Position Details

Santa Clara School is seeking a passionate and enthusiastic Early Years teacher to join our vibrant and multicultural Catholic school community in an ongoing Kindergarten position (Wednesday-Friday).

Located in St James, Santa Clara School is inspired by the Dominican tradition of Veritas (Truth) and committed to nurturing the whole child. We provide a safe, inclusive and welcoming environment where every student is known, valued and encouraged to flourish.

The successful applicant will be a relationship-focused educator who places student engagement, wellbeing and achievement at the centre of their practice. They will be committed to creating engaging learning experiences, fostering a strong sense of belonging, and maintaining high expectations for all learners.

At Santa Clara, our staff work collaboratively to build a culture of respect, inclusion and growth. Through approaches such as the Berry Street Education Model and UR Strong Program, we support students to develop the confidence, resilience and skills needed to thrive both at school and beyond.

Selection Criteria

Demonstrated knowledge and experience in contemporary Early Years education, including play-based learning, explicit teaching and inquiry-based approaches, with the ability to design and deliver engaging, differentiated learning programs that support the holistic development of every child.

Highly developed communication and relationship-building skills, with the capacity to foster authentic, positive and respectful partnerships with students, families and colleagues, and contribute effectively to a team-oriented professional learning community.





Proven ability to create safe, inclusive and well-managed learning environments, supported by effective assessment, reporting and feedback practices that promote student engagement, wellbeing and achievement.

Commitment to the mission and values of Catholic education, demonstrated through professionalism, flexibility, initiative and a willingness to contribute positively to the faith life, culture and collaborative work of the school community.

Applicants should provide a brief response to each of the above criteria, addressing all four criteria within a maximum of two pages.

Qualifications Required

Essential Qualifications The Successful Applicant Will

- Hold a relevant Early Childhood Education teaching qualification.
- Hold Accreditation to Teach Religious Education (or be working towards accreditation).

Application Requirements Applicants Are Requested To Submit

- A cover letter outlining their interest in the position (maximum one page).
- A current curriculum vitae.
- The contact details of three professional referees (including their current employer).
- A response addressing the Selection Criteria (maximum two pages).

Applications should be emailed to Julie Southwell, Principal at [email protected] Applications close: 6 November 2026 at 4.00pm.

Shortlisted applicants will be contacted shortly after the closing date and invited to attend an interview on the 13th November 2026.

We encourage early applications from passionate educators who are committed to fostering a love of learning and supporting the wellbeing and success of every child.

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