Primary Teacher

Primary Teacher

Position Type

Teaching

Commence Date

21 Jan 2026

Employment Status

Permanent / Ongoing

FTE/Hours per week

Full Time

Year Levels

Primary

Role Details

Join Our Lady Queen of Peace School – Teaching opportunity available 

Commencing January 2026

Our Lady Queen of Peace School is seeking passionate and innovative educators to join our vibrant learning community. We invite applications for a permanent teaching position  (R-2 or Year 3-6)

We are looking for teachers who are committed to contemporary pedagogical practices and who will contribute positively to our school’s Catholic identity and Mercy tradition.

Key responsibilities:

The successful applicant will:

• actively support and promote the Catholic identity and ethos of the school, delivering engaging and contemporary Religious Education experiences.
• demonstrate a deep knowledge and understanding of contemporary, innovative and inclusive pedagogies that focus on student engagement, inquiry and co-constructed learning across all curriculum areas.
• design inclusive, evidence based learning programs informed by data, particularly in literacy and numeracy.
• foster a positive and supportive learning environment that prioritises student wellbeing and social and emotional Learning, helping students develop self-regulation, positive behaviour, personal responsibility, and success as learners.
• communicate effectively and build strong partnerships with students, families, colleagues, and the wider community.
• be a dynamic educator committed to ongoing professional growth and collaborative learning with a willingness to implement new initatives.

Application process:

Applicants are encouraged to explore our school website  and Facebook page  to gain deeper insight into our school culture and values.

Please submit your application including a summary of your skills, experience, and suitability for the role.

The successful applicant must hold or be willing to obtain:

• A current Working With Children Check / Catholic Clearance
• Full-day (7-hour) RRHAN-EC (Responding to Risks of Harm, Abuse and Neglect - Education and Care) training
• RRHAN-EC update (if applicable)
• Current First Aid certificate - HLTAID012

Welcome to Our Lady Queen of Peace School

Located in the heart of Adelaide’s western suburbs, Our Lady Queen of Peace School is a thriving and growing community. Nestled just off West Lakes Boulevard in Albert Park, near Bunnings on Port Road, our school offers a warm, inclusive, and welcoming family-centred environment for students, families, and staff.

At Our Lady Queen of Peace School, we are dedicated to delivering high quality education grounded in the latest educational research. Our teaching is informed by the Science of Learning and evidence based best practices. We embrace explicit instruction while also nurturing curiosity and creativity. 

We believe that student wellbeing is central to academic success. Our school prioritises creating a safe, supportive, and inclusive environment where every child feels connected, valued, and celebrated. We work in close partnership with families and the wider community to ensure each student thrives.

Our mission is to foster a caring and faith filled environment where students are prepared for the future and inspired to make a positive impact in the world.

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