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Pulteney is known as a leader and innovator in the education sector in South Australia, and an organisation where staff find purpose in their work.

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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.

Greg Atterton, Principal

Current Vacancies

Director of Teaching and Learning

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.

About the Role
Pulteney Grammar School is seeking an inspiring and strategic leader for the role of Director of Teaching and Learning commencing January 2026. This Executive-level position plays a pivotal role in leading pedagogical vision and innovation across our ELC–Year 12 learning community.

Reporting directly to the Principal, you will lead the development of teaching and learning frameworks, guide curriculum alignment, champion professional learning, and promote a culture of high performance and inclusion.

Key Responsibilities

  • Lead the strategic direction of teaching and learning from ELC to Year 12
  • Drive continuous improvement in pedagogy, curriculum and academic outcomes
  • Inspire and mentor staff through coaching, professional development and collaboration
  • Oversee academic data analysis, assessment, reporting and learning systems
  • Collaborate with key internal and external stakeholders to ensure educational excellence

About You
You are an experienced educational leader with a passion for innovation and proven success in leading whole-school learning strategy. You bring strong emotional intelligence, strategic insight, and the ability to build and sustain a vibrant culture of learning.

A position description 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. Applications should be addressed to Mr. Greg Atterton, Principal. Applications close Monday 14 July 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.

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.

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