Leader of Identity and Mission (Primary) + Permanent Teacher
Contract Type: Permanent/Ongoing Position Full Time
Applications Close: 22 June 2026
• Primary Leadership Team Opportunity
• Permanent Primary Teaching Role
• Inspiring purpose in our youngest learners
<p><strong>Leader of Identity & Mission (Primary)</strong></p>
<p>St Paul’s College is seeking an inspiring leader to join our Primary Leadership Team (PLT) in a key role shaping the faith life and Catholic identity of our Primary community.</p>
<p><strong>The Opportunity </strong></p>
<ul>
<li>Permanent Teacher (Primary)</li>
<li>Member of Primary Leadership Team</li>
<li>Position of Responsibility (POR 2)</li>
<li>POR Tenure 2.5 years</li>
<li>Commencing 20 July 2026 or by negotiation</li>
</ul>
<p>This is an exciting leadership opportunity for an educator with a deep commitment to Catholic education in the Edmund Rice tradition, who is passionate about nurturing faith, leading Religious Education, and fostering a strong sense of belonging and purpose for students and staff within Primary. </p>
<p>Working collaboratively with the Director of Identity & Mission and Head of Primary, the successful candidate will lead the development and delivery of engaging, contemporary Religious Education programs and play a central role in the faith formation, liturgical life, and social justice initiatives of the College.</p>
<p>This role includes an ongoing teaching commitment, complemented by a Position of Responsibility, enabling the successful candidate to lead through both practice and influence. </p>
<p><strong>About St Paul’s College</strong></p>
<p>St Paul’s College is a Catholic R-12 co-educational College in the Edmund Rice tradition, committed to developing young people through education and the formation of Catholic values and conscience. </p>
<p>Founded in 1959 and governed by Edmund Rice Education Australia, the College embraces the values of Faith, Relationships, Excellence and Diversity, inspired by our founder Blessed Edmund Rice, who used his own gifts and talents to be of service to others and empower the marginalised.</p>
<p>Guided by the College’s strategic direction, <a href="https://www.stpauls.sa.edu.au/welcome/strategic-plan" rel="nofollow"><i><strong>With Purpose</strong></i></a>, St Paul’s is committed to excellence in teaching and learning, authentic faith formation and a connected, inclusive co-educational community where every student can flourish.</p>
<p>Through a holistic approach, the College offers engaging and innovative learning experiences within a supportive environment where strong relationships and Catholic values shape all aspects of College life.</p>
<p><strong>How to Apply</strong></p>
<p>Please visit our website <strong>https://www.stpauls.sa.edu.au/employment</strong> for more information about the opportunity and how to apply. For any additional information, please contact the People and Culture Team via <a href="mailto:<a href='mailto:employment@stpauls.sa.edu.au?subject=Leader%20of%20Identity%20and%20Mission%20%28Primary%29%20%2B%20Permanent%20Teacher%20position%20%28via%20Teachers%20On%20Net%29'>employment@stpauls.sa.edu.au</a>?subject=Leader%20of%20Identity%20and%20Mission%20%28Primary%29%20%2B%20Permanent%20Teacher%20position%20%28via%20Teachers%20On%20Net%29" rel="nofollow"></a><a href="mailto:employment@stpauls.sa.edu.au?subject=Leader%20of%20Identity%20and%20Mission%20%28Primary%29%20%2B%20Permanent%20Teacher%20position%20%28via%20Teachers%20On%20Net%29">employment@stpauls.sa.edu.au</a> or 8334-8300.</p>
<p>Applications for this position will close at <strong>8.00am Monday 22 June 2026</strong></p>
<p><strong>St Paul’s College reserves the right to interview and appoint prior to the closing date, and we encourage interested applicants to apply early.</strong></p>
<p><i>Please note: Only complete applications submitted directly to St Paul’s College will be considered. Applications submitted via this Seek advertisement will not be reviewed. </i></p>
<p><i>St Paul’s College is accepting and welcoming to all, fostering right relationships and commitment to the common good. This value is carried through to our recruitment processes as an equal opportunity employer. St Paul’s College promotes equality of opportunity for all and welcomes applications from a wide range of candidates, including First Nations peoples.</i></p>