Ongoing Graduate Teacher - Primary Teaching - Murrabit Group School

Location Profile  

Murrabit Group School has a rich history, originating from the amalgamation of small schools in the area back in 1971. Nestled in picturesque surroundings, the school is conveniently located 30km north of Kerang, 21km west of Koondrook-Barham, and just 3km from the scenic Murray River.

Serving a predominantly farming community, with 80% of students commuting by bus, Murrabit Group School enjoys unwavering support from the local Murrabit community. The school provides an individualised learning program where relationships are key, with a current enrolment of 33 students. Our learning environment is calm and inclusive.

At Murrabit Group School, the core belief is that every student possesses the ability to learn and thrive. This philosophy is realized through a nurturing, flexible, and positive environment that encourages self-esteem, self-confidence, independent learning habits, creative and critical thinking, as well as cooperation and tolerance. Our close-knit community fosters an environment where every student is known, valued, and supported on their educational journey.

The school values the close working relationship between students, staff, parents, and the school community, fostering success for students. Parent and community participation enriches the school program.

A key objective for the school is to be recognized for its excellence in academic standards and the achievements of its students. 
Murrabit Group School is dedicated to achieving excellence in education. We strive for the success of each and every student, embracing a commitment to academic excellence through explicit instruction and a knowledge-rich curriculum. Our passionate educators are dedicated to inspiring a love for learning, ensuring that our students are well-prepared for the challenges of the future.

In 2024, the school employs 3.2 EFT teachers, including a full-time Principal, two full-time classroom teachers, shared classroom specialist roles, (including Steph Alexander Garden, PE and STEAM) a 0.2 Music/LOTE (Italian) teacher. We provided individualised support through the tutor program online and face to face. The school also has a Business Manager (0.4 EFT) and two Integration Aides (0.8 EFT), resulting in a total of 3 classroom teachers. Students are grouped into three classes for Literacy & Numeracy blocks, point of need whole school spelling, with flexible arrangements within the basic framework of P/1/2, 3/4, and 5/6. We have a 0.4 Mental Health in Schools coordinator to provide student, staff and family support through our whole school wellbeing approach.

The school received a new building in 2013 under the BER umbrella, providing modern facilities with up-to-date technologies. The original 96-year-old two-room school building was retained and refurbished in 2020 through federal and state funding, featuring new cladding, paint, carpet, and vinyl.

The school newly offers an OSHC program, before and after school care for families.

We recognise the importance of a well-rounded education. In addition to our focus on academic achievement, we offer enriching specialist programs in Physical Education, The Arts, and Science. Murrabit Group School offers a comprehensive curriculum supplemented by various programs, including visits from the Mobile Area Resource Centre and Mobile Area Craft Centre, weekly Music and Italian programs, participation in the Murray Plains Cluster for interschool activities, Bike Education and Road Safety, an intensive swimming program, Arts Council productions, the Stephanie Alexander Garden Program, Gr 5/6 Leadership Program, and an engaging camps program for the entire school. The school has also commenced a SRC where student voice and agency are encouraged.

The school's spacious grounds and oval area include an excellent sports stadium, erected in 2018, providing an outstanding all-weather facility. Additionally, the school has a steel structure over the sandpit and a Stephanie Alexander Garden with a portable kitchen for cooking activities. Access to community sporting facilities such as golf, tennis, football, netball, and cricket further enhances the overall experience. The student sport and garden shed has just been upgraded and a new outdoor learning area installed. The concrete playground areas boast colourful new sports and curriculum markings and are surround by vast lawns and native flora. Our refreshed toilet block has a mural depicting local fauna created together with Melbourne Graffiti artists. Our current artwork project includes depicting local indigenous stories with an indigenous artist in partnership with our aboriginal families. Our Active school grant will also look at new sports equipment, bike shed and bikes.

Murrabit Group School enjoys strong community support, reciprocated by making school facilities available for community use. The monthly market organized by the Murrabit Advancement Association serves as a significant local fundraising opportunity. The school actively contributes to the community through a local newsletter, participation in special functions, and involvement in various community activities.

Program Benefits 

This position attracts an incentive payment of $5,650 (pre-tax) for the successful candidate who meets the eligibility criteria set out under conditions of employment. 

Conditions of Employment 

All staff employed by the Department and schools have access to a broad range of employment conditions and working arrangements. 

The appointment of successful applicants will be made subject to a satisfactory pre-employment conditions check. 

A probationary period may apply during the first year of employment and induction and support programs provided. 

Eligibility for incentive payments: 

• The successful candidate is committing to a minimum of 1 year employment at this school 
• The successful candidate will not be a Graduate Teacher Incentive recipient from a previous vacancy 
• The successful candidate must not be employed as a teacher by the Department at the time the advertised position is to commence 

EEO AND OHS Commitment 

The Department of Education is committed to the principles of equal opportunity, and diversity and inclusion for all. We value diversity and inclusion in all forms – gender, religion, ethnicity, LGBTIQ+, disability and neurodiversity. Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander candidates are strongly encouraged to apply for roles within the Department.  The Department recognises that the provision of family friendly, supportive, safe and harassment free workplaces is essential to high performance and promotes flexible work, diversity and safety across all schools and Department workplaces.  It is our policy to provide reasonable adjustments for persons with a disability (see Workplace adjustment guidelines). 

Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander applicants can contact Brett West, Yamatji man, in the Koorie Outcomes Division to talk about the recruitment process, the Department and supports for Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander people in the Department. Mobile: 0477 726 801 or email on: [email protected]