Casual Primary School Teacher

EducationHQ; Canberra; On-site; AUD 55,000 - 83,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Barista coffee on-site

Morning tea & discounted lunches

Onsite health clinic

Employee Assistance Program

Onsite parking

Job summary

Canberra Grammar School in Canberra invites applications for Casual Primary School Teachers for 2026. Join a school that aims for outstanding academic results and fosters student potential within a supportive community.

You will deliver the Primary School program, create engaging learning environments, collaborate with staff and contribute to the school’s activities beyond regular hours, while upholding the school's values and commitment to student wellbeing.

Qualifications

• Valid ACT Working with Vulnerable People Card.
• Current National Police Check.
• Full working rights in Australia.

Responsibilities

• Deliver the primary school program in 2026 to foster excellence.
• Create engaging and creative learning environments.
• Collaborate with staff and provide leadership where required.
• Participate in school activities outside regular hours.

Skills

Innovative pedagogy

Collaboration

PYP experience

Inquiry pedagogy

Administrative skills

Communication skills

School community commitment

Job description

• We are seeking Casual Primary School Teachers for 2026
• Contribute to a school that provides more than exceptional academic results
• Elevate your career at CGS

About the Role

We are seeking enthusiastic, highly experienced, and dynamic Casual Teachers to join the Primary School team in 2026. In partnership with the Director of the relevant section of the Primary School, the teacher will deliver the academic program in a way that fosters the pursuit of excellence and the attainment of each student’s potential.

This is a fantastic opportunity to create engaging and creative learning environments in a supportive and fulfilling community.

About You

You are dedicated, passionate and possess the following:

• Proven experience to develop innovative academic pathways to achieve outstanding academic results for all students.
• The ability to work collaboratively with other members of staff and lead others.
• PYP experience or an understanding of Inquiry pedagogy.
• Administrative and organisational skills.
• Communication and interpersonal skills.
• Commitment to the full life of an Independent school and a willingness to engage in School activities out of regular hours.

All team members at CGS are required to have:

• A valid ACT Working with Vulnerable People Card
• A current National Police Check; and
• Full working rights within Australia.

Benefits for you

As a CGS team member, you have access to a range of additional benefits, including:

• A highly competitive salary
• Complimentary daily barista-made coffee
• Delicious daily morning tea and discounted lunches
• Access to the onsite health clinic and annual influenza vaccinations
• 24/7 access to our Employee Assistance Program
• Onsite parking

Working at CGS

We aim to provide a vibrant and rewarding workplace that showcases your skills with a strong commitment to your professional learning. Working at Canberra Grammar School you will join a community committed to delivering the highest standard of education, inspiring students to achieve personal excellence within a warm and inclusive environment.

We are continuously growing our CGS community with people who are passionate and energetic in their profession and who place student learning and well-being at the forefront of all they do. We invite candidates of all ages, people with a disability and Indigenous Australians to apply.

CGS is proud to be a School that takes child protection very seriously

All candidates for roles at Canberra Grammar School are subject to screening and assessment against child safety standards as part of our thorough recruitment process.

An early application is advised as we reserve the right to close the vacancy early if sufficient suitable applications are received.