Teaching Roles - 2026 commencement
The Opportunities
St Mary’s College invites passionate, dedicated and forward-thinking Educators to become part of our vibrant College Community in 2026:
- Permanent Fulltime Teacher - Upper Primary and Middle Years
- Permanent Fulltime Teacher - Senior and Middle School English, HASS and Activating Identity & Futures (AIF)
- Permanent Fulltime Teacher - Senior and Middle School English and HASS
- Permanent Fulltime Teacher - Stage 2 Health and Wellbeing and Middle School PE - the ability to teach Outdoor Education is desirable
- Replacement Contract Fulltime Teacher (20/01/2026 - 11/12/2026) - Stage 1 General Maths, and Middle School Maths and Science
About you
You are a passionate and dedicated educator who thrives on inspiring young minds and fostering a love of learning. With a deep commitment to student wellbeing and academic growth, you bring creativity, empathy, and professionalism to your teaching practice. You value collaboration and contribute positively to a supportive team environment, working closely with colleagues, families, and the wider College community.
You are reflective and open to feedback, always seeking opportunities to grow and improve. You embrace innovation in education and are confident using contemporary teaching strategies and technologies to enhance student engagement and outcomes.
Above all, you model the College’s values in your interactions and uphold the highest standards of Community, Justice and Growth. Guided by the principle of Veritas, you encourage honesty, integrity and a genuine search for understanding in all aspects of your teaching and relationships within the College community.
About Us
St Mary’s College is a Reception to Year 12 Catholic girls' school located in the heart of Adelaide. Established in 1869, we are proud to be South Australia’s oldest continuously operating school for girls. Rooted in the Catholic Dominican tradition of ‘veritas’ - truth, our values of Community Justice, and Growth guide a vibrant and inclusive learning environment.
Our curriculum is designed specifically for young women—creative, challenging, and enriching—supporting the development of strong identities, passions, and beliefs that will empower our students to make a positive impact both locally and globally.
Child Safeguarding Commitment - St Mary’s College is actively committed to fostering communities of safeguarding that recognise and uphold the dignity and rights of all children and young people. The College maintains zero tolerance for harm of any kind.
Application Process
Click here to visit our website and view the Position Information Documents (PID’s)
Applications for these positions should be addressed to:
Heidi Senior
Principal
St Mary’s College
Applications should be emailed to Human Resources Manager, Emily Semple at recruitment@stmarys.sa.edu.au
Applications Close Monday 17 November at 9:00am - It is recommended to submit your application before this date, as interviews may be scheduled prior to the listed closing date.
Applications should include the following:
- Cover letter (1 page)
- Professional statement addressing key areas of work outlined in the Position Information Document (2 pages).
- Curriculum Vitae including three (3) referees relevant to the position
- Completed CESA Employment Declaration.
