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Mid-Year Reception Teacher

Position Type
Teaching
Commence Date
21 Jul 2025 to 12 Dec 2025
Employment Status
Fixed Term / Contract
FTE/Hours per week
Full Time
Year Levels
Primary
Subject(s)/Grade
Reception

Role Details

The Opportunity

Tenison Woods Catholic School is seeking a passionate and dedicated Reception Teacher to join our community on a fixed-term contract, commencing Term 3 2025.

This is an exciting opportunity to inspire and support young learners at the beginning of their educational journey in a nurturing and faith-based environment.

Key Responsibilities:

As a key member of our teaching team, you will:

  • Foster a love of learning in an engaging and inclusive Reception classroom.
  • Establish routines and structures that promote a safe, productive and stimulating learning environment for early learners.
  • Implement evidence-based teaching strategies to support student academic growth and wellbeing.
  • Work collaboratively with colleagues to contribute to a dynamic professional learning community.
  • Build strong relationships with students, families, and staff to support each child's development.
  • Provide a balanced and challenging program relevant to the needs of the students (including developing Individual Learning Plans, as appropriate).

About You

We are looking for enthusiastic educators who:

  • Have a commitment to Catholic Education and are eager to contribute to the school’s faith and community life.
  • Demonstrate a deep understanding of early years education, child development and evidence-informed practices
  • Have excellent classroom management and the ability to foster a positive learning environment.
  • Are strong communicators, able to engage with students, families, and staff effectively.
  • Are open to collaborative teaching and professional learning opportunities.
  • You are vibrant, nurturing, and passionate about early learning.
  • You love collaborating with your team (teachers, ESOs, and the wider school community) and thrive on continuous growth and learning.

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Catholic Education South Australia is committed to ensuring the safety, wellbeing and dignity of all children and young people.
Screening requirements apply.

 

Tenison Woods Catholic Primary School

Richmond
Co-Ed
R-6
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How to Apply

Applications should include:

1. Cover letter outlining the following (2 X A4 pages max):

  • Your experience relevant to the role
  • What has motivated you to apply and 
  • What you hope to contribute to the school community

2. Resume including the names and contact details of two current referees (including current line manager)

3. Completed CESA Applicant Declaration form

If you are required for an interview you will be notified by 2 May 2025.

Direct Applications To
Ben Catalano
Attention Of
Peta Yates
Phone
08 8131 7900
Email
pyates@twcs.catholic.edu.au
Close Date
5pm Monday 14 Apr 2025

It is required that a CESA Employment Declaration 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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