Careers
With approximately 240 full-time, part-time and casual staff, Pulteney is a School in which professionalism and commitment to excellence are valued in each and every role.
Uniquely located on one site within the CBD, Pulteney is an active and proud member of the City of Adelaide and enjoys a rich and vibrant community defined by an authentic belonging.
With an array of excellent career opportunities for teaching, administrative and ancillary staff, we welcome applications from forward thinking, dynamic individuals who excel in a contemporary environment.
Employees at Pulteney have access to an array of professional benefits including:
- Partial remission of tuition fees (for eligible staff)
- Salary packaging options
- Extensive career and professional development opportunities
- Access to wellbeing services, including an Employee Assistant Program and chaplaincy services which provide a range of personal and family benefits
- Travel opportunities throughout the year to interstate and international destinations with various student groups
- An active Social Club with events and activities offered throughout the year
- Excellent facilities with innovative technology
- A collegial and supportive working environment
You will find that when you join Pulteney, you don’t just become part of an organisation, you become part of our community.
Current Vacancies
Heads of House - Middle and Senior School
Pulteney Grammar School is seeking passionate and experienced educators for the roles of Head of House – Middle School (Years 7–9) and Head of House – Senior School (Years 10–12). These are leadership positions central to our pastoral care program, focused on student wellbeing, connection, and growth.
Each role includes a 0.30 FTE time release and a five-year tenure. Successful applicants will be inspiring mentors who foster belonging, lead staff teams, and uphold the values of our vibrant House system.
Position description for Head of House Middle School is available here and for Head of House Senior School is available here, and candidates should apply with reference to the key criteria and minimum requirements.
Applications
Applications in Word or PDF format, including a CV, contact details of three professional referees, and a cover letter addressing the selection criteria should be attached. Please indicate in your cover letter whether you are applying for the Middle School role, the Senior School role, or both.
Applications should be addressed to Ms. Lauren Connolly (Head of Middle School) or Mr. Zac Savage (Head of Senior School) or both if applicable. Applications close Monday 18 August 2025 at 9am.
Relevant tertiary qualifications, Registration with the Teachers’ Registration of South Australia, a current Working with Children Check clearance and Responding to Risk of Harm, Abuse and Neglect Certificate (RRHAN-EC) are pre-requisites for employment.
Inclusive Education Teacher
Applications are sought from new and experienced teachers, for the contract position of Inclusive Education Teacher R-12, 0.60-1.00FTE (negotiable), beginning as soon as possible and ending at the conclusion of the 2025 school year.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
- Implement Individual Learning Plans: Ensure strategies listed in ILPs are implemented in the classroom setting.
- Differentiate instruction: Adapt teaching strategies, materials, and assessments to meet the diverse learning needs and abilities of children with disabilities or additional needs.
- Support inclusion: Work closely with teachers to facilitate the successful inclusion of children with special needs in all classrooms, ensuring access to the curriculum.
- Monitor and assess progress: Regularly track progress, and work with teachers to adjust plans as needed.
- Intervention Programs: Deliver intervention programs and assess and record progress.
KEY CRITERIA
- Demonstrated ability to work with children with special needs (e.g. ASD, ADHD, sensory needs).
- Ability to collect, interpret, and use data (academic, behavioural, and social-emotional) to inform targeted interventions and measure progress.
- Capacity to work collaboratively with teachers, allied health professionals, families, and external agencies.
- Familiarity with proactive learning and wellbeing strategies that promote inclusive classrooms
A position description is available here and candidates should apply with reference to the key criteria listed above.
APPLICATIONS
Applications in Word or PDF format, including a CV, contact details of three professional referees, and a cover letter addressing the Key Criteria, should be attached. Applications close 20 August 2025 at 9am.
Applications will be reviewed on a continuous and daily basis. Apply early.
Relevant Tertiary qualifications, Registration with the Teachers’ Registration of South Australia, a current Working with Children Check clearance and Responding to Risk of Harm, Abuse and Neglect Certificate (RRHAN-EC) are pre-requisites for employment.
Teacher - Junior School 2026
Applications are sought from teachers for 2026 permanent and replacement contract teaching positions (1.00FTE full-time).
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
- Establish and maintain an inspiring, well organised and stimulating learning environment
- Respect children and build relationships in a caring, sensitive and appropriate manner
- Demonstrate familiarity and experience with the Australian Curriculum
- Support a range of abilities within an inclusive learning environment
- Collaborate with colleagues to support children
- Implement and develop innovative and relevant learning and assessment experiences
KEY CRITERIA
- A passion and commitment to innovative, child-centred pedagogies
- A demonstrated ability to reflect on professional practice and set actionable goals for growth
- Familiarity with proactive learning and wellbeing strategies that promote inclusive classrooms
- An ability to differentiate and modify the curriculum to assist all learners
A position description is available here and candidates should apply with reference to the key criteria and responsibilities listed above.
APPLICATIONS
Applications in Word or PDF format, including a CV, contact details of three professional referees, and a cover letter addressing the Key Criteria should be attached. Applications close at 9am, Friday 22 August 2025.
Applications will be reviewed on a continuous and daily basis.
Relevant Tertiary qualifications, Registration with the Teachers’ Registration of South Australia, a current Working with Children Check clearance and Responding to Risk of Harm, Abuse and Neglect Certificate (RRHAN-EC) are pre-requisites for employment.
ELC Educator
Founded in 1847, Pulteney Grammar School is a leading co-educational Anglican school woven into the fabric of Adelaide. Formed through a tradition of innovation, Pulteney Grammar School provides an education that positions its 1,000 students to prosper. Uniquely located on one site within the CBD, Pulteney is an active and proud member of the city of Adelaide and enjoys a rich and vibrant Old Scholars’ community defined by a true sense of belonging.
We are currently seeking an ELC Educator on a fulltime basis for the remainder of the 2025 School year and 2025/2026 School holidays, assisting students and teachers in the delivery of their learning and teaching in the early learning center.
- The Educator will ensure that a high quality of care is maintained for each child in the ELC and will help to monitor the achievement of educational objectives.
- An approved Diploma in Early Childhood Education and Care is essential. Experience working with children in an educational support role is also desirable.
The successful candidate must also undertake child related screening and provide a Working With Children Check and Responding to Risk of Harm, Abuse and Neglect certificate.
The position description is available here and candidates should apply with reference to the key criteria.
Applications
Applications in Word or PDF format, including a CV, contact details of two professional referees, and a cover letter, should be sent via SEEK by Friday 29 August 2025, 9am.
Pathways in Sport at Pulteney - Coaching
At Pulteney, our sport coaches are trained to function as sport educators borrowing from the basic principles of sport, developing problem solving and critical thinking skills in their players and teams.
We cultivate a player centred approach whereby our students are encouraged to take risks and are taught the concepts of responsibility, humility and accountability.
Interested in joining Pulteney Sport as a coach? Read more about our coaching development framework below.