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Employment Opportunities at MECS

We are very excited to have a number of incredible opportunities to welcome new staff to our team at MECS! 

See the MECS website for more details and how to apply.

https://www.mecs.vic.edu.au/employment/

Applicants must have a working with Children card and current Police Record Check.

MECS has a strict Child Safety Policy. The safety and wellbeing of all our students is a high priority. As part of our recruitment process, MECS undertakes rigorous reference and background checking. Positions are not available to overseas applicants.

Please be aware that applications will be reviewed as they are submitted, and interviews and offers may occur prior to the closing date. MECS does not accept unsolicited agency approaches. We expect candidates to apply directly.

If you're passionate about working alongside young people but need a bit more flexibility in your week, one of these roles might just be for you.

Business Manager

Mount Evelyn Christian School is seeking a suitably qualified and experienced person to join the Executive Team in the position of Business Manager. The Business Manager is appointed by the Board and reports to the Principal. The Business Manager is a member of the school’s Executive Team, with responsibilities to the School Board.

The Business Manager is to serve as the Executive responsible for the financial and business operations of the school. The Business Manager is accountable for contributing to and delivering the strategic vision of MECS in terms of its stewardship and provision of finances, financial and administrative activities and property development to achieve the intended educational outcomes.

Key requirements for the position include:

• Suitable qualifications (CA/CPA preferred);
  Excellent financial management and accounting skills;
• Knowledge of and commitment to the ethos and values of Christian education;
• High levels of organisational leadership skills;
• Experience in schools and/or not-for-profit organisations is desirable

For enquiries, please contact Lo-arna Riches on 9738 6000 or lriches@mecs.vic.edu.au

Applications close Friday 7th June, 2024.

Attendance Officer

Mount Evelyn Christian School has a part-time (0.79 FTE) position available for an Attendance Officer, commencing Monday 15 July, 2024. The hours and days of this position are 9am – 3.30pm, Monday to Friday.

The primary task of the Attendance Officer is to coordinate the attendance of students. This will involve collating and maintaining attendance records, analysing attendance data and communicating with parents and school staff as required. 

For enquiries, please contact Lo-arna Riches on 9738 6000 or lriches@mecs.vic.edu.au

Applications close: 3.00pm, Friday 24 May, 2024.

Secondary Wellbeing Officer

Mount Evelyn Christian School (MECS) has a part time Secondary Wellbeing Officer position available (2 days per week/FTE 0.35), to begin as soon as possible, or by negotiation.

The Secondary Wellbeing Officer has a broad role. They undertake a variety of duties which mostly comprises assisting and supporting students in Year 7-12 with social and emotional challenges, with the goal to transition students back into the classroom and other educational activities. The position may also include some administrative or clerical tasks. The Secondary Wellbeing Officer works as part of the wellbeing team at MECS. The duties are performed under close direction and supervision from the Secondary Wellbeing Coordinator.

Key selection criteria:

• Knowledge, skill, and experience in providing emotional support to students with mental health and wellbeing challenges.
• Work with social and emotionally distressed students individually, and in small groups effectively.
• Can work independently (initiative skills) and work collaboratively as a team.
  Strong organizational and documentation skills.
• Know and comply with ChildSafe and confidentiality protocols and boundaries.
• Previous professional or community volunteer experience in working with young people with mental health and wellbeing challenges.

For further information about the position, please contact Bonnie Evans, Secondary Wellbeing Coordinator, via email: bevans@mecs.vic.edu.au. Further discussion via phone call can also be arranged by emailing Bonnie.

Applications close: 9am, Monday 27 May, 2024.

Secondary Science Teacher

Mount Evelyn Christian School has a position available for a Secondary Science Teacher commencing Monday 13 May, 2024. This is a fixed contract position, ending 21st January 2025 or by negotiation.

This is a 0.35 – 0.5 FTE position, across a 7-8 day fortnight. There is the possibility of increased hours for the right applicant.

For enquiries, please contact Karissa Esselbrugge on 9738 6000 or kesselbrugge@mecs.vic.edu.au

Applications close: 4pm, Monday 20 May, 2024.

Accounts Officer

Mount Evelyn Christian School has a full-time position available for an Accounts Officer, commencing immediately. This is a full time 1.0 FTE position over 5 days a week.

The primary task of the Accounts Officer is to administer and coordinate the effective and efficient operations of the accounts receivable and other finance processes. 

For enquiries, please contact Gerry Beimers on 9738 6000 or gbeimers@mecs.vic.edu.au

Applications close: 3.00pm, Monday 20 May, 2024.

Contemporary/Jazz Piano Teacher

Mount Evelyn Christian School is seeking an experienced, passionate, enthusiastic and skilled piano teacher commencing as soon as possible. This is a fixed contract until the end of the 2024 school year and could suit a new graduate or an experienced teacher.

The applicant should be suitably qualified, have previous experience in a similar role and teach in a way that keeps students motivated and well organised. They must be able to teach piano in the genre of contemporary music, including jazz, improvisation, modern worship and other popular modern music genres. The successful applicant will be able to teach notation, theory and chord charts.

For enquiries, please contact Tristan Forrest on 9738 6000 or tforrest@mecs.vic.edu.au

Applications close: 4pm, Monday 27 May, 2024.

Secondary Learning Assistant

Mount Evelyn Christian School has a part-time position (0.5 – 0.85 FTE) available for a Learning Assistant (Teacher’s Aide) in our Secondary School, commencing Monday 6 or 13 May, 2024.

MECS is looking for a Learning Assistant to join the growing Learning Support team in the Senior Secondary section of MECS. The role is to support one or two identified students in the Vocational Majors program (formerly VCAL) 3 days per week. The ability to build effective relationships is vital in this role, and some knowledge and/or experience of supporting students living with autism would be helpful. There is possibility for extension of employment to 5 days a week, supporting other students in the Secondary School.

For enquiries, please contact Karissa Esselbrugge on 9738 6000 or kesselbrugge@mecs.vic.edu.au

Applications close: 4pm, Friday 24 May, 2024.