A meaningful career awaits at Westminster
At Westminster, we believe that education is more than just academic achievement. It is also about developing the whole person, nurturing their talents, passions, and character. That is why we offer a comprehensive and balanced curriculum that encourages agency and innovation while catering to the needs and interests of every student, from Early Learning to Year 12. Westminster is a vibrant and dynamic community that embraces diversity, innovation, and excellence. As a staff member, you will be part of a collaborative and inclusive culture that encourages your professional and personal development. Come and see what makes Westminster a unique and rewarding place to work.
Meet some of our passionate Teachers and learn about their journeys below
Teaching School Hub
At Westminster, we believe we have a responsibility to help support and develop the teaching profession, as such we host SA’s first Teaching School Hub. Our hub is a partnership between Westminster, and several Universities, and it aims to provide high-quality initial teacher education to the trainee teachers and excellent extra in class support for our students.
We recruit some of the best trainee teachers, while still at university, in order to give them a strong foundation and ensure classroom readiness. The Teaching School Hub supports the trainees' development, with expert mentors and partnering with expert teachers. The trainees learn from our strongest teachers in order to become the teachers our children deserve. We also offer opportunities for aspiring and certified Highly Accomplished and Lead Teachers (HALT) to share their expertise and lead improvement across the system. Our Teaching School Hub is a community of practice that fosters excellence, innovation, and collaboration in education.
Michael and Charlotte share their experiences as Trainee Teachers in the Teaching School Hub in the video below.
Michael and Charlotte
Early Career Teachers
At Westminster, we believe that early career teachers are not only the future of our profession, but also valuable contributors to our current school community. That's why we provide a range of opportunities for our ECTs to develop their skills, knowledge and confidence, while also sharing their insights and enthusiasm with their colleagues and students.
One of the ways we support our ECTs is our highly effective ECT program, including a termly ECT retreat, opt-in Professional Learning, access to an expert mentor, access to a highly trained Instructional coach, and exceptionally supportive colleagues.
Ruby and Megan share their experiences as Early Career Teachers at Westminster School in the videos below.
Ruby and Megan
Aspiring HALT
One of our goals at Westminster is to support our teachers in their professional growth and development. We encourage our teachers to pursue the national certification of Highly Accomplished and Lead Teachers (HALT), which recognises and rewards teachers who demonstrate exemplary practice and leadership in their field.
We offer a leading aspiring HALT program for teachers who want to achieve this certification. The program provides them with tailored professional learning, mentoring and coaching, as well as guidance from one of our many AITSL accredited Assessors. Our aspiring HALT teachers can benefit from this program and enhance their skills and knowledge.
Cassie and Jason share their journeys as aspiring HALT at Westminster School in the videos below.
Cassie and Jason
HALT
Westminster School values lifelong learning and continuous growth for our teachers. That's why we offer a career path for nationally certified HALT's, who are expert educators with a passion for impactful education. Westminster School does not have a cap on the number of certified HALT’s employed by the school.
HALT's not only learn and grow themselves, but also lead and support their colleagues. As a HALT, you can stay in the classroom and make a difference for yourself, your colleagues, and your students. Westminster certified HALT’s have a portfolio focusing upon an area of passion, which they lead and develop across school. This allows our HALT’s to continue to develop their areas of passion, support their colleagues, model lifelong learning, and have a high impact upon the students they and their colleagues teach.
Sara and Angela share their experiences being a certified HALT at Westminster School in their video below.
Sara and Angela
Discover the benefits at Westminster
Exceptional Facilities
Westminster boasts exceptional facilities, from modern classrooms and performing arts spaces, to a state-of-the-art farm.
Extensive Opt-In Professional Learning
Offering extensive opt-in professional learning opportunities to ensure constant growth.
Aspiring HALT Program
Westminster delivers a leading aspiring program to elevate teaching practice, support and leadership among its educators.
Early Career Teaching Support Program
A varied and comprehensive bespoke support program is available to all our ECT’s.
Teaching Hub Program
SA’s first Teaching School Hub supports educators in training to get hands on experience, while being mentored by expert teachers.
Coaching@West
Westminster teachers have access to our instructional coaching program in order to continually improve.
Middle Leader Training
We run expert middle leader training courses, with cohorts starting each year.
Aspiring Middle Leader Training
Our aspiring middle leaders have the opportunity to opt-in to complete a bespoke program focusing on AITSL’s standards for middle leaders.
Collaborative Opportunities
Undertake collaborative opportunities with PESA, IPSHA, Round Square and internally with different faculties and year levels.
Positive Learning Environments
At Westminster, we have a focus on positive, professional relationships and positive, active learning environments.
MicroRewards Program
Our MicroRewards program allows recognition between colleagues, with positive affirmations and actual rewards.
Small Class Sizes
We pride ourselves on class sizes that allow teachers to have the ability to spend time with all students.
Well Established Frameworks
Ranging from innovative teaching, learning and pastoral care that is always forward thinking.
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
All employees are able to access our EAP, this is a confidential service to support you when needed.
Online Personal Learning Resources
Explore extensive online resources, professional learning courses and pedagogical ideas via Pedagogy@West
Fee Remissions
For staff with children enrolled at Westminster.
Competitive Salary
Salary Packaging
Staff Wellbeing Activities
A range of activities from collaborative artwork, drama workshops, craft and cricket to Friday night drinks.
Staff Yoga
Weekly yoga classes open to all in our community.
Staff Lap Swimming
Staff lap swimming is available several times a week in our pool.
WestFit
Staff can access expert coaching from our WestFit coach, using our gym.
On Site Parking
Westminster offers on-site parking available for staff and visitors.
Community
A welcoming, supportive community for life beyond the School gates.