AMATA ANANGU SCHOOL - CLASSROOM TEACHER - SECONDARY

Education; Amata; On-site; AUD 85,000 - 123,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Country Zone Allowance

Locality Allowance

Fully Subsidised Accommodation

Relocation costs

Travel for medical/dental

Four paid travel days per term

HE Loan debt relief for remote areas

Job summary

Amata Anangu School in a remote area of South Australia seeks a generalist classroom teacher for Year 7–12 boys within a bilingual and bicultural setting. You will teach in English and Pitjantjatjara, collaborate with Anangu staff, and engage students through culturally responsive learning in line with the South Australian Curriculum.

The role offers salary between $84,971 and $123,236 per annum FTE, with generous allowances and fully subsidised accommodation.

Responsibilities

• Teach Year 7–12 in a bilingual, bicultural context.
• Collaborate with Anangu Educators to support student learning.
• Plan engaging learning experiences and assess student progress.

Job description

AMATA ANANGU SCHOOL - CLASSROOM TEACHER - SECONDARY

Position No: 2027-1001-TCH-B-0-12

Applications Close: 18/11/2026 11:30PM

Position Descriptor: Amata Anangu School is one of the largest schools in the Anangu Lands Partnership, situated in the far northwest corner of South Australia. The Amata community is in the western Musgrave Ranges, west of the Stuart Highway, it is situated approximately 500 kilometres south west of Alice Springs and just south of the Northern Territory border. The Amata community consists of about 350 people. It has a general store, a clinic and a world famous art centre. Amata Anangu School is a bilingual school where Pitjantjatjara and English are valued in teaching and learning. Anangu and non-Anangu staff work together across two languages and cultures. The school's work is grounded in the Anangu Bilingual Education Policy, which recognises the importance of culture, language, family, Country and community in education. Tjukurpa/Wapar, Ngura, Walytjapii, Wangka and Kurunpa provide an important foundation for teaching and learning at Amata. At Amata, Anangu and non-Anangu staff work side by side with shared purpose and responsibility. The Pitjantjatjara concepts of malpa and tjungu reflect the collaborative relationships that underpin our work across the school. Secondary teachers are expected to work respectfully and effectively within this bilingual, bicultural context. Teaching and learning are guided by the South Australian Curriculum for public education. Learning Expeditions provide a framework for engaging students in meaningful and purposeful learning. Through this approach, students investigate significant questions, apply knowledge, solve problems, communicate their thinking and develop increasing ownership of their learning.

We are seeking a generalist teacher for our Year 7-12 boys class.

1. Our teachers work closely with Anangu Educators to support student learning. What do you think makes a strong collaborative teaching relationship and how would you contribute to a classroom where different knowledge, skills and perspectives are valued?
2. What would you do in your first few months at Amata to understand the context, build relationships and learn from the students, Anangu staff and your colleagues?
3. Describe how you identify what students need to learn, plan and deliver engaging learning experiences, and use evidence of student learning to adjust your teaching and support progress.

This is an opportunity to join a dynamic bilingual staff team, learn about culturally responsive practices and experience Anangu culture in a vibrant landscape.

In addition to the salary, the following financial incentives may apply:

• Country Zone Allowance $11,000 approx/ year
• Locality Allowance $16,000 approx/ year
• Fully Subsidised Accommodation including all utilities (accommodation may be shared)
• Payment of Removal and relocation costs
• Travel and accomodation costs for medical and dental treatment
• Four paid travel days per term
• Remission and reduction of Higher Education Loan Program Debts for teachers in very remote areas

To ensure employer compliance of duty of care responsibilities given the unique environment of the Anangu Lands, a wellness check will be conducted for any applicant nominated for this position and prior to any offer of employment.

www.education.sa.gov.au/countryteaching

Site: Amata Anangu School

Local Partnership: Anangu Lands

Tenure: 21/01/2027 to 26/01/2028

Fraction of time: 1.0

Subject: Middle School to Year 9

Conditions: $84,971 - $123,236 per annum FTE / Teacher Conditions

School Website: https://amata.sa.edu.au/contact-us/

Please note that part time and flexible arrangements will be considered.

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We value a diverse range of backgrounds and experiences and encourage all suitable applicants to apply. If you need adjustments during the recruitment process, please let us know.