Primary School Teacher - Expression of Interest 2025

Canberra Grammar School is an International Baccalaureate World School

Closing date October 22, 2024
Location 40 Monaro Crescent, Red Hill ACT, Australia 2612
Type Full-Time
Status Temporary

About this job

  • Seeking expressions of interest from Primary School teachers for 2025
  • All interstate and international applications with the right to work in Australia are welcome
  • A supportive and welcoming school that values and nurtures teacher growth

About the Role

We are seeking suitably qualified, innovative and enthusiastic teachers who would like to submit their expressions of interest for a range of ongoing and fixed term roles commencing in 2025.

An exciting opportunity to join a school of passionate team of educators who deliver the academic program in a way that fosters the pursuit of excellence and attainment of each student’s potential. Expressions of interests are open to graduate and experienced qualified teachers capable of teaching from early childhood to year 6.

About You

You are dedicated, passionate and possess the following:

  • Proven experience to develop innovative academic pathways to achieve outstanding academic results for all students
  • The ability to work collaboratively with other members of staff and lead others
  • PYP experience or an understanding of Inquiry pedagogy
  • The ability to implement initiatives, project delivery and change management
  • Administrative and organisational skills
  • Communication and interpersonal skills
  • Commitment to the full life of an independent school and a willingness to engage in School activities out of regular hours

All team members at CGS are required to have:

  • Appropriate qualifications
  • A valid ACT Working with Vulnerable People Card
  • A current National Police Check; and
  • Full working rights within Australia.

Benefits for you

As a CGS team member, you have access to a range of additional benefits, including:

  • A highly competitive salary and superannuation of 13% (for permanent team members)
  • Staff awards programme and generous professional development funding
  • Attractive salary packaging arrangements
  • Complimentary daily barista-made coffee
  • Delicious daily morning tea and discounted lunches
  • Access to the onsite health clinic and annual influenza vaccinations
  • 24/7 access to our Employee Assistance Programme
  • 14 weeks of paid parental leave (for permanent team members)
  • School fee concessions
  • Parking onsite

Working at CGS

We strive to continuously provide a vibrant and rewarding workplace that showcases your skills with a strong commitment to your professional learning. Working at Canberra Grammar School you will join a community committed to delivering the highest standard of education, inspiring students to achieve personal excellence within a warm and inclusive environment.

We are continuously growing our CGS community with people who are passionate and energetic in their profession and who place student learning and well-being at the forefront of all they do. We invite candidates of all ages, people with a disability and Indigenous Australians to apply.

How to Apply

If you are looking for a change and want to take your career to the next level, we invite you to express your interest in joining our team. Please visit cgs.act.edu.au/careers/ to access the position description and submit the following documents:

  • Cover letter (addressing the selection criteria in the Position Description)
  • Resume/CV

CGS is proud to be a School that takes child protection very seriously. All candidates for roles at Canberra Grammar School are subject to screening and assessment against child safety standards as part of our thorough recruitment process.

An early application is advised as we reserve the right to close the vacancy early if sufficient suitable applications are received.