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A meaningful career awaits at Westminster

Westminster is inclusive and welcoming, with a strong sense of collegiality amongst staff who get to work with talented students every day. You could be a part of this caring community and achieve more than you ever thought possible too. 

Our School is renowned for its genuine and successful focus on wellbeing and our breadth of opportunities for staff. We are seeking innovative, inspirational and passionate people to provide an exceptional education for students, Early Learning to Year 12.

Our School is renowned for its genuine and successful focus on wellbeing, and our breadth of quality opportunities. What’s your next opportunity?

Leadership & Management Roles

Director of Performing Arts
Preparatory School Deputy: Wellbeing and Pastoral Care
Head of Student Experience and Global Engagement

Director of Performing Arts

Full-time, Fixed term tenure of 5 years – Permanent appointment as Teacher.

Westminster School is seeking an outstanding and visionary educator to lead our Performing Arts program as the Director of Performing Arts. This full-time leadership position offers a unique opportunity to shape and inspire the future of Dance, Drama, and Music across Early Learning to Year 12.

A passionate educator, you will have significant experience leading Performing Arts programs across multiple disciplines. Degree qualifications in Performing Arts, Music, Drama, Dance, Education, or a related field, your proven leadership or management training and experience will see you succeed on all levels in managing large scale productions, through to marketing and promoting school events or performances.

Please apply via SEEK  with your resume and a cover letter addressed to Simon Shepherd, Principal.

For full details of the role responsibilities, follow the link to download the Position Description.

Applications close 9am Monday 15th September 2025 and will only be accepted when submitted through SEEK.

Westminster, where you can achieve more than you thought possible.

Preparatory School Deputy: Wellbeing and Pastoral Care

Full-time, Fixed term tenure of 5 years – Permanent appointment as Teacher.

Westminster School is seeking an outstanding educator to take up the leadership role of Preparatory School Deputy: Wellbeing and Pastoral Care. This Position of Responsibility supports the Head of Preparatory School and collaborates with the Deputy Head of Prep School: Teaching and Learning and the Coordinator of Wellbeing to lead student wellbeing, pastoral care, and behaviour management across Transition to Year 6.

You will inspire and guide staff, support student development, and contribute to a vibrant, inclusive school culture.  A collaborative and relational leader, you will have:

  • Demonstrated experience in a Pastoral Care leadership role at Primary level.
  • Deep understanding of pedagogy and student wellbeing.
  • Ability to build strong relationships with staff, students, and families.
  • Accreditation as a Highly Accomplished or Lead Teacher (or working toward it).
  • Commitment to continuous professional growth and innovation.

Please apply via SEEK with your resume and a cover letter addressed to Simon McKenzie, Head of Preparatory School.

For more information about the role, follow the link to download the Position Description.

Applications close 9am Monday 15th September 2025 and will only be accepted when submitted through SEEK.

Westminster, where you can achieve more than you thought possible.

Head of Student Experience and Global Engagement

Fixed-term full time (1.0 FTE) - 3 year tenure - permanent appointment as a Teacher.  Commencing January 2026

We are seeking an experienced, visionary educator to lead the strategic integration of student experience, values education, and global engagement across the School. The Head of Student Experience & Global Engagement will oversee the Values@West curriculum, Round Square affiliation, international student support, and capability development through the Westminster Capability Compass.

You will work closely with the School Chaplain and leadership teams to embed a culture of spirituality, inclusivity, and ethical leadership. This role is pivotal in aligning wellbeing, global citizenship, and values-based education from ELC to Year 12.

An enthusiastic, resilient and an optimistic educator, you are committed to lifelong learning and continuous improvement. You have a high level of organisational and prioritising skills, with the ability to be flexible to manage multiple demands in a fast-paced environment. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills will enable you to develop positive relationships with leaders, peers, staff, parents and students and work in collaboration with others across the School.  In this role, you will also be a member of the School Management Group.

For full details of the role responsibilities, follow the link to download the Position Description.

For further information about this role please contact humanresources@westminster.sa.edu.au

To apply, please submit your resume and a cover letter to Ms Andrea Sherwood, Director of Learning.

Applications close 9am, Thursday 18th September and will only be accepted when submitted through Seek.

Westminster, where you can achieve more than you thought possible.

Teaching Roles

Senior School Teacher - Design, Art & Photography
Career Pathways Advisor
Senior School Teacher - Digital Technologies

Senior School Teacher - Design, Art & Photography

Senior School Teacher – Art, Design & Photography  

Fixed-Semester Full-Time for Semester 1, 2026

We are seeking a suitably qualified and experienced Art, Design and Photography Teacher to join our Art, Design and Digital Technologies faculty for Semester 1, 2026.  

You will be an enthusiastic, resilient and optimistic educator who builds positive relationships with students, parents and colleagues and collaborates with colleagues to ensure the best possible outcomes for students. Teaching qualifications essential and you will be a professional who maintains the highest standards of preparation for teaching and learning, student management, personal presentation and punctuality.

Please follow the link to download the Position Description

For further information please contact humanresources@westminster.sa.edu.au

To apply, please submit via Seek, your resume and cover letter addressed to Ms Andrea Sherwood, Director of Learning.

Applications will only be accepted when submitted through Seek and will be reviewed as received. 

Westminster, where you can achieve more than you thought possible.

Career Pathways Advisor

Are you an experienced Careers Advisor with knowledge of the university applications process and VETRO arrangements?  Join our Senior School as a Careers Pathways Advisor to support the success of our students. Qualifications and experience in student counselling is highly advantageous.

Permanent full-time position up to 1.0 FTE (negotiable).

We are searching for a suitably qualified and passionate person to deliver the School’s Careers Education program, including Work Experience, careers advice, and general counselling services to students. You will proactively liaise with House Heads and Curriculum Leaders so that students are well prepared to succeed in post-secondary studies and careers, and student wellbeing is enhanced.  

To be successful in this role, you will be able to demonstrate an ability and willingness to:

  • Coordinate the work experience program.
  • Promote and support the use of careers information and career preparation services.
  • Provide counselling for Senior School students to support their identification of future pathways.
  • Assist students with work-related applications, resume construction and interview preparation.
  • Assist students with tertiary admissions and scholarship applications.
  • Hold current Teacher Registration in SA.

Please apply via Seek with your resume and a cover letter addressed to Ms Andrea Sherwood, Director of Learning.

Please follow the link to download the Position Description.

Applications close 5pm 12th September 2025 and will only be accepted when submitted through Seek.

Westminster, where you can achieve more than you thought possible.

Senior School Teacher - Digital Technologies

Permanent, full-time position – Commencing January 2026

We are seeking a suitability qualified and motivated Digital Technologies (IT) Teacher to join our team in our state of the art facility located in the Senior School.  You will be expected to build positive relationships with students, parents and colleagues and collaborate with colleagues to ensure the best possible outcomes for students. 

Experienced in teaching ACARA Digital Technologies (Years 7 -10) and SACE Digital Technologies/Robotic and Electronic Systems, you will be an enthusiastic, resilient and optimistic educator with a high level of organisational ability.  You have a flexible approach, able to prioritise and manage multiple demands in a fast-paced environment.  High level communication skills, well developed interpersonal skills and the ability to successfully work independently, and collaboratively as part of a team will see you succeed in this role.

A position description is available here.

To apply, please submit your resume and a cover letter addressed to Ms Andrea Sherwood, Director of Learning.

Applications may be reviewed and progressed when received and will only be accepted when submitted through Seek.

Westminster, where you can achieve more than you thought possible.

 

Support Roles

Groundsperson (Gardener)

Groundsperson (Gardener)

Permanent Full time – 37.5 hours per week

We are seeking a Groundsperson who has experience in the delivery of horticultural, grounds, event and playing/sporting fields’ services to join our team in Property Services. You will play an important role in the maintenance and up keep of the School‘s extensive grounds and will be responsible for providing an attractive and harmonious environment for students, staff and visitors.

Cricket pitch preparation experience is highly desirable

Please apply via Seek with your resume and a cover letter addressed to Mr Brett Bevan, Grounds Coordinator.

Please follow the link to download the Position Description.

Applications close 5pm Monday 23 September 2025 and will only be accepted when submitted through Seek.

Westminster, where you can achieve more than you thought possible.

 

Temporary Relief Teaching

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We welcome passionate and suitably qualified teachers to register for consideration to be part of our 2025 Temporary Relief Teacher (TRT) pool.

To register, please complete the below TRT application via the below link:

Temporary Relief Teaching Opportunities 2025 

Please be aware there is no guarantee of work by registering. We match applicants to our relief requirements on an 'as needed' basis.

Unfortunately, we are unable to acknowledge receipt of your application by return email, however if you would like to confirm receipt of your application, please contact HR at humanresources@westminster.sa.edu.au
Your completed application will remain current for 2025 unless you advise us otherwise.

Teaching School Hub

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Westminster is proud to host South Australia’s first Teaching School Hub, a unique partnership with leading universities designed to support the next generation of teachers. Pre-service teachers are employed part-time at Westminster while completing their studies, gaining invaluable classroom experience under the guidance of expert mentors. This integrated approach ensures they graduate not only with strong academic knowledge but also with significant, real-world teaching practice. The Hub fosters a thriving community of collaboration, innovation, and excellence in education, preparing career-ready teachers equipped to make a lasting impact.

Applications close 5.00 pm, Friday 19 September 2025.
To apply, please submit your resume, academic transcripts, and a personal statement (maximum two pages) addressed to Angela Phillips, Director of Teaching, outlining your skills, qualities, and motivation for joining the program. Applications should be emailed to JGoulding@westminster.sa.edu.au

Please follow the link to download the Teaching School Hub Information

For further information, please contact:
Angela Phillips, Director of Teaching – APhillips@westminster.sa.edu.au

Jane Goulding, Administration Assistant – JGoulding@westminster.sa.edu.au