Employment at The King David School

The King David School in Melbourne is a co-educational progressive Jewish Day School catering for students from Preschool to VCE. Established on the principles of inclusion, egalitarianism and social justice, we value individuality and self-expression, a strong Australian identity, and students’ intellectual, cultural and social development within a progressive Jewish environment.

The King David School is committed to ensuring child safety and has a zero tolerance for child abuse. We are committed to providing an environment that promotes the safety, wellbeing and inclusion of children and protects them from abuse, harm, neglect, and the threat of harm. The School undertakes several screening processes of applicants to ensure the appropriate protection of children in its care. This includes reference checks, qualification checks and professional registration checks.

The King David School is an equal opportunity employer. We are dedicated to attracting, retaining and developing our people regardless of gender identity, ethnicity, sexual orientation, disability and age. Applications are encouraged from all sectors of the community, including the Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander community.

All people employed by the School must be eligible to work in Australia. You are able to work in Australia if you are an Australian Citizen, an Australian Permanent Resident or a foreign national with permission to work. The School, like all Victorian employers, is not allowed by law to employ for paid work any person who is on Long Service Leave.

For any enquiries regarding employment at The King David School, please contact the Human Resources Manager on (03) 9527 0116, or email hr@kds.vic.edu.au.

Registered School Psychologist

Fixed Term Part Time position

The King David School is known in education as a leader in Student Wellbeing.

We are seeking an experienced and registered School Psychologist.

The successful candidate will join an excellent team of Psychologists who assist students, parents and teachers, and initiate proactive programs to address social and emotional issues.

The position is for a Part-Time (0.4 FTE) and Fixed Term position, commencing 21 July 2025 until 4 July 2026, to be worked school terms only. 

The Psychologist must have relevant qualifications and have experience with counselling and psycho-educational assessment with children.

Only psychologists registered with AHPRA should apply.

You application, including your CV and cover letter, should be emailed to hr@kds.vic.edu.au 

Please complete the pre-employment form by clicking on the link below. Applicants who do not complete the form, will not be considered:

https://employment.kds.vic.edu.au/

Closing date: 15 April 2025 at 9am

(Please note: we apologise in advance, but only shortlisted candidates will be contacted)

Secondary Maths and Science Teacher

Full time, permanent position commencing Term 2, 2025.

We are seeking a Generalist Science/Maths Teacher.

The successful candidate will have

  • a strong knowledge of curriculum differentiation
  • a demonstrated desire to integrate technology into your teaching and to engage students in the learning process.
  • be able to demonstrate a track record of student success
  • excellent collaboration and communication skills.
  • VCE experience would be an advantage

You application, including your CV and cover letter, should be emailed to hr@kds.vic.edu.au 

Please complete the pre-employment form by clicking on the link below. Applicants who do not complete the form, will not be considered:

https://employment.kds.vic.edu.au/

Closing date: 7 April 2025 

(Please note: we apologise in advance, but only shortlisted candidates will be contacted)

Primary School Teacher

Fixed Term: Tuesday 29 April – Friday 12 December

We are seeking highly motivated, professional, and passionate educator to teach in our primary school.

The position is for a Full Time, Fixed-Term teacher, commencing 29 April 2025 until 12 December 2025.

We are looking for a creative dedicated teacher who works well in a supportive team.

Your application, including CV and cover letter, should be emailed to hr@kds.vic.edu.au 

Closing date: 31 March 2025

Please complete the pre-employment form by clicking on the link below. Applicants who do not complete the form, will not be considered:

https://employment.kds.vic.edu.au/

Please note: we apologise in advance, but only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

A Junior School student is running on an athletics track, being cheered on by other students. She is wearing The King David School uniform and has green accents for her sports house, Galil

Digital Technologies Teacher (Term 2)

Long Service Leave Cover Position

Are you a passionate educator with a love for teaching and technology? We are looking for a dynamic Digital Technologies Teacher to cover a teacher on Long Service Leave (LSL) for Term 2. This is a full time role, where you will teach Yr 7 and 8 Digital Technologies and also take on Year 11 VCE Applied Computing.

Key responsibilities:

  • Plan and deliver engaging Digital Technology lessons for Middle School (Yr 7 – 8) students
  • Teach Year 11 VCE Applied Computing.

Note: Applicants must be registered with the Victorian Institute of Teaching.

This is a full-time, fixed-term position for Term 2, commencing 29 April 2025.

Application, including CV and cover letter, should be emailed to hr@kds.vic.edu.au 

Please complete pre-employment form by clicking on the link below. Applicants who do not complete the form, will not be considered:

https://employment.kds.vic.edu.au/

Closing date: 15 April 2025

(Please note: we apologise in advance, but only shortlisted candidates will be contacted)

Three Senior School students are studying in the library. They have a King David school laptop. They are smiling.

RELIEF TEACHERS (CRT)

If you are interested in CRT teaching work, please send a copy of your resume to hr@kds.vic.edu.au

Please include a cover letter highlighting your preferred teaching methods.

HEBREW TEACHERS

Please contact the HR Manager directly to discuss any opportunities to teach at KDS. Please note, you must be registered with the Victorian Institute of Teaching in order to work as a Hebrew Teacher at the School.

Applications should be emailed to hr@kds.vic.edu.au and must include your CV and a cover letter.