Graduate Assistant Teacher

SCEGGS Darlinghurst; Sydney; On-site; AUD 65,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

SCEGGS Darlinghurst is seeking a Graduate Assistant Teacher for the 2027 school year in a full-time, fixed-term role. The successful candidate will work closely with experienced teachers across Kindergarten to Year 2, gaining exposure to classroom learning, assessment, wellbeing, and school life.

There are opportunities to support or lead co-curricular activities and attend camps and events. The role emphasizes developing professional practice, initiative, and flexibility within a Christian

Qualifications

• New graduate seeking to start teaching career.

Responsibilities

• Assist in Kindergarten to Year 2 teaching and learning programs.
• Observe experienced teachers and contribute to lesson planning.
• Support student wellbeing and participate in school activities.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Initiative

Flexibility

Job description

A Graduate Assistant Teacher position is available for the 2027 school year. This is a full-time, fixed term role for a newly qualified graduate seeking to further develop their skills, confidence and experience at the beginning of their teaching career.

The position provides an opportunity to work alongside experienced teachers and gain a broad understanding of the full academic year within a busy and dynamic Primary School. The successful applicant will develop experience across a range of areas including classroom teaching and learning, assessment, student wellbeing and the broader organisation and life of the School. They will have opportunities to observe experienced teachers, work directly with whole classes, small groups and individual students, and contribute increasingly to teaching and learning programs.

The role will be predominantly based in Kindergarten to Year 2, while also working with students and teachers across Kindergarten to Year 6. The Graduate Assistant Teacher will be encouraged to participate fully in the broader life of the School, including supporting or leading co-curricular activities and attending camps, excursions, sporting events, performances and other school activities. Some administrative work within the Primary Office and Library may also form part of the role.

We are seeking an enthusiastic and committed graduate with strong interpersonal skills, initiative and flexibility, together with a genuine desire to develop their professional practice and contribute positively to the life of the Primary School.

The successful applicant will be committed to the full life of the School and supportive of its Christian ethos.

Applications close Monday 16 November 2026

For further information please visit our website - https://www.sceggs.nsw.edu.au/employment/current-opportunities/graduate-assistant-teacher-primary-school/

In accordance with the Child Protection legislation, applicants for child-related work must have a current Working with Children clearance which will be verified online by SCEGGS prior to employment.

Please see https://www.ocg.nsw.gov.au