Department of Education - Victoria

Murrum Primary School is a new government school opening in 2026, located on wurundjeri country at 90 Elpis Rd, Weir Views, 3338. Murrum is the indigenous wurundjeri word for 'joeys'. The establishment of this new school in the Melton community will support the increasing enrolment demand from a growing local population. Our location is unique in that the suburb has been developing over several years prior to the school opening, and is relatively close to the bustling CBD of Melton and therefore provides easy access to local community services.

 

Murrum Primary School will open with places for up to 715 students with enrolments open from Foundation to Year 6. Murrum PS is a Supported Inclusion School providing up to 65 place for students with a diagnosis of Intellectual Disability within the total enrolment. This provides a unique opportunity to open another local school in the Melton community that provides high-quality education for local students, strengthening the already established education provision in this growth area.

 

When open for Term 1, 2026, the school will include:

• An administration and library building with spaces for art, science and food technology
• 3 learning neighbourhoods (including a 2-storey neighbourhood)
• Hard courts and a sports field
• A gymnasium/performing arts/community hub building.

Murrum Primary School will be co-located with an Early Learning Centre that will provide long day and Three-and Four-Year Old Kindergarten programs, supporting families with care needs and a smoother transition to primary school. The Victorian Government-owned centre will be run by Early Learning Victoria and will provide another unique opportunity of building a professional relationship that strengthens the learning of all students.

 

At Murrum Primary School we pride ourselves on being an inclusive and progressive school community. Our staff are our most valuable resource and we will provide support & recognition accordingly. Our Administration, Learning, Wellbeing and Principal Class teams will be visible and working together with staff to support the best outcomes for students. We will open as a government Supported Inclusion School with specific places for students with an Intellectual Disability diagnosis, this unique opportunity will create a community of learners with a collective approach and commitment to building exemplary practice and pride in growth and achievement for all. Our staff will demonstrate strong values in offering Safe, Calm and Dignified educational environment. Our staff with show care, act with integrity through honesty, celebrate achievement, encourage motivation and build persistence for all students and each other. You are a MPS CHAMPion!

 

The founding Teaching Team will be integral to shaping and creating the culture, philosophy and strategic intent for our new school. Our teachers' commitment to growth, reflection and responsive behaviour with a high-level ability to remain adaptable, flexible and positive in approach will be critical in forming our desired culture of learning and growth.

 

Our new school presents an exciting opportunity for educators to partner with all members of our community in the creation of a contemporary school that will have significant influence in future learning outcomes of the students.

 

Further information regarding the founding defining elements of culture, philosophy and teaching and learning approach at Murrum Primary School can be accessed by contacting Principal Sam Fleming at Samantha.Fleming@education.vic.gov.au, Assistant Principal Allision Chircop Allison.Chircop@education.vic.gov.au or Kerrie Cull Kerrie.Cull@education.vic.gov.au  or the school mobile phone 0469 825 767 (school phone manned during term Monday to Friday 8.30am-3.30pm).

 

Please note that there will be information sessions run.

1. Online Thursday 18th September 7.30pm - contact Sam before 6pm Thursday 18th September to receive the Webex details
2. Online Wednesday 24th September 9.30am - contact Sam before 9am Wednesday 24th September to receive the Webex details
3. Online Wednesday 24th September 2pm - contact Sam before 1pm Wednesday 24th September to receive the Webex details
4. Potential for another Online session offered around 1st October, email the contacts to register your interest

For any interested candidates who are unable to attend an information session please email Sam, Kerrie or Allison to receive an information pack to peruse so that you can determine if Murrum pedagogy aligns with your pedagogy.

 

Please submit Cover Letter, CV and SC as one PDF document.

*Providing 3 professional references and their contact details in your documents as they may be contacted prior to shortlisting*

 

SC1    Demonstrated knowledge of the relevant curriculum, including the capacity to incorporate the teaching of literacy and numeracy skills. Demonstrated capacity to respond to student learning needs.

SC2    Demonstrated capacity to implement high impact teaching strategies, guided by how students learn, and evaluate the impact of learning and teaching programs on student learning growth. 

SC3    Demonstrated capacity to monitor and assess student learning. Demonstrated capacity to use data to inform teaching practice and to provide feedback on student learning growth and achievement to students and parents.

SC4    Demonstrated interpersonal and communication skills. Demonstrated capacity to establish and maintain collaborative relationships with students, parents, colleagues and the broader school community to support student learning, wellbeing and engagement.    

SC5    Demonstrated behaviours and attitudes consistent with Department values. Demonstrated capacity to reflect upon practice and engage in professional learning to continually improve the quality of teaching.