Years 7-11 Food Technology & Hospitality Teacher

Mount Gambier South Australia

1.0FTE Replacement Position

Commencing January 2027

Applications close 4.00pm Thursday, 19 November 2026.

Tenison Woods College is situated in Mount Gambier SA, approximately 440 kms from Adelaide. Based on the Mercy and Marist charisms, the College has a strong commitment to creating positive futures for all students through its motto of “Let Your Light Shine”.

The College has an outstanding reputation for its creative curriculum, pastoral care of students, staff and families, advanced technologies and modern facilities. Staff thrive on the leadership and professional development opportunities provided by the College and enjoy the benefits of working in a well-resourced and exciting learning environment which caters for over 1,400 students from Early Learning through to Year 12.

About the Role

Tenison Woods College is dedicated to providing a safe, healthy and engaging environment for its students.

Our qualified and supportive staff promote the spiritual, intellectual, physical and social development of each child and are committed to supporting families within our community.

The teacher is responsible for the development, implementation and teaching of the designated area(s) of curriculum, as well as the health, safety and welfare of students, fellow employees’ and themselves.

They are to work collaboratively with colleagues, parents/carers and Leadership to facilitate learning by students and engage in continuous professional learning and education reform.

We are seeking an educator who:

- Demonstrates outstanding teaching practice and a commitment to student-centred learning.
- Has experience teaching in Design and Technology subjects.
- Creates engaging, hands-on and challenging learning experiences that connect learning with real-world applications.
- Promotes and maintains high standards of safety within workshop environments.
- Builds positive and productive relationships with students, families and colleagues.




- Uses assessment and feedback effectively to improve student outcomes.
- Supports the wellbeing, growth and development of every learner.
- Contributes positively to the life of the College beyond the classroom.
- Actively supports and upholds the Catholic ethos and values of the College.

About You The successful applicant will demonstrate:

- Experience and passion for teaching Food Technology, Hospitality and VET subjects.
- Holds a Training and Assessment Certificate.
- Knowledge of contemporary pedagogical practices and the Australian Curriculum.
- A commitment to maintaining safe and effective workshop learning environments.
- Strong communication, collaboration and relationship-building skills.
- A commitment to continuous professional learning and improvement.
- The ability to contribute to a positive and inclusive learning culture.
- A genuine commitment to Catholic education and the mission of Tenison Woods College.

Essential Requirements

Applicants must hold

- Current South Australian Teacher Registration.
- Accreditation (or eligibility for Accreditation) in Catholic Education South Australia.
- Current Working With Children Check.
- RRHAN-EC certification and all mandatory compliance requirements.
- Keeping Safe: Child Protection Curriculum training.
- First Aid training.
- Training and Assessment Certificate.
- A commitment to safeguarding and promoting the wellbeing of children and young people.
- Relevant qualifications and experience in teaching Design and Technology and/or Wood Technology.

Applications

Applications should include

- A cover letter outlining your suitability for the role.
- A current curriculum vitae.
- The names and contact details of three professional referees.

A Country Establishment Allowance and removal expense assistance is available for teachers’ undertaking employment in a Catholic Education SA Country School for the first time. Applications should be addressed to Mary de Nys, HR Officer / Principal's Personal Assistant.

For further information, including the Position Information Document, please contact Mary at [email protected].

Applications close at 4.00pm on Thursday, 19 November 2026.

📌 Years 7-11 Food Technololgy and Hospitality TeacherLearning (Mount Gambier)
🏢 Catholic Education South Australia
📍 Mount Gambier