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Nestled in the heart of Mount Gambier, South Australia, St Martins Lutheran College is a leading co-educational independent school catering to students from Reception to Year 12. Established in 1982 by the Lutheran Church of Australia, the College has grown from its humble beginnings of 33 primary students to approximately 800 students today.
St Martins Lutheran College is committed to fostering a supportive and collaborative work environment, where staff are empowered to thrive through ongoing professional development, innovative teaching practices, and a strong culture of care. With modern facilities and a dedication to excellence, St Martins provides opportunities for staff to make a meaningful impact while being part of a team that encourages personal and professional success.
Current Vacancies
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Faculty Leader – Health & Physical Education (R–12) (Fixed-term, 3 years) with an ongoing teaching role in Years 7–12
Salary from $86,949 to $120,382 pa (depending on experience), plus a leadership allowance of $7,560.96 pa for the Faculty Leader role.
To commence in January 2026
St Martins Lutheran College invites applications from enthusiastic and dedicated Health & Physical Education (HPE) teachers for a full-time, permanent position teaching Years 7–12.
Alongside the ongoing teaching role, the successful applicant will also be appointed as Faculty Leader – HPE (Reception – Year 12). This is a fixed-term leadership role for three years, which includes 0.3 FTE release time. It provides an ongoing teaching appointment, together with the opportunity to lead the HPE faculty and contribute strategically to curriculum development, student engagement, and staff mentoring across the College.
How to Apply
Applications should be submitted via email by Sunday 21 September. Applications must include:
A resume, including the contact details of at least three referees (one of whom should ideally be your most recent Head of School or Principal), and
A cover letter briefly addressing the person specification/s.
Faculty Leader Job Description
Teacher (7-12) Job Description
Enquiries to:
Mrs Jo Patterson
Ph 0456 403 386
Email: [email protected]
Applications to:
Mandy Taylor
HR & Compliance Manager
Email: [email protected]
HR & WHS Assistant
15 hours per week | 40 weeks per year
$39.90 per hour | Permanent position
We are seeking an HR & WHS Assistant to provide administrative support across human resources, WHS and volunteer processes. Responsibilities of this newly created role include maintaining staff and volunteer records, preparing documentation across the employee lifecycle, and updating WHS registers. The role also supports training compliance and assists with emergency preparedness. This role is ideal for someone with strong organisational skills seeking part-time work during school hours.
Please read our Candidate Information Package for more information and the application guidelines.
WHS & Compliance Coordinator
37.5 hours per week | 41 weeks per year
$46.65 per hour | Permanent position
This pivotal role is responsible for coordinating workplace safety and compliance across the College. As the central point of contact for WHS matters, you will coordinate safety systems, facilitate WHS Committee meetings and emergency preparedness, and support the Return-to-Work function. The role also contributes to policy coordination, maintaining compliance records, and supporting College registration requirements.
This position is designed to align with school terms, making it a family-friendly opportunity for those seeking meaningful work that fits within school and family life.
Please read the Candidate Information Pack for further information and application guidelines.
TRT Relief Teachers
If you would like to join the College as a relief teacher please complete the form below.
To be appointed as a relief teacher you must hold a current SA Teacher’s Registration, Responding to Risks of Harm, Abuse and Neglect (RRHAN) Certificate and First Aid qualifications
Commitment to child safety and wellbeing
St Martins Lutheran College has a zero-tolerance approach regarding harm to children and young people and are committed to acting in students’ best interests and keeping them safe from harm.
Each member of the College has a responsibility to understand the important and specific role that they play individually, and collectively, to ensure that the wellbeing and safety of all students is at the forefront of all that they do, and every decision that they make.
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Volunteers
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At St Martins Lutheran College, we value and encourage the active involvement of volunteers in our community. We believe that by sharing their time, skills, and expertise, volunteers make a meaningful impact on the life of the College. Their diverse interests and abilities enrich school programs, creating more opportunities for students to learn, grow, and experience new things. Volunteering is a rewarding way to contribute, connect, and be a part of the St Martins community.