Temporary Teacher - Junior Primary (multiple Positions)
Employment
Full time, Temporary
Subject
General Teaching
Sector
Government
Teaching level
Primary
Salary range
Closing date
14 October 2026
Posted 22 Sep 2026
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School type
Co-educational
Year range
U, R-6
School staff (FTE)
30.8
23.4 teaching · 7.4 non-teaching
Students per teacher
16.9:1
teaching FTE basis
Total enrolments
395
Indigenous students
2%
Language other than English
80%
Girls vs boys
180 girls · 215 boys
46%
54%
Socio-educational background
Above the Australian average
More disadvantage
Average
More advantage
Source: ACARA My School data
Role description
Hillcrest Primary School is a Reception to Year 6 school committed to providing every student with the opportunity to thrive academically, socially and emotionally. As a Category 7 school, we value innovation, excellence and strong partnerships that support high levels of learning and engagement for all students.
We are seeking a highly effective Junior Primary teacher(s) who demonstrates strong literacy practice through experience with the Department for Education Reception to Year 2 English Scope and Sequence. The successful applicant will create rich learning experiences that foster curiosity, creativity and a love of learning while ensuring all students experience success.
At Hillcrest Primary School, we believe high-quality teaching combines explicit instruction, purposeful play-based learning and innovative practice to meet the needs of diverse learners. We value teachers who work collaboratively, build strong relationships and contribute positively to our school community.
Applicants are asked to address the following three questions, providing specific examples, evidence of practice and demonstrated impact on student learning, engagement and wellbeing.
1. Hillcrest Primary School values innovative and engaging learning experiences that challenge students and support success. Describe how you design and deliver high-quality learning that stretches learners, incorporates hands-on and play-based pedagogies, and develops positive learning dispositions. Provide an example and evidence of the impact on your learners.
2. Strong literacy outcomes are a priority at Hillcrest…
We are seeking a highly effective Junior Primary teacher(s) who demonstrates strong literacy practice through experience with the Department for Education Reception to Year 2 English Scope and Sequence. The successful applicant will create rich learning experiences that foster curiosity, creativity and a love of learning while ensuring all students experience success.
At Hillcrest Primary School, we believe high-quality teaching combines explicit instruction, purposeful play-based learning and innovative practice to meet the needs of diverse learners. We value teachers who work collaboratively, build strong relationships and contribute positively to our school community.
Applicants are asked to address the following three questions, providing specific examples, evidence of practice and demonstrated impact on student learning, engagement and wellbeing.
1. Hillcrest Primary School values innovative and engaging learning experiences that challenge students and support success. Describe how you design and deliver high-quality learning that stretches learners, incorporates hands-on and play-based pedagogies, and develops positive learning dispositions. Provide an example and evidence of the impact on your learners.
2. Strong literacy outcomes are a priority at Hillcrest…