TEMPORARY TEACHER - MIMILI ANANGU SCHOOL - PLAYGROUP/ NIT TEACHER*

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

Benefits offered by this job

Country Zone Allowance

Locality Allowance

Fully subsidised accommodation

Removal and relocation expenses

Four paid travel days per term

Travel and accommodation costs for 201

Job summary

Mimili Anangu School in a remote Aboriginal community seeks a Playgroup Teacher to lead the FaFT program for birth to 3-year-olds and their families. You will design, develop and deliver a holistic early childhood program using FaFT resources and the Early Years Learning Framework.

You will collaborate with Anangu Educators, provide time release for Junior/Lower Primary teachers, and weave Pitjantjatjara/Yankunytjatjara language and trauma-informed practices into daily learning.

Qualifications

• Experience delivering early childhood programs for birth to 3-year-olds and families.
• Ability to work with Anangu Educators in a culturally responsive setting.
• Commitment to language integration of Pitjantjatjara and Yankunytjatjara languages.

Responsibilities

• Lead and deliver the FaFT program for birth to 3-year-olds and their families.
• Collaborate with Anangu Educators and provide release time for Junior/Lower Primary teachers.
• Support language-rich learning with Pitjantjatjara/Yankunytjatjara languages and trauma-informed practices.

Job description

Position Descriptor

Mimili Anangu School is located in a remote Aboriginal community on the Anangu Pitjantjatjara Yankunytjatjara (APY) Lands, approximately 70 km west of the Stuart Highway and 450 km south of Alice Springs by road. It offers a unique and rewarding opportunity to live and work in a culturally rich community surrounded by the beauty of Central Australia.

Position No: 2027-1527-TCH-B-0-3

Applications Close: 20/10/2026 11:30 PM

Role Summary

We are seeking a dedicated Playgroup Teacher to lead the Families as First Teachers (FaFT) program as part of the school’s early childhood education provision. In this role, you will design, develop and deliver a holistic early childhood program for birth to 3-year-old children and their families, using FaFT resources and the Early Years Learning Framework to support early learning and parenting in ways that meet the needs of the Mimili community.

The successful applicant will work closely with Anangu Educators to deliver all aspects of the program and will also provide non-instruction time release for Junior Primary or Lower Primary teachers. Pitjantjatjara and Yankunytjatjara languages are central to the learning program, alongside a strong focus on oral language, reading, EALD strategies, culturally responsive pedagogies and trauma-informed practices.

We are looking for someone who is flexible, community-minded and able to work collaboratively with families, service providers and staff to deliver an engaging and relevant learning program. A positive attitude, willingness to learn, and a good sense of humour will be highly valued.

This is an opportunity to make a genuine difference in the lives of children and families, while becoming part of a welcoming and dedicated school team. On weekends, you can explore the remarkable landscapes of Central Australia from the Musgrave Ranges to Uluru, Kings Canyon and the surrounds of Alice Springs, or learn more about country and culture alongside Anangu community members.

Benefits

• Country Zone Allowance of approximately $11,000/an
• Locality Allowance of approximately $14,000/an
• Fully subsidised accommodation, including utilities (may be shared)
• Removal and relocation expenses
• Four paid travel days per term
• Travel and accommodation costs for medical and dental treatment

Additional Information

More Information: https://www.education.sa.gov.au/working-us/careers-education/opportunities-country-south-australia/teaching-opportunities-country-south-australia/incentives-and-support-country-teachers-and-leaders

Eligible teachers may also benefit from waivers of indexation and reductions of HELP debts: https://www.education.gov.au/higher-education-loan-program/reduction-help-debts-teachers-very-remote-areas

To ensure employer compliance with duty of care responsibilities in the unique environment of the APY Lands, a wellness check will be conducted for any applicant nominated for this position prior to any offer of employment. Please note that part time and flexible arrangements will be considered.

Position Details

• Site: Mimili Anangu School
• Local Partnership: Anangu Lands
• Tenure: 22/01/2027 to 26/01/2028
• Fraction of time: 1.0
• Subject: Birth to before Preschool - Preschool (CPC/Kgtn)
• Subject: Junior Primary to Year 2
• Conditions: $84,971 - $123,236 per annum FTE / Teacher Conditions
• School Website: https://mimili.sa.edu.au/

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.