Executive Teacher - Preschool and Kindergarten, Bonython Primary School | Full-time Permanent

Closes: 21 August 2026

Classification: School Leader C
Salary: $145,938 - $149,107 plus superannuation
Position No: 31910
Directorate: Education
Advertised (Gazettal date): 07 August 2026
Contact Officer: Amanda Hawkins on Amanda.Hawkins@ed.act.edu.au or (02) 6142 0640

Details: School Overview:

Bonython Primary School is a safe and inclusive learning environment where curiosity, challenge and belonging is promoted for all learners. Our motto of learning with purpose and passion underpins our beliefs that our students learn best when they are active with high levels of engagement and empowerment. We work in partnership with our families to develop authentic, meaningful and connected learning experiences in contemporary classrooms.

What you will do – Position Overview

We are seeking an Executive Teacher - Preschool & Kindergarten with experience teaching and leading preschool and kindergarten. As a member of the Leadership Team, the successful applicant will lead the design and delivery of early years learning, including Strong Foundations, and manage NQF requirements as the Educational Leader for preschool. They will work closely with the whole leadership team to engage with students, families and community organisations to deliver positive academic, behavioural and social outcomes for students in Preschool to Year 6.

What you require – Job Description

The successful applicant’s key responsibilities will be to:

• lead staff and students in enacting our Bonython Guiding Principles for learning, curriculum, learners and environments.
• lead the design and implementation of early childhood pedagogy and curriculum across preschool and kindergarten supporting the implementation of Strong Foundations and collaborative team planning.

- effectively coach and mentor staff through strong credibility as a classroom teacher. Work alongside educators to improve inclusive teaching practice by coaching, modelling and mentoring across Preschool - Year 6.

• collaborate with stakeholders to build strong, trusted relationships with students, staff, families, and external providers to enhance student outcomes contribute to the leadership team.
• actively participate in whole-school leadership, supporting decision-making and strategic planning for student learning, wellbeing and inclusion.

- lead preschool - Guide the preschool team in implementing the NQF and QIP, aligning reflective practice with early childhood pedagogy to meet student needs.

• undertake a teaching load and other duties as determined by the Principal.

Note: A Merit Pool will be established from this selection process and will be used to fill vacancies over the next 12 months.

Selection may be based on application and referee reports only.

How to Apply: To apply, please submit a written response of no more than five pages addressing the five School Leadership Capabilities in context of the Job Description along with your curriculum vitae.

Applications should be submitted .

Applicants should note that a Joint Selection Committee (JSC) established in accordance with the collective/enterprise agreement provisions will assess all applications for this position.

Note: Under the ACTPS employment framework you may be placed in another role where required for the efficient administration of the service.

The ACT public service is committed to closing the gap, underpinned by the belief that when Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people have a genuine say in the design and delivery of policies, programs and services that affect them, better life outcomes are achieved. More information can be found here ACT Closing the Gap Implementation Plan - ACT Government Transparency Portal.

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