Primary School Teacher (Reception to Year 2)

Trinity College; South Australia; On-site; AUD 110,128 - 148,997; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Staff benefits

Gym membership discounts

EAP (employee assistance)

Professional development

Job summary

Trinity College in Australia is seeking specialists for Specialist Junior School (Reception - Year 2) teaching. The role requires sound knowledge of early years pedagogy and registration to teach in South Australia.

You will join a supportive, Anglican college with strong pastoral care, student wellbeing and faith programs. The successful candidate will foster development in Junior School students, contribute to Trinity College Graduate Qualities, and participate in a Christian ethos across

Qualifications

• Proven ability to teach early primary (Reception–Year 2) with sound pedagogy.
• Strong communication skills with students, staff and families.
• Commitment to Christian education and school pastoral care.

Responsibilities

• Teach and contribute to Early Primary (R-2) education teams.
• Support wellbeing, curriculum and faith through collaboration.
• Engage in ongoing professional development and career progression.
• Uphold school policies and contribute to a positive, safe learning environment.

Skills

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Pastoral care

Cultural sensitivity

Education

Tertiary qualifications in junior school years teaching

Job description

Great Schools start with Great Teachers

Why Join Trinity College?

• Be a part of a highly skilled collaborative team in the Early Primary years (R-2) education of students
• Contribute as a member of the School Team with support from the student support services (wellbeing, curriculum and faith)
• Enjoy a competitive salary of $129,563 (eg Step 10) + super
• Access a range of staff benefits

• Staff discounts (including gym membership)
• Free Employee Assistance Program EAP (three to choose from)
• High-quality professional development, support and career trajectory

• Play an active role in developing our Trinity College Graduate Qualities:
• Applied Creativity
• Wellbeing
• Lifelong Growth
• Community Engagement

This is a great opportunity for Specialist Junior School (Reception - Year 2) Teachers to register for future vacancies. The successful applicants will have a sound knowledge of early years schooling and the appropriate pedagogy. Demonstrated experience in teaching Reception - Year 2 classes would be an advantage.

Trinity College is a multi-site, independent, co-educational Anglican College founded in a liberal educational tradition and located in the northern Adelaide region. Co-curriculum, cultural and physical activities are part of a total education in a caring, Christian environment.

To be successful in this role you will have the following skills and attributes:

• Tertiary qualifications in junior school years teaching
• Registered to teach in South Australia or be eligible to obtain registration
• Have an understanding of and commitment to Christian education
• Have the desire and skills to participate in the school's pastoral care programme
• Be passionate about understanding how learning occurs and teaching pedagogies suitable for primary aged students
• Be able to respond positively to the pressures of a modern classroom
• Be able to set high standards for student learning and their own performance
• Deal effectively with the administrative detail of the position
• Ability to communicate effectively with a wide range of people both verbally and in writing
• Highly developed interpersonal skills with the necessary cultural sensitivity
• Knowledge of and a commitment to the principles of equal opportunity and work safety

All teachers are expected to support the Christian ethos of the College. It would be hoped that the successful applicant would be able to actively contribute to the Christian life of the College.

All Trinity College staff are required to comply with the College's Child Safe policy and adhere to the Child Safety Code of Conduct.

The successful applicant must have the right to work in Australia and will be subject to satisfactory employment screening and background checks, including working with children checks.

Excellence in Education - Integrity in Action. Belong to something greater

Applications close on Friday, 23rd October 2026 at 4pm

Trinity College is an equal opportunity employer

The College has a commitment to Inclusion and Cultural Safety and Excellence in Professional Practice with Child Safety and Wellbeing at the centre of everything we do