We have the following positions available for dynamic and passionate Junior School Educators:
1x Permanent, Full-Time Classroom Teacher
1x Fixed-Term (Two Year Contract), Full-Time Classroom Teacher
Why Join Us?
Somerville House is a vibrant, future-focused school located in the heart of Brisbane, offering outstanding education from Pre-Prep to Year 12. Our students thrive in a dynamic learning environment where academic care, wellbeing and opportunity sit at the centre of all we do.
Somerville House is a school where innovation and tradition go hand in hand. With a strong record of academic achievement and a clear commitment to future-focused learning, we offer a dynamic environment where educators are supported to grow, contribute and thrive.
The Role
At Somerville House, our Junior School is a vibrant and purposeful learning community where students are known, challenged and supported to flourish.
These exciting opportunities are available to contribute to a warm, connected and purposeful Junior School community, where strong relationships, professional collaboration and a genuine care for each learner sit at the heart of daily practice. In this role, you will play a meaningful part in delivering an exceptional learning experience, thoughtfully integrating the Australian Curriculum and the International Baccalaureate (PYP) Framework. You will join a forward-thinking and supportive team committed to fostering engaging, inquiry-driven environments where students are known, challenged and encouraged to flourish academically, socially and personally.
You Are a Highly Skilled Educator With a Passion For Shaping Young Minds. You Thrive In a Collegial, Innovative Environment And Are Committed To
- Designing evidence-informed, high-impact learning experiences that engage, challenge and extend students.
- Knowing students deeply and using assessment, feedback and differentiation to support individual growth.
- Integrating the Australian Curriculum and PYP framework to deliver purposeful, inquiry-rich learning.
- Creating warm, respectful and well-managed classrooms where students feel known, safe and ready to learn.
- Contributing actively to a collaborative professional culture focused on reflection, improvement and shared practice.
Experience in PYP and inquiry-based learning is highly desirable.
What We Offer
- A high-performing academic team driven by excellence and care.
- A warm, collegial staff culture aligned with the Somerville House Culture of Care framework.
- A strong commitment to professional learning, including investment in PYP training.
- A community where staff and students are known, supported and encouraged to thrive.
It is a mandatory requirement to hold the appropriate tertiary qualifications and current Queensland Teacher Registration (QCT).
At Somerville House, the safety and wellbeing of children and young people is our highest priority. We are committed to providing a child-safe environment where students are respected, protected and empowered. We seek staff who actively support and uphold our commitment to child safety and who demonstrate appropriate behaviours and professional boundaries at all times.
Employment Classification
The salary and conditions of employment for Academic staff are in accordance with the Presbyterian and Methodist Schools Association (PMSA) Enterprise Agreement 2025, as varied or replaced from time-to-time.
Please refer to the School’s website for the relevant Teacher – Junior School Position Description which outlines the application requirements and process.
Applications for this position close 9:00am, Friday 09 October 2026. Somerville House reserves the right to contact suitable applicants prior to the closing date through the scheduling of an interview.
About Us
Somerville House is a day and boarding school for girls established in 1899, providing exceptional education for students from Prep through to Year 12, with a co-educational Pre-Prep offering. Somerville House students have the opportunity to participate in an extensive academic, sporting and cultural program, while receiving a high standard of personal care and individual attention within the school community.
Somerville House is a school of the Presbyterian and Methodist Schools Association (PMSA). The PMSA is a mission of the Presbyterian and Uniting Churches.
