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Leader of House + Permanent Teacher

Position Type
School Leadership
Commence Date
20 Jan 2026 to 24 Jan 2028
Employment Status
Fixed Term / Contract
FTE/Hours per week
Full Time
Year Levels
Secondary
Subject(s)/Grade
POR 3

Role Details

Are you an effective, passionate and progressive educator who can inspire students to achieve their best?

The Opportunity

We are seeking applications from qualified teachers to undertake a Leadership position as Leader of House within Secondary (Years 7-12). This position commences Term 1 2026.  Underpinned by a permanent teaching position, this leadership Position of Responsibility (POR) is for a for a 4-year period.

A vital role as part of the wellbeing team, the Leader of House reports to the Head of Wellbeing (Years 7-12) and connects students, staff and families in the development of students, overseeing academic, wellbeing and spiritual needs of individual students through wellbeing initiatives.

About You
You have a passion to grow student wellbeing opportunities.  You will need:

  • Current Teacher Registration in South Australia
  • Actively support and contribute to the college as a Catholic College in the Edmund Rice Tradition
  • Have a passion and dedication to support diversity, including diverse learning, culture and faith backgrounds
  • Create a learning environment that is engaging and inclusive of all students particularly those for whom English is an additional language and those with additional needs
  • Communicate effectively to build positive partnerships with students, parents, colleagues and the broader community. 
  • Be an energetic, positive, dynamic educator who is committed to engaging in professional dialogue and working collaboratively within a flexible learning environment.

About Us

St Paul’s College is a thriving co-educational R-12 Catholic College in the Edmund Rice tradition.

We are a welcoming and diverse community where families and teachers work together to guide students in becoming compassionate, respectful, and faithful young adults.

Our staff play a vital role in fostering a learning environment that reflects our core values of Faith, Relationships, Excellence and Diversity.

Why St Paul’s?

  • Join a values-led R–12 co-educational college where relationships and wellbeing are at the heart of learning.
  • Be part of a warm, inclusive and future-focused staff team
  • Work in a college that celebrates diversity, collaboration and professional growth
  • Enjoy the opportunity to make a real difference in a child’s learning journey


For any additional information, please contact Jenny Allan, People & Culture Advisor at employment@stpauls.sa.edu.au

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St Paul's College

Gilles Plains
Co-Ed
R-12
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How to Apply

Applications are to be submitted via the St Paul’s College website
St Paul's College | Employment

Submissions must include:

  • Letter of Application outlining the following (no more than two A4 pages)
    - your knowledge understanding and experience relevant to the role, addressing the Key Accountabilities of the PID
    - what has motivated you to apply for a position at St Paul’s College, and
    - what you hope to contribute to the school community
  • Resume
  • Application for Employment Declaration
Direct Applications To
The Principal
Attention Of
Mr Patrick Harmer
Phone
08 8334 8300
Close Date
4pm Monday 21 Jul 2025

It is required that an Application Declaration Form be completed and submitted with your application.

Applications will be reviewed as they are received and we reserve the right to interview shortlisted candidates and appoint prior to the closing date. 

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