Employment Opportunities
Employment Philosophy and Conditions
Kilvington Grammar School is committed to providing a child safe environment. We believe our students have the right to feel and be safe. We value and respect student empowerment and participation when making decisions that affect them.
We have zero tolerance for child abuse and are committed to acting in our students’ best interests and keeping them safe from harm. We regard our child safety responsibilities with the utmost importance and, as such, are committed to providing the necessary resources to ensure compliance with all relevant child safety laws and regulations and maintaining a child safe culture.
Our commitment to child safety is an integral part of every aspect of the School. Therefore, every member of the School community has a responsibility to understand the important specific role they play individually and collectively to ensure the safety and wellbeing of our students is at the forefront of all that they do and every decision that they make.
All staff at Kilvington Grammar School are required to complete the School’s Child Safety and Wellbeing training program on an annual basis. The staff onboarding platform contains copies of the School’s Child Safety and Wellbeing Policies which all staff are required to read, accept and comply with.
Employment at the School is subject to the following compliance requirements:
- Applicants for teaching positions must hold registration (or permission to teach) with the Victorian Institute of Teaching.
- General staff (non-teaching staff, including music tutors) must hold, or be prepared to undergo, a Working with Children Check and a National Police Check.
Kilvington Grammar School is committed to non-discriminatory recruitment by providing equal employment opportunity to all, and maintains strict privacy and confidentiality regarding your application.
Laboratory Technician
Ongoing, Part-Time (0.60 FTE) | School Term Time Only
Kilvington Grammar School is seeking a motivated and organised Laboratory Technician to join our Science Faculty on an ongoing, part-time basis.
This is a 0.60 FTE position, working Mondays, Tuesdays and Thursdays during school term time, providing essential technical and operational support to practical Science and STEAM programs across the School.Commencement: ASAP
Key responsibilities include:
- Preparation and organisation of equipment, materials and solutions for practical Science and STEAM classes
- Assisting teachers during practical lessons and trialling experiments prior to class use
- Supporting Science Clubs, Science Week and other events as required
- Maintaining safe storage, handling and disposal of chemicals and laboratory materials
- Managing ordering, stock control and maintenance of laboratory equipment
- Completing and updating risk assessments and safety documentation to ensure compliance
- Providing technical advice and assistance to staff and students
The successful applicant will have:
- Experience working in a science laboratory or educational environment
- Strong organisational skills and attention to detail
- Well-developed communication and interpersonal skills
- A proactive, flexible and collaborative approach
- Sound computing skills for stock control and data management (highly desirable)
- An understanding of the school environment and experience working with students (desirable but not essential)
Qualifications and requirements:
- Certificate IV in Laboratory Techniques or a degree in a Science discipline
- A current Employee Working With Children Check (or ability to obtain prior to commencement)
- A current full Victorian Driver’s License and access to a car for collecting resources
How to Apply
Please submit your cover letter and curriculum vitae, including the names of three referees, via the SEEK Apply button.
Applications close: 5:00pm Monday 19 January 2026, unless the position is filled earlier. Early applications are encouraged.
For more information about the role, and to apply, please refer below.
Trumpet and French Horm Tutor
Casual Instrumental Music Position | Commencing Term 1, 2026
Kilvington Grammar School is seeking an enthusiastic and skilled Trumpet and/or French Horn Tutor to join our Instrumental Music Program.
This role may be filled by one tutor teaching both instruments or two separate tutors. Applicants must clearly indicate in their application whether they are applying to teach Trumpet, French Horn, or both.
Position Details:
- Casual Position
- Combined load of approximately 1.5 days per week
- Availability on Thursdays is essential to support the Year 5 Band Program
- Early February commencement, aligned with the start of lessons in Term 1
Key responsibilities include:
- Delivering high-quality individual and small-group instrumental tuition
- Preparing students for AMEB and equivalent practical examinations
- Supporting students within the Year 5 Band Program (Thursday commitment required)
- Contributing positively to the broader Instrumental Music and Performing Arts programs
The successful applicant(s) will have:
- Demonstrated expertise in Trumpet and/or French Horn tuition
- Experience teaching school-aged students across a range of abilities
- Experience conducting or directing an ensemble (highly desirable)
- Familiarity with AMEB syllabus and examination preparation
- Strong communication skills and a collaborative, student-centred approach
- A current Working With Children Check (Employee) and relevant music qualifications
How to Apply
Please submit your cover letter and curriculum vitae, including the names of three referees, via the SEEK Apply button.
Applications close: 5:00pm Friday 23 January 2026, unless the position is filled earlier. Early applications are encouraged.
For more information about the role, and to apply, please refer below.