Mercedes College, a Catholic school inspired by its Mercy tradition, is a Reception to Year 12 International Baccalaureate World School located in Springfield, South Australia just 6 kilometres south of the CBD.
Driven by our vision to be a sustainable, internationally-minded, world class school, we proudly develop creative and critical thinkers to be leaders, for life.
We're proud of our personalised learning focus that delivers results, and our leaders, teachers, specialists and administrators who contribute to students' success.
With a vibrant community defined by authentic relationships, values and belonging, we provide excellent career opportunities for teaching, administrative and specialist functions, and welcome applications from forward thinking, dynamic individuals looking to make a difference.
Mercedes College employees can access many professional benefits including:
- Salary packaging options
- Career and professional development opportunities
- Excellent facilities, and innovative technology
- Access to wellbeing services, including an Employee Assistant Program
- Travel opportunities with student groups
- Supportive working environment
Junior School Teacher
- Two full-time replacement opportunities in our Junior School
- Commence Term 3 Week 6 through to end of Term 4 2024
- Opportunities in Year 4 or Year 5
About the role
To cover maternity leave, Mercedes College is seeking applications from teachers interested in a temporary replacement opportunity with either a Year 4 or Year 5 class, commencing Monday 26 August (Term 3, Week 6) and ending Friday 6 December 2024 (Term 4, Week 8).
A thorough handover with the existing incumbents will be provided throughout Term 3, week 6.
For more information, consult the Position Information Document (PID).
About you
- You are highly competent and committed to establishing and maintaining a safe and inclusive classroom environment where students can flourish in all aspects of their humanity.
- You develop strong and positive working relationships with your students and establish highly engaging learning environments in and out of the classroom.
- You thrive on understanding and building strong relationships of educational trust with your students. You know the curriculum well and how to teach it in the early/primary years setting.
- You thrive on working collaboratively with your colleagues (Teacher and ESO), families, and the wider education community.
- You facilitate student learning and actively engage in your own continuous professional and personal learning and formation.
- Knowledge of the IB programmes will be an advantage, yet is not essential.
For a confidential discussion, please contact Melissa Ciplys (Executive Director – Human Resources) on 0428 819 207
How to apply
Email your application to recruitment@mercedes.catholic.edu.au, addressed to Mr. Andrew Balkwill (Principal), comprising:
- Cover letter outlining what has motivated you to apply
- CV, including three referees
- Completed Applicant Declaration Form
Appointment will be subject to Working with Children and Catholic screening clearances.
Applications close 9am Monday 20 May 2024
Mercedes College thanks you for your interest in this role and we value all applications.
The College reserves the right to interview and appoint a suitable applicant prior to the application close date.
Employment Declaration
When you apply for a position with Mercedes College, or employment in any capacity within Catholic Education South Australia (CESA), you need to complete this Applicant Declaration Form and provide any additional supporting information as necessary where you answer 'yes'.
This must be submitted with your application.
Applications will not be considered unless this declaration is completed and supporting information provided as necessary.
If you have questions about this please contact Amanda Dyson on T | 8372 3200.
Note | Aligned with CESA's COVID-19 Vaccination Policy, CESA staff do not need to be vaccinated against COVID-19 as a condition of employment, except for those employees working in High-Risk Settings where up-to-date vaccination is required.
Available positions
For further information about careers at Mercedes College please contact:
Melissa Ciplys
Executive Director Human Resources
T | 8202 9405
E | mciplys@mercedes.catholic.edu.au
