at Toorak College
Mount Eliza, Mornington Peninsula & Bass Coast VIC
26d ago
26d ago
Toorak College
(5 reviews)
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Education, Training & Professional Development
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Old Mornington Road, Mount Eliza, Vic, 3930, Australia
Toorak College is a thriving Independent School on the Mornington Peninsula. All our staff, whether they be teachers, administration or support staff, are committed to achieving the best possible outcomes for all of our students. Through collaboration, professional development and the pursuit of continuous improvement, our staff play a critical role in encouraging and inspiring students to be the best that they can be.Our mission is to lead excellence in education and provide innovative learning opportunities for individuals, to strive to achieve their ambitions in a connected, welcoming environment."Our dream at Toorak College is to develop passionate, proud and confident young people who dream big and believe there are no limits to what they can achieve. Our passionate staff are integral to making this a reality."— Mrs Kristy Kendall, PrincipalAs a staff member of Toorak College, you will enjoy:- Participation in diverse, relevant and engaging professional development opportunities in the pursuit of continuous improvement and excellence.- A collaborative, innovative and dynamic work environment in which all staff can thrive in their field of expertise.- Staff discount on tuition fees.- Access to financial planners, KRA.- Access to workplace benefits through our provider, Maxxia, such as salary packaging (the payment of your mortgage, rent, gas or electricity etc with pre tax dollars to reduce your income tax) and also access to Maxxia Rewards which entitles you to discounts, promotions and exclusive offers on lifestyle and retail expenses, like cinema tickets, food, fashion, travel and leisure.- Extensive IT and e-Learning networks and support.- Active participation in our School community steeped in over 140 years of history and spirit.- An extensive and evolving bayside campus located in the heart of Mt Eliza on the Mornington Peninsula.Child SafetyAll staff at Toorak College are expected to take an active role and are well informed of their obligations in relation to Child Safety. The Toorak College Statement of Child Safety Commitment is incorporated in the Toorak College staff employment cycle from recruitment and reference checking to induction, 3 and 6 month probationary review processes and regular staff training and professional development.Employment with Toorak College is subject to school policies including the Child Safe policy, Code of Conduct and Statement of Understanding of Professional Expectations.Equal OpportunityToorak College is committed to a learning and working environment that promotes wellbeing, is positive and supportive for all members of the School learning community and is committed to ensuring that the environment is free from discrimination, harassment (including sexual harassment), vilification, victimisation and bullying.Through our recruitment processes we encourage as many applicants as possible to apply for roles within the School regardless of gender, cultural background or the existence of a disability. The skills, abilities and experience of the candidate are fundamental in all recruitment decisions. As part of our recruitment process, all employees and volunteers are screened (including Reference, Victorian Institute of Teaching and Working with Children checks).Recruitment ProcessToorak College welcomes applications from dynamic and diverse professionals who wish to join a School which equally challenges both its students and staff. Successful candidates will be assessed based on their skills, experience, passion for their chosen vocation and their genuine commitment to achieving the best possible outcomes for all students of the School.Source: This is an extract from the company’s own website.
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Toorak College is widely praised for its positive culture, supportive management, and excellent facilities, including lovely grounds and a view of the sea. The students are described as great, lovely, and sensational, contributing to a positive work environment. However, reviewers acknowledge that workloads can be demanding, with teachers' schedules spread thin, making collaboration and streamlining of quality work a challenge. Additionally, there is a recognition that expectations can sometimes be unrealistic, although this is a common challenge in the education sector.
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Recent reviews
5.0
Head of Boarding
Nov 2023Mount Eliza VIC 3930current employee
Wonderful!
The good thingsGreat culture, lovely grounds and really great students
The challengesall schools have their challenges but these are lesssened by a supportive exec
5.0
Administrative support staff
May 2017Great school!
The good thingsNot a teacher, but from a spectator point of view, I love how happy the students and teachers seem to be. Teachers appear to support the students very well.
Supportive and very friendly environment, who wouldn't love to work in a place where you are greeted with a smile from all your colleagues every single day.
There is encouragement for professional development across all levels of the school, everyone is treated with equal respect.
Oh and not to mention the view of the sea! The facilities, the cafe etc. etc.........
The challengesOf course there are times when we are stretched thin, but I see that as part of working in a school, never predictable! Not a bad thing......
5.0
Boarding
Apr 2017current employee
A positive environment to master your craft.
The good thingsThis is a professional and forward thinking educational institution. The management want you to take calculated risks for the benefit of the students. The students are sensational and the setting is beautiful. It is refreshing to work in such a place!
The challengesThere are daily challenges but always supported by colleagues and management.
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