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Learning Assistant: Primary position and Secondary position (commencing 2027)

Applications Close: 05 November 2026, 09:00 AM

Yarra Valley Grammar in Ringwood is a leading, coeducational school in the Anglican tradition catering for students from Early Learning to Year 12.

We understand the value of students working together to develop teamwork, sociability and self confidence. Yarra Valley Grammar is a school with a positive 'can do' attitude that gives its students the confidence to achieve.

The position involves providing class assistance, individual student assistance, small group work, and administration. Attendance at school camps is required. The successful applicant will have exceptional communication, interpersonal and literacy skills, be a committed team player and be able to create and maintain a secure and friendly atmosphere for our students. Certificate IV in Education Support or teaching qualifications and background is required.

This is a contract position with the potential for ongoing. Hours of work are 8.30am to 3.30pm, five days per week, during term time only.  Commencing January 2027.

If not VIT registered, a current Working with Children Check is mandatory. 

Applications close 9.00am on Thursday, 5 November 2026.  Yarra Valley Grammar reserves the right to interview and appoint prior to the aforementioned closing date.

To view a detailed Position Description for Learning Assistant - Junior School, please click here and for Learning Assistant - Secondary School, please click here.

Please direct any queries to Mrs Julia Walker, Director of Learning Support (telephone 9262 7700).

Applications should include a resume (including three referees) and covering letter addressed to:

Dr Amy Van Arkkels
Principal
Yarra Valley Grammar
Kalinda Road
RINGWOOD VIC 3134 

 

Yarra Valley Grammar is a Child Safe organisation and has zero tolerance for child abuse.   It is a condition of employment that all employees comply with various policies and procedures, including Child Safe policies. Failure to comply with these policies will result in disciplinary action.

Applications should include:
  • A cover letter that demonstrates your suitability to undertake the requirements of the position
  • A curriculum vitae detailing your relevant qualifications and experience
  • Contact details of three referees
  • Applicants are requested to apply online (unless otherwise specified) by 4.00pm on the specified closing date. Enquiries regarding the application process can be directed here.
  • Yarra Valley Grammar is an equal employment opportunity employer and applies strict privacy and confidentiality guidelines to the handling of your personal information in compliance with current legislation.

Employment at Yarra Valley Grammar is subject to the following requirements:

Applicants for teaching positions must hold current registration with the Victorian Institute of Teaching

  • Other staff (non-academic staff, including sessional music staff, sports coaches and other casuals) must hold, or be prepared to undergo, a Working with Children Check and/or a National Police Record Check.

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Yarra Valley Grammar is a Child Safe organization and has zero tolerance for child abuse