TEMPORARY TEACHER - HILLCREST PRIMARY SCHOOL - JUNIOR PRIMARY (MULTIPLE POSITIONS)

Department for Education, South Australia; Adelaide; On-site; AUD 85,000 - 123,000; Full time

Job summary

Hillcrest Primary School in Adelaide is a Reception to Year 6 school. We are seeking a highly effective Junior Primary teacher who demonstrates strong literacy practice within the Reception to Year 2 English Scope and Sequence.

The successful applicant will create rich learning experiences that foster curiosity, creativity and a love of learning while ensuring all students experience success. At Hillcrest Primary School, high-quality teaching combines explicit instruction, play-based learning

Qualifications

• Design and deliver high-quality learning that stretches learners with hands-on play-based pedagogy.
• Use evidence-informed literacy practices to respond to learner needs and inform teaching.
• Collaborate with colleagues, families and the community to build partnerships.

Responsibilities

• Deliver literacy-centric lessons for Reception to Year 2.
• Apply the Reception to Year 2 English Scope and Sequence in planning.
• Collaborate with team members to support student engagement and wellbeing.

Skills

Literacy instruction

Collaborative teamwork

Assessment/data-informed practice

Job description

Position Descriptor

Hillcrest Primary School is a Reception to Year 6 school committed to providing every student with the opportunity to thrive academically, socially and emotionally. As a Category 7 school, we value innovation, excellence and strong partnerships that support high levels of learning and engagement for all students.

Position No

Position No: 2027-0665-TCH-B-0-1

Applications Close

Applications Close: 14/10/2026 11:30 PM

Position Descriptor

Hillcrest Primary School is a Reception to Year 6 school committed to providing every student with the opportunity to thrive academically, socially and emotionally. As a Category 7 school, we value innovation, excellence and strong partnerships that support high levels of learning and engagement for all students.

We are seeking a highly effective Junior Primary teacher(s) who demonstrates strong literacy practice through experience with the Department for Education Reception to Year 2 English Scope and Sequence. The successful applicant will create rich learning experiences that foster curiosity, creativity and a love of learning while ensuring all students experience success.

At Hillcrest Primary School, we believe high-quality teaching combines explicit instruction, purposeful play-based learning and innovative practice to meet the needs of diverse learners. We value teachers who work collaboratively, build strong relationships and contribute positively to our school community.

Applicants are asked to address the following three questions, providing specific examples, evidence of practice and demonstrated impact on student learning, engagement and wellbeing.

• Hillcrest Primary School values innovative and engaging learning experiences that challenge students and support success. Describe how you design and deliver high-quality learning that stretches learners, incorporates hands‑on and play‑based pedagogies, and develops positive learning dispositions. Provide an example and evidence of the impact on your learners.
• Strong literacy outcomes are a priority at Hillcrest Primary School. Provide an example of how you have used evidence‑informed literacy practices, including the Reception to Year 2 English Scope and Sequence, to respond to learner needs. How did assessment and data inform your teaching, and what impact did this have on student learning?
• At Hillcrest Primary School, we value people who contribute positively to our team and wider community. Describe how you have worked collaboratively with colleagues, families and the community to build effective partnerships that support innovation, growth and positive outcomes for students. What was your contribution, and what impact did it have?

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

Site: Hillcrest Primary School Local Partnership: Torrens Tenure: 22/01/2027 to 26/01/2028 Fraction of time: 1.0 Subject: Junior Primary to Year 2 Conditions: $84,971 - $123,236 per annum FTE / Teacher Conditions School Website: http://www.hillcrstps.sa.edu.au

Eligibility and Application Instructions

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.