Key Responsibilities
- Commit to the College Vision, Purpose, Values and Statement of Faith.
- Act in accordance with all College policies and procedures, including the Staff Code of Conduct, and the Staff Handbook.
- Develop and maintain positive, restorative and collaborative relationships with staff, students and parents.
- Actively contribute to the Christian life of the College community.
- Attend the annual College Retreat (compulsory) and other meetings, functions and extra-curricular activities as required.
- Participate in the College's ongoing Professional Learning opportunities.
- Demonstrate continuous improvement aligned with the Portside Christian College philosophy of education and Standards of Professional Practice for Teachers.
- Plan and implement teaching and learning programs using the Understanding by Design (UbD) framework from a biblical perspective aligned with the Australian Curriculum.
- Model and promote best practice in pedagogy, teaching and learning that inspires learners.
- Promote a restorative team and learning culture using KARR framework of kindness, agency, respect and responsiveness.
About You
- South Australian Teacher Registration, or be eligible to obtain registration.
- A Bachelor of Education qualification (minimum) with previous teaching experience highly desirable.
- South Australian Government Working with Children Check.
- Current First Aid qualification – BELS First Aid training (HLTAID010) at a minimum.
- Responding to Risks of Harm, Abuse and Neglect – Education and Care (RRHAN-EC) Training.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
- Ability to develop and maintain collaborative relationships with students, staff and parents.
- Ability to create an engaged, respectful and collaborative classroom culture.
- Ability to use data to extend the learning of each student.
About Us
At Portside Christian College, our purpose is to equip for life. We partner with families to inspire learning, ignite faith, care courageously and find a purposeful direction in life. Through a caring and supportive Christian environment, we seek to nurture each child to flourish. All of our staff are committed Christians who model Christ-like values and teach from a biblical worldview. They aim to equip students with the skills, knowledge and wisdom they need to face life's challenges with confidence and faith.
How to Apply
Applications are to include
- Cover letter, maximum 1 page
- Written response to the above criteria, maximum 500 words
- Resume outlining details of qualifications and areas of study, educational history, previous employment and relevant personal information
- Completion of the Portside Christian College Employment Application form (Teaching). The form is available on the Portside Christian College Careers page.
Please submit your application to HR@portside.sa.edu.au prior to 9am on Monday 28 September 2026. Please note we may appoint before this date if a suitable candidate is found.
Portside Christian College
Website: http://www.portside.sa.edu.au
Principal: Dr Susan Starling
Affiliation: Christian Schools Australia
Teaching Level: Combined
Gender: Coed
620 Students
52 Teaching Staff
32 Non-Teaching Staff
Multi Campus
Offers VET
Portside Christian College is a co-educational, interdenominational College that caters for students from three years of age in the Early Learning Centre through to Year 12 with an onsite Trade Training Centre.
