The Victorian Government is investing more than $1.8 billion to continue to build a strong and sustainable school workforce. That's because we know our teachers, school leaders and school support staff shape the lives and learning outcomes of all Victorian students.
These investments have contributed to the number of registered teachers in Victoria growing by 12,000 from 2020 to 2024.
Whether you're thinking about becoming a teacher or you're already working in education, we're here to support you.
Explore the sections on this page and find programs and packages to help you achieve your goals as a teacher.
Studying to become a teacher
Free secondary teaching degrees
Discover how you can access a full scholarship that will cover your study and living costs so you can become a secondary school teacher.
Employment-based teaching degrees
Study to become a teacher while getting hands-on experience in real schools.
Rural and regional placements
Explore our supports for teaching students during placements in rural and regional schools.
Starting or returning to a teaching career
Graduate Teacher Recruitment Initiative
Discover how you can benefit from a financial incentive of up to $5,650 to take up a teaching role at a government school.
Teacher Financial Incentives
Incentives of up to $50,000 to help teachers relocate to jobs in rural and regional government schools.
Support for returning teachers
Funded placements, professional development, 1-on-1 employability coaching, resources and guidance for teachers considering a return to teaching.
Find a teaching job
Easily apply for teaching jobs or submit your cover letter and CV/resume to the Applicant Pool and get matched to classroom teaching roles.
Growing your teaching career
Career Start
Discover the Career Start initiative, designed to support graduates through mentoring, extra preparation time, and professional development.
Victorian Academy of Teaching and Leadership
Learn about opportunities for teachers and school leaders to improve their skills and deliver better education.
Supporting our education workforce
We want to make sure our hardworking teachers and school leaders have the support they need to thrive. That's why we've invested in several initiatives to keep our education workforce strong.
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