Employment at The King David School
The King David School in Melbourne is a co-educational progressive Jewish Day School catering for 800 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.
Coordinator Jewish Experiential Education - Middle & Senior School
Come lead our team of inspiring and supportive experiential educators. Together, we will help our students foster a meaningful connection with Judaism, Israel and themselves in the world.
We’re seeking a dynamic and creative individual to join our team as a Coordinator of Jewish Experiential Education. This role involves developing and leading innovative, hands-on programs that bring Jewish learning to life for our diverse community. Experience in facilitation and informal education is important.
The JEE Coordinator acts as a role model to students, offers inspiring Jewish learning opportunities and supports the development of student leadership at upper year levels.
The role is 0.5. – 0.6 (equivalent to 3 days a week). Youth movement background is preferred, but no teaching degree is required.
Please email your CV and cover letter 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: 30 August 2024
The School is committed to ensuring child safety and has a zero tolerance for child abuse. The School undertakes several screening processes to ensure the appropriate protection of children in its care.
We apologise in advance but only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
EMERGENCY TEACHERS
If you are interested in emergency 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.
