Employment
Northcote High School is a large, vibrant and highly successful co-educational school with around 1,800 students. Our teaching and education support staff are part of a highly skilled team that works together to achieve the best possible outcomes for all our students.
Current positions
To view selection criteria, position description and apply for current positions at Northcote High School, visit Recruitment Online (ROL) – the Department of Education and Training recruitment website – and search by ROL Job Opening ID.
| Role | Position information | ROL Job Opening ID (search by this number) | Type | Applications Open | Applications Close | Start date | End date |
| Leading Teacher – Educational Leader – Head of School (Junior, Middle or Senior) | Position Description – Head of Sub-School | 3x positions
1229390 1229397 1229399 |
Ongoing (tenured) | 16 June 2021 | 08 July 2021 | 28 January 2022 | 27 January 2025 *end of tenure |
| Leading Teacher – Head of Student Services | Position Description – Head of Student Services | 1229400 | Ongoing (tenured) | 16 June 2021 | 08 July 2021 | 28 January 2022 | 27 January 2025 *end of tenure |
School Tour
The Principal Team conducts tours of the school prior to the closing date for applications. Prospective applicants are encouraged to visit. Tour dates will be advertised below or in the position information. Registration for the tour is essential.
Due to the COVID-19 pandemic, Sue Harrap, our Principal, will conduct virtual tours of the school for prospective Assistant Principal applicants via WebEx Meetings.
The following times are available:
- Tuesday 22 June @ 4.30pm
- Thursday 24 June @ 4.30pm
To register for a virtual tour, please contact Kate Challis at kate.challis@education.vic.gov.au.
Applying for positions
Applications for current teacher and education support positions at Northcote High School must be received through Recruitment Online prior to midnight on the closing date.
Applicants must include in their application:
- Covering letter introducing yourself and providing your name and record number (if currently employed by DET).
- Specific response to all of the key selection criteria and position description.
- Curriculum vitae
- Names and contact details of three referees who can provide information about you in relation to the key selection criteria. (Note: the selection panel may contact referees other than those listed)
- Correct and up-to-date information, including Victorian Institute of Teaching and visa and/or citizenship details.
We recommend that responses to Selection Criteria are no more than one page per criterion.
What we offer
- Thorough induction
- Collegial support in a collaborative work environment
- A school-wide focus on professional learning, within a strong teaching and learning framework
- A wide range of leadership and career development opportunities
We believe in our staff as learners and professionals. We encourage all staff to undertake individual and small team professional learning according to their own needs and development goals.
For information about employment at Northcote High School, contact Kate Challis, Human Resources and Executive Assistant on 9488 2332 or kate.challis@education.vic.gov.au.