Classroom Teacher - ENGLISH - Years 7-12
Employment
Full time, Fixed term
Subject
English
Sector
Government
Teaching level
Secondary
Closing date
1 September 2026
Posted 24 Aug 2026
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School type
Co-educational
Year range
Prep-12
School staff (FTE)
27.5
18.5 teaching · 9 non-teaching
Students per teacher
7.2:1
teaching FTE basis
Total enrolments
134
Indigenous students
1%
Language other than English
4%
Girls vs boys
72 girls · 62 boys
Socio-educational background
Around the Australian average
Source: ACARA My School data
Role description
Location Profile
School purpose statement: To prepare students to thrive in a changing world by developing their social, emotional and academic capabilities and skills.
School values: Our values are CLEaR: Creativity, Leadership, Endeavour and Respect
Kaniva College is a key educational institution located in a rural and remote area, serving the district¿s students from P-12 levels. As of August 2026, the school caters to 150 students, with a Student Family Occupation and Education index placing it in the Low-Medium band. This index reflects the diverse socio-economic backgrounds of the student population.
Situated in the township of Kaniva, the school is approximately five and a half hours from Melbourne and three and a half hours from Adelaide, easily accessible via the Western Highway. The location offers students a unique rural setting for learning and growth. The school's physical infrastructure includes well-maintained buildings surrounded by beautiful gardens, green spaces, a school farm, community garden, and wetlands. These extensive grounds provide an excellent environment for hands-on learning and exploration, contributing to the holistic development of students.
Kaniva College employs a dedicated team of 20 equivalent full-time staff, consisting of three Principal class members, 21 teachers, and 10 Education Support Staff. The school also employs a Mental Health Practitioner (0.2 FTE) to provide additional support to students. The College Leadership Team, which includes the Principal, two Assistant Principals, two Leading Teachers, and one Learning Specialist, en…