Primary Teachers (Contract)

Located at the heart of Queensland's vibrant Sunshine Coast, the Sunshine Coast Grammar School is a leading independent, Christian coeducational school offering excellence in contemporary education from Prep to Year Twelve.

As the population of the Sunshine Coast grows, so does the need for increased quality education. This growth, as well as extended staff leave has led to various contract opportunities becoming available for outstanding candidates to join our team in 2027.

We are seeking highly skilled and motivated Primary Teachers to join our school in January 2027, to fulfil contract positions of various lengths (up to 1 year) across a range of year levels.

What we offer

·         Competitive salary structure for teaching and support staff

·         Recognition of, or opportunities to obtain, national accreditation as Highly Accomplished or Lead Teachers.

·         39 weeks of term-time for a school year

·         Health and Wellbeing – access to a range of initiatives to promote health and wellbeing, including annual flu immunisation.

·         Access to Employee Assistance Program

·         Active Staff Social Club

·         Access to relevant and interesting Professional Learning opportunities

·         Opportunity to take on additional responsibilities for experience to maximise your leadership potential

At Sunshine Coast Grammar School, as a PMSA School, the Grammar teacher is committed to the Christian ethos and actively supports the School and PMSA’s mission and vision. Our School and PMSA values of Care, Excellence, Personal Development, Ethics and Celebration are evident through our high-quality learning, teaching and schooling.

Our whole school vision for learning identifies what we value as a community and the pedagogical principles to develop successful learners, confident and creative individuals and active and informed citizens.

We value:

·         Christian Faith in Action

·         Community

·         Mindset and skillset

·         Wellbeing

Our Visible Learning is:

·         Engaging

·         Reflective

·         Connected

·         Personalised

The Grammar teacher is aligned, knowledgeable, and highly skilled in delivering the Australian Curriculum. They plan and prepare differentiated teaching programmes using extensive subject knowledge, data, and responsive instructional practices. Their work is guided by the Australian Standards for Teachers, which emphasise professionalism, collaboration, and the ongoing improvement of educational outcomes for students.

The successful candidate must be supportive of the Christian ethos and mission of our School and must also be prepared to participate in the school’s co-curricular program.

Sunshine Coast Grammar School is committed to providing a child safe and child friendly environment.  All Staff have a responsibility to ensure that the wellbeing and safety of all students is at the forefront of all that they do, and every decision they make. Our statement of commitment can be found here.

The PMSA is an equal opportunity employer.

Applicants are required to;

·         Submit a covering letter including your preference of teaching across P-2 or Year 3-6

·         Address the Position Requirements section found in the Position Description (Failure to address the Position Requirements may result in your application not being considered)

·         Provide a current resume which includes the names and contact details of two professional referees

Applications close strictly at 9.00am Monday 24 August 2026. Late applications will not be considered.

Due to the volume of applications, only applicants successful in proceeding to interview will be contacted.