TEMPORARY TEACHER - ERNABELLA ANANGU SCHOOL - TEACHER ANY YEAR LEVEL

Position No: 2026-1034-TCH-C-2-32

Applications Close: 26/04/2026  11:30 PM

Position Descriptor: Ernabella Anangu School is the largest of eight Anangu schools, located in the scenic western Musgrave Ranges of the APY Lands, around 330 kilometres south-west of Alice Springs. The community is home to the world-famous Ernabella Art Centre and is rich in culture and language. Our school delivers high-quality, dynamic, and culturally responsive education, empowering students to shape their own futures. We are seeking a dedicated and enthusiastic teacher to join our team in 2026. The successful applicant will work in a remote bilingual setting, working closely with Anangu Educators, teachers, and SSOs in a collaborative, two-way teaching approach that blends the Australian Curriculum with local culture and knowledge.

This is a flexible vacancy: The year level taught will be based on the skills, strengths, and experiences of the appointed teacher, as determined by the site leader and school needs. We welcome all qualified teachers, including new graduates and those from various teaching specialisations, to apply.

We are seeking a staff member who:

• Is passionate about empowering Anangu students through positive relationships and a focus on engagement and wellbeing
• Values and incorporates Pitjantjatjara language and culture, and adapts strategies to engage EALD students
• Is committed to inclusive, respectful teaching practices that reflect the needs and diversity of all learners
• Can work collaboratively with local educators and actively build connections with families and the wider community

Application Process: Please address the following questions in your application:

1. Describe a time you empowered your learners, giving them agency to shape a learning experience. What was the outcome?
2. How do you ensure your teaching is inclusive of students from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander students?
3. What is your approach to supporting students with challenging behaviours? How do you work with families and other professionals to implement effective strategies?

Attractive financial incentives include:

• Country Zone Allowance (approx. $10,000)
• Locality Allowance (approx. $10,000)
• Fully subsidised accommodation (including utilities)
• Removal and relocation assistance
• Support for travel and accommodation for medical and dental treatment

HECS/HELP benefits: Teacher roles in very remote areas may attract waivers of indexation and reductions of HELP debts.

Please note: To comply with employer duty of care and the unique conditions of the APY Lands, a wellness check will be conducted for any teacher nominated for this position prior to an offer of employment.

Please note that part time and flexible arrangements will be considered.

Site: Ernabella Anangu School

Local Partnership: Anangu Lands

Tenure: 04/05/2026 to 11/12/2026

Fraction of time: 1.0

Subject: Aboriginal Education to Year 10

Conditions: $82,496 - $119,647 per annum FTE / Teacher Conditions

School Website: http://www.ernabella.sa.edu.au

Eligibility and Application Instructions We value a diverse range of backgrounds and experiences and encourage all suitable applicants to apply. If you need adjustments during the recruitment process, please let us know.