Year 5 Teacher - Junior School (Replacement Contract)
15/05/2025
30/05/2025
Temporary
SPSC Main Campus
Junior School Teacher
About St Peter’s College
Founded in 1847, St Peter’s College is an Anglican boarding and day school for boys committed to being an exceptional community of learning centered on truth, respect and service.
With an established reputation for academic excellence, our aim is to instill in students the desire and capacity to consistently seek to improve their own lives and, importantly, that of those around them.
The School is located just two kilometres from the city centre on a single 80-acre campus. The magnificent grounds accommodate beautiful buildings, both historic and modern and the School’s educational facilities and sports fields are excellent. Our modern, purpose built Boarding House provides accommodation for 100 students from within Australia and overseas.
Over 1550 students from diverse backgrounds and abilities are educated at the School from the Early Years to Year 12. This diversity contributes powerfully and directly to the quality of a boy’s education. We are committed to being a boys’ school that promotes responsible relationships and positive attitudes towards girls and women. We are uncompromising in being a safe and inclusive learning community respectful of diverse backgrounds of race and ethnicity, gender, sexual orientation, and nationality.
Job Description
About the position
St Peter’s College is currently seeking applications for a Junior School Year 5 Teacher to begin at the commencement of Term 3. This is a fixed-term, full-time contract until the end of the 2025 school year, with the potential of ongoing employment in 2026.
Teaching staff at St Peter's College are a critical component in achieving the School's Vision and Values, and the Strategic Plan. By operating with the highest standards of integrity, professionalism and diligence they will ensure that a highly supportive and collaborative culture is promoted across the School. A teacher who creates a positive learning environment, that nurtures and fulfils the potential of all students, will enable all learners to strive and achieve their best.
Have a willingness to support the School’s values and Anglican ethos.
Hold relevant teaching qualifications.
Have experience in upper primary classroom teaching.
Have a sound knowledge of current primary educational theory and curriculum.
Plan and implement an engaging and vibrant teaching and learning program.
Have a South Australian Teachers Registration and Working with Children Check.
Provide evidence of completed training in Responding to Risks of Harm, Abuse and Neglect - Education and Care, and First Aid.
Why work for us
St Peter's College offers a welcoming learning community connected by a shared vision and values. Our staff take great pride in delivering an exceptional education experience for our students who are motivated to learn, and for our families who truly value their partnership with the School. We foster a collaborative and supportive work environment where knowledge and expertise are built through professional growth and development opportunities. Our incredible facilities are complemented by the resources required to engage students in innovative and creative ways. With a focus on the pastoral care and wellbeing of both staff and students, the inclusive, community-focused culture of the School provides an environment in which staff are supported to perform their best.
How to apply
Please address applications to the Headmaster, Mr Tim Browning and include a CV and cover letter in one document explaining your skills, capabilities, experiences and reasons for applying.
Applications close Friday 30 May 2025.
For a confidential discussion, please contact Julia De Corso, People and Culture Advisor on (08) 8404 0436
The successful applicant will be expected to satisfy child protection screening and adhere to the School's Child Protection Policy.
St Peter's College is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
