Secondary Teachers | Melbourne & Regional Victoria

Catholic | Independent | Government Schools

Immediate | Term 4, 2026 | Term 1, 2027

The best teaching opportunities aren't always the ones advertised.

Schools across Victoria are recruiting for immediate vacancies, planning ahead for Term 4 and securing outstanding teachers for Term 1, 2027. HARKE is a chosen partner to schools in Melbourne and regional Victoria and we have classroom teacher through to senior leadership live right now.

Whether you're looking for a new challenge, career progression, leadership opportunities or simply a school that's a better fit, HARKE Recruitment can help.

We partner with leading Catholic, Independent and Government schools across metropolitan Melbourne and regional Victoria, giving teachers access to opportunities that aren't always advertised publicly.

Current Opportunities

We're recruiting for permanent and fixed-term positions across a wide range of teaching areas, including:

• English
• Mathematics
• Science
• Humanities
• Health & Physical Education
• Religious Education
• Digital Technologies
• Design & Technology
• Food Technology
• Visual Arts, Drama & Music
• Learning Diversity & Inclusive Education

We also have leadership opportunities available, including Heads of Department, Teaching & Learning Leaders, Learning Diversity Leaders and Year Level Leaders for 2027

Why Apply Through HARKE?

One application gives you access to multiple opportunities across Victoria.

Rather than applying for individual vacancies, you'll work with a specialist education recruiter who will take the time to understand what matters to you; whether that's location, school culture, leadership opportunities or long-term career goals.

We'll introduce you to schools where we genuinely believe you'll be the right fit and support you throughout the entire recruitment process.

What You'll Need

• Current VIT registration or eligibility to obtain registration
• Full Australian working rights
• Two professional referees
• Complete HARKE's safeguarding and compliance onboarding process

Victorian Teacher Salaries

Victorian Government teacher salaries are currently under enterprise bargaining negotiations. A proposed agreement includes significant salary increases that would position Victorian teachers among the highest paid in Australia if approved.

Apply Now

If you're considering a move this year or planning ahead for 2027, we'd love to hear from you.

Submit your CV today and tell us your:

• Teaching areas
• Preferred locations
• Availability
• Leadership aspirations (if applicable)

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