A meaningful career awaits at Westminster
Westminster is inclusive and welcoming, with a strong sense of collegiality amongst staff who get to work with talented students every day. You could be a part of this caring community and achieve more than you ever thought possible too.
Our School is renowned for its genuine and successful focus on wellbeing and our breadth of opportunities for staff. We are seeking innovative, inspirational and passionate people to provide an exceptional education for students, Early Learning to Year 12.
Our School is renowned for its genuine and successful focus on wellbeing, and our breadth of quality opportunities. What’s your next opportunity?
Leadership & Management Roles
Director of People and Culture
Full-time permanent position - Member of the School Leadership Team
Reporting directly to the Principal, you will work closely with members of the School Leadership Team, School Management Team, and Line Managers to provide a range of strategic and operational HR services and have oversight of the P&C operations team.
The role of Director of People and Culture is a key role within the School, with a broad range of responsibilities to:
- Lead the design and delivery of people initiatives that drive organisational success.
- Oversee recruitment, onboarding, talent development, and succession planning to attract and retain top talent.
- Provide expert advice on HR, ER, WHS and organisational development matters.
- Partner with leaders to guide performance management, change management, and workforce planning.
- Manage complex industrial relations matters and support enterprise bargaining processes.
- Drive initiatives that support a safe, collaborative, and values-driven workplace.
- Oversee performance development, management and professional learning delivery, ensuring compliance and alignment with workforce needs.
You are an experienced People and Culture leader with a strong track record of delivering strategic people initiatives in complex environments. A collaborative and relational leader, you bring:
- Tertiary qualifications and significant experience in Human Resource Management.
- Extensive knowledge of HR, ER, WHS legislation, awards, and enterprise agreements.
- Proven success in managing complex employee matters, including conflict resolution and change management.
- Strong communication, negotiation, and influencing skills with the ability to build trusted relationships across all levels.
- People, results and solutions focussed with a high level of business acumen.
- An awareness of compliance obligations within a SA school environment.
- Well-developed time management and problem-solving skills as well as excellent organisational and planning skills.
- A growth mindset, resilience, and the ability to balance strategic vision with hands-on delivery.
Are you ready to be part of a School that provides opportunities for an adventurous education? Then we would welcome your application!
A position description is available to download here.
To apply, please submit your resume and a cover letter addressed to Mr Simon Shepherd, Principal.
Applications close 5pm Thursday 6th November 2025 and will only be accepted when submitted through SEEK.
For further information, contact humanresources@westminster.sa.edu.au
Westminster, where you can achieve more than you thought possible.
Head of Year 7
Take the lead in a key pastoral care role for students to succeed in their first year of Senior School.
Commencing Term 1 2026
Full time, 3 year tenure – Permanent appointment as Teacher
Time release - 0.4 FTE of a full teaching load, Band 2 Allowance is applicable, $18,949 per annum.
The Head of Year 7 is a key pastoral and administrative position within the School and is responsible for the transition of students into the Senior School. The role is charged with making the year a productive, interesting and enjoyable one for all students, leading the induction and orientation of all Year 7 students into the Senior School.
To be successful in this role you will have demonstrated experience as an effective leader of teachers, relevant tertiary qualifications and current registration with Teachers Registration Board of South Australia. An exemplary classroom practitioner, you have a proven record of student outcomes and an excellent understanding of the transition from Primary to Secondary school. You are able to build positive, authentic relationships with managers, peers, staff, parents and students, and you are a lifelong learner who inspires others to learn and grow.
A position description is available here to download.
To apply, please submit via SEEK, your resume and cover letter addressed to Mr Andrew Whiteman, Deputy Principal/Head of Senior School.
For further information about this role please contact humanresources@westminster.sa.edu.au .
Applications close 9am 5th of November 2025 and will only be accepted when submitted via SEEK
Westminster, where you can achieve more than you thought possible.
Teaching Roles
Teacher - Preparatory Music
Fixed-term full-time 1.0 FTE basis for 2026.
We are seeking a suitably qualified and experienced Music teacher to join our Preparatory Music Faculty, with the ability to teach across all year levels. You will be an enthusiastic, resilient and optimistic educator who builds positive relationship with students, parents and colleagues and collaborates with colleagues to ensure the best possible outcomes for students. Teaching qualifications essential, and the ability to teach a range of instruments highly advantageous.
Key Selection Criteria: Qualifications, Skills and Experience
- Relevant tertiary qualifications, with a specialty in Music
- Ability to teach a range of instruments is highly desirable and advantageous
- Accompanying skills would be preferable
- Able to direct student bands and/or choirs
- Teachers must have current registration with Teachers Registration Board of South Australia
- Demonstrated passion for, and experience in, teaching Music
To apply, please submit your application including a resume and a cover letter addressed to Simon McKenzie, Head of Preparatory School.
For further information about this role - download the Position Description here, or contact humanresources@westminster.sa.edu.au
Applications may be reviewed as received and will only be accepted when submitted through Seek.
Westminster, where you can achieve more than you thought possible.
Technologies Specialist Teacher - Preparatory School
Fixed term for Term 1 2026 to cover a permanent employee on leave
We are seeking a suitably qualified and passionate Technologies Specialist Teacher to commence in January 2026 for Term 1 leave cover.
Specialising in and teaching primary students you will be an enthusiastic, resilient and optimistic educator who builds positive relationship with students, parents and colleagues and collaborates with colleagues to ensure the best possible outcomes for students.
Please follow the link to download the Position Description.
To apply, please submit your resume and a cover letter addressed to Mr Simon McKenzie, Head of Preparatory School,
via email: sharmer@westminster.sa.edu.au by 9am, Monday 10th November 2025.
Westminster, where you can achieve more than you thought possible.
Support Roles
Learning Support Assistants - Individual Needs - Preparatory School
Support classroom teachers to establish good learning environments and tailor learning experiences for students with specific special learning needs.
To commence January 2026 - 3 positions - Fixed-term for the 2026 school year,
Part-time working Monday to Friday from 8:30am to 3:30pm
32.5 hours per week, 39 weeks per year (School term time only).
We are seeking 3 experienced Learning Support Assistants to provide assistance in the Preparatory School and during activities for individual children with specific special learning needs. You will support classroom teachers to establish an effective learning environment and to provide adjustments to learning materials to support the individual student access and participate in education on the same basis as other students. Active supervision and one-to-one support for the students (2 boys, 1 girl) is required. You may need to assist one of these students with his personal needs where necessary.
A position description is available to download here.
To apply, please submit your resume and a cover letter addressed to Mr Simon McKenzie, Head of Preparatory School.
Applications will only be accepted when submitted through Seek and may be reviewed as received.
Applications close 9.00am, Monday 10 November 2025.
Westminster, where you can achieve more than you thought possible.
Learning Support Assistant - Senior School
Support classroom teachers to establish good learning environments and tailor learning experiences for students with specific special learning needs.
Fixed term part-time working from 8:45am to 3:30pm, Monday to Friday, 31.25 hours per week, 39 weeks per year (School term time only).
Available from term 1, 2026
We are seeking an experienced Learning Support Assistant to provide in-class assistance in the Senior School for students with specific special learning needs. You will support classroom teachers to establish an effective learning environment and to provide adjustments to learning materials to support all students in their learning experience.
Key Selection Criteria includes:
- Certificate III in Education Support (as minimum or equivalent)
- Demonstrated experience in providing student support
- Creative and demonstrates initiative
- Excellent ICT and administrative skills
- Current certification in Provide First Aid
- Awareness of the Privacy Act
- Experience providing support to Indigenous students would be an advantage.
A position description is available to download here.
For further information about this role please contact humanresources@westminster.sa.edu.au
To apply, please submit your resume and a cover letter addressed to Mrs Rebecca Wilkins, Head of Student Diversity.
Applications will only be accepted when submitted through Seek and may be reviewed as received.
Applications close 9am Monday 10th November 2025.
Westminster, where you can achieve more than you thought possible.
Marketing and Communications Assistant
Fixed term full time to cover for a permanent employee on Parental Leave– Commencing January 2026
An exciting opportunity is on offer for an experienced Marketing and Communications Assistant to join our team.
In this role you will provide operational support for the creation and distribution of content across traditional and digital media, including publications, social media, websites, signage, and CRM communications. The role supports designated aspects of school marketing and communications, ensuring the smooth operation of the school’s marketing office.
Reporting to the Marketing Lead, you will assist with updates and maintenance of content for the School’s website, social media, and general online activities. An authentic individual who demonstrates excellent communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills, your collaborative working style with students, families, and staff from across the entire School will see you achieve great results.
You'll bring to the role:
- Formal qualifications in Marketing, Communications, or related field.
- Experience in content creation for traditional and digital media.
- Proficiency in relevant software (Adobe Creative Suite, Microsoft 365, CMS, CRM).
- Strong writing and design skills, with attention to detail and brand alignment.
- Ability to work collaboratively, manage multiple priorities, and respond to challenges.
- Broad knowledge of social platforms (Instagram, Facebook, Twitter), search engines (Google, YouTube) and associated third party applications, including emerging platforms.
- An awareness of the Privacy Act and ability to ensure confidentiality.
A position description is available to download here.
For further information about this role please contact humanresources@westminster.sa.edu.au
To apply, please submit your resume and a cover letter to Mr David Botha, Director of Marketing and Communications.
Applications will only be accepted when submitted through Seek.
Applications close 5pm, Friday 7th November 2025.
Westminster, where you can achieve more than you thought possible.
Temporary Relief Teaching
Find out more
We welcome passionate and suitably qualified teachers to register for consideration to be part of our 2025 Temporary Relief Teacher (TRT) pool.
To register, please complete the below TRT application via the below link:
Temporary Relief Teaching Opportunities 2025
Please be aware there is no guarantee of work by registering. We match applicants to our relief requirements on an 'as needed' basis.
Unfortunately, we are unable to acknowledge receipt of your application by return email, however if you would like to confirm receipt of your application, please contact HR at humanresources@westminster.sa.edu.au
Your completed application will remain current for 2025 unless you advise us otherwise.