Secondary Teacher of History and English

Full-time, fixed term position available for 2027
Join a leading independent school with excellent programmes and facilities
Middle Schools, Years 7 to 10, Keilor East campus

The Role

Penleigh and Essendon Grammar School is seeking a dynamic and dedicated Secondary Teacher of English and History to join our Middle School teaching boys and girls (Years 7â10) at the Keilor East campus.

This is a full-time fixed term position from 25 January 2027 to 10 December 2027.

We are looking for an educator who brings enthusiasm, expertise, and a commitment to excellence in teaching.

The successful candidate will demonstrate they are:

An outstanding and inspiring classroom teacher;
Knowledgeable in teaching English and History with a strong understanding of current pedagogical thinking;
Committed to student care and wellbeing; and
Dedicated to delivering a high-quality programme.

About PEGS

Penleigh and Essendon Grammar School (PEGS) has approximately 3,000 students from Kindergarten to Year 12 across campuses in Moonee Ponds, Essendon and Keilor East.

At the heart of all we do at PEGS are our core values, embodied in REACH: Respect, Excellence, Accountability, Curiosity and Heart.

We offer a diamond education model, with co-education in Kindergarten, single-sex education throughout the Junior and Middle School years, and co-education at the Senior School (Larkin Centre) in Years 11 and 12.

Our outstanding staff, facilities and programmes support student wellbeing and learning while developing creative, curious, reflective and courageous young people who are equipped to make a positive contribution to their communities.

PEGS promotes the safety, wellbeing and participation of all students, including supporting children from culturally diverse backgrounds and those with learning diversity and inclusion needs.

Why Join PEGS?

Joining our school means becoming part of a community that values integrity, creativity, and resilience. It means contributing to an environment where every member feels valued and supported, and where lifelong learning is celebrated.

Benefits include:

Competitive salary and salary packaging
Opportunities for professional development
Outstanding facilities and resources
Access to an Employee Assistance Program
Free onsite parking

VIT registration, a current criminal record check and eligibility to work in Australia are required for this role.

To Apply

Please provide a letter of application, resume and the names of at least two referees to Simone Fisher, Director of Human Resources via the link below.

Please see the position description for further details.

Applications are due 4pm Monday 28 September 2026.

Apply now to join a school community that will inspire, challenge and reward you, so you can impart this to the next generation.

Click here to find out more about the school.

Penleigh and Essendon Grammar School is committed to Equal Employment Opportunity principles and understands the importance of diversity and inclusion. We welcome applications from all people regardless of age, gender, ethnicity, cultural background, disability, or sexual orientation.

Secondary Teacher of History and English

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