and opportunities.
• Have well-developed communication and interpersonal skills.

Some of the benefits of working at Waverley Christian College include:

• A competitive salary and range of salary packaging options
• Paid parental leave
• Wellbeing initiatives
• Career and leadership professional development opportunities
• Employee Assistance Program
• Friendly and collegial community to work with

All potential employees will be required to comply with the College’s Child Safety Code of Conduct, Child Safety Policy, and Student Wellbeing Policy.  We have zero tolerance for child abuse. You will be expected to contribute proactively to a culture of child safety at the College.

To apply for this position:

1. Express your interest through the CITE Alliance website
2. Make an application to study as a CITE Alliance student with Eastern College Australia or Christian Heritage College
3. Submit your Teaching Assistant application via our College website.  A Position Description is available below the advertisement on the College website.

Applicants are to include a Resume, Letter of Application, Pastoral Reference Letter and complete the screening questions as part of the application process. Applicants will also need to provide a list of three referees.

A Working with Children’s Check, and a Police Check less than three months old are mandatory prior to being hired.  A current First Aid Certificate (HLTAID011) and CPR Certificate (HLTAID009) are also required prior to starting in the role.

Apply now via our College website as applications close Friday 5 September!

Enquiries: (03) 9871 8600

Quoting job number: 2025046

Waverley Christian College is committed to protecting the interests and safety of our students. We have zero tolerance for child abuse. All staff are responsible for the safety, care and wellbeing of children.