Staff Life at Lowther Hall

At the heart

Community

At Lowther Hall, community is at the core of who we are. We believe that a strong sense of connection fosters collaboration, growth, and success for both students and staff. Our inclusive culture nurtures meaningful relationships among current and past students, staff, parents, and the wider network of friends and supporters. This sense of community is strengthened through events that bring us together - whether to celebrate important causes like International Women’s Day, to honour our volunteers, or to recognise long-serving staff. Every individual within our community contributes uniquely to shaping the culture and spirit of Lowther Hall.

Values

Sense of Belonging

Lowther Hall is built on a genuine community of care, where all staff are united in their commitment to helping our girls become the best versions of themselves. Each member of our team is dedicated to their profession, fully understanding the significance of their role and their place within our community. We take pride in fostering a shared sense of purpose, with everyone aligned to our values and mission. A proud tradition at Lowther Hall is the gifting of a teddy bear to every staff member and student - a symbolic reminder of the strong connections within our community and the important role each person plays in it.

Holly with Senior School Students outside Teacher Garden

Commitment to excellence

A Culture of Continuous Improvement

At Lowther Hall, our commitment to providing an exceptional education for our girls is driven by a culture of continuous improvement. Feedback plays a vital role in shaping our practices and enhancing our school environment. Students regularly participate in classroom surveys, offering valuable insights into teaching methods and classroom climate, which are incorporated into professional development. Additionally, parents, staff, and students contribute to annual surveys administered by Independent Schools Victoria. These Listen, Evaluate, Act, Deliver (LEAD) surveys, conducted in August, provide comprehensive feedback on various aspects of school life, with results shared with staff to guide future planning and improvement.

Supporting our staff

Professional Benefits

At Lowther Hall, we recognise that a strong set of professional benefits is essential for attracting and retaining talented staff. We offer a comprehensive range of benefits designed to support the wellbeing, growth, and work-life balance of our team. These benefits include:

Enterprise Bargaining Agreement (EBA)
Low face-to-face ratio
Salary Packaging
Feedback & Recognition Processes
Professional Learning & Development
Employee Assistance Program

By investing in our staff's success and wellbeing, we create a positive and productive school community, ensuring that our team is equipped and motivated to deliver the best possible education to our students.

A Culture of Appreciation and Belonging

We value the people who make our School special. From recognising long-serving staff to celebrating life’s milestones, we foster a warm, inclusive community where everyone feels seen, supported and appreciated.

Service and Recognition

Recognising Long-Serving Staff

We celebrate significant milestone lengths of service: 35, 25, 20 and 15 years. We are incredibly grateful for the dedication and passion of our long-serving staff members, who have shaped generations of students.

Wellbeing

Staff Association

The Lowther Hall Staff Association fosters community spirit by celebrating milestones, organising gifts and events, and supporting staff wellbeing throughout the year.

Staff Wellness

A Commitment to Staff Wellbeing

At Lowther Hall, we recognise that supporting the wellbeing of our staff is essential to fostering a positive, productive, and fulfilling work environment. We are committed to promoting the physical, emotional, and professional wellbeing of our team through a variety of initiatives and support systems, including:

A dedicated Staff Wellbeing Committee that meets regularly to lead and coordinate wellbeing initiatives
Termly staff get-togethers that focus on community connection or contributing to a cause
Flu vaccinations and health initiatives provided such as blood checks
Onsite Nurse and access to the Health Centre
Morning tea and lunch provided to all staff once a term on Staff Days
Multiple Staff Days each term to allow time for planning, collaboration, and professional learning
Opportunities to participate in wellbeing-focused activities such as Active April
Coffee cart available on Staff Days as a gesture of appreciation

Join our Team

Developing, recruiting and sustaining our most valuable asset – our staff – is of the utmost importance in fulfilling our educational mission. Become part of our professional, caring community of life long learners by applying for a position at Lowther Hall today.

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