Position Descriptor:
Ernabella Anangu School is a Birth to Year 12 Aboriginal school located in Pukatja Community on the Anangu Pitjantjatjara Yankunytjatjara (APY) Lands. Most children speak Pitjantjatjara as their first language and learn Standard Australian English as an additional language or dialect.

The school works in partnership with Anangu children, educators, families and community members to provide culturally responsive education. Solid relationships, play-based learning, cultural safety and high expectations are central to early-years teaching at Ernabella.

The Preschool / Reception Teacher will plan and deliver an engaging, inclusive and developmentally appropriate program aligned with the Early Years Learning Framework, National Quality Standard and South Australian Curriculum. The program will use play, explicit and intentional teaching, exploration and culturally relevant experiences to develop children's language, literacy, numeracy, wellbeing and sense of identity.

Working alongside Anangu educators, families and school staff, the teacher will observe and assess children's learning, respond to individual strengths and needs, and create a safe environment in which every child feels known, valued and supported. The role will strengthen continuity between preschool and Reception and support children and families through a positive transition into school.

The successful applicant will demonstrate strong early-years teaching practice, relationship-building skills, cultural responsiveness and the ability to work collaboratively in a remote Aboriginal community.



Experience teaching Aboriginal children or children learning English as an additional language or dialect would be highly regarded.

To apply, please provide your CV and respond to the following questions:
1. Describe your experience in planning and delivering early childhood programs that support both children and families.
How have you created engaging learning experiences for young children and supported families as their child's first teacher?
2. How do you ensure your teaching is culturally responsive and inclusive of children and families from Aboriginal and linguistically diverse backgrounds?
Please include any experience working in partnership with Aboriginal educators, families or communities.
3. This role requires flexibility and collaboration across the school.
Please provide an example of how you have worked with colleagues or other services to meet the diverse learning and wellbeing needs of children and families.

For further information about this school or vacancy please contact [email protected]

In addition to salary, the following incentives apply:
Country Zone Allowance of approximately $11,000




Locality Allowance of approximately $15,000
Fully subsidised accommodation, including all utilities (may be shared)
Removal and relocation expenses
Four paid travel days per term
Travel and accommodation costs for medical and dental treatment
More information:
https://www.education.sa.gov.au/working-us/careers-education/opportunities-country-south-australia/teaching-opportunities-country-south-australia/incentives-and-support-country-teachers-and-leaders

Eligible teachers may also benefit from waivers of indexation and reductions of HELP debts:
https://www.education.gov.au/higher-education-loan-program/reduction-help-debts-teachers-very-remote-areas

As part of the department's duty of care in the unique environment of the APY Lands, a wellness check will be required for any teacher nominated for this position prior to an offer of employment.

Please note that part time and flexible arrangements will be considered.

Site:

Ernabella Anangu School

Local Partnership:

Anangu Lands

Tenure:

22/01/2027 to 26/01/2028

Fraction of time:

1.0

Level of Schooling:

Preschool (CPC/Kgtn)

Subject:

Junior Primary to Year 2

Conditions:

$84,971 - $123,236 per annum FTE / Teacher Conditions

School Website:

http://www.ernabella.sa.edu.au

Eligibility and Application Instructions

We value a diverse range of backgrounds and experiences and encourage all suitable applicants to apply. If you need adjustments during the recruitment process, please let us know.

📌 TEMPORARY TEACHER - ERNABELLA ANANGU SCHOOL -PRESCHOOL / RECEPTION TEACHER* (Pukatja)
🏢 Department For Education, South Australia
📍 Pukatja