Why work with us
Every child and young person deserves a great education.
We have a strategy that aims to unlock every child's potential now and into the future, one that in partnership with learners, students, parents and the wider South Australian community will build a world‐leading public education system. One that is equitable and prioritises learning and well‐being.
Together we will make our education system the best it can be. When our children and young people thrive, so do our communities and our state.
Department for Education
* Job reference: 845408
* Location: 5000 - ADELAIDE
* Job status: Long Term Contract
* Eligibility: Open to Everyone
About the Role
The Curriculum Writer works with learning area leaders and field practitioners to write curriculum content that is clear, well‐structured and aligned with evidence‐informed curriculum design principles to support effective learning. The role identifies emerging trends in school curriculum design through consulting and working collaboratively with internal and external colleagues. The Curriculum Writer works collaboratively under limited direction, as part of the Curriculum Directorate to write, design and develop curriculum content and resources that support and enable leaders, teachers and students to effectively engage with the Strategy for Public Education.
Qualifications
Essential: Applicants must be either currently registered or able to be registered to teach in South Australia. If not permanent with the Education Department, applicants must meet the department's minimum employment requirements before taking up an appointment.
Desirable: Curriculum writing expertise
Special Conditions
The successful applicant is required to gain a Department for Human Services (DHS) working with children check (WWCC) prior to being employed which is required to be renewed every five years before expiry. The incumbent will be required to undertake RRHAN –EC (Responding to Risks of Harm, Abuse and Neglect - Education Care) Facilitator Lead (Masterclass) extended course or the online (Fundamentals) course which will be required to be updated every three years. For all other Special Conditions please refer to the attached Position Description.
Remuneration
STL2 $143,438 per annum (1.0 FTE) + superannuation (12%)
Enquiries
Enquiries can be directed to Thomas Harvey, Transition Leader Curriculum, via tel: 0455 027 854 or email:
Application instructions
Applications should be made through the IWorkForSA website. Applicants are required to submit a CV, the Application Cover Sheet, Employment Declaration, and a cover letter of no more than two pages addressing the key competencies in the attached position description.
People of Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander descent and/or those who have a disability are strongly encouraged to apply.
Additional Note
Multiple vacancies available. These are full‐time contract roles (1.0 FTE), commencing immediately with an end date 23/01/2029. This position operates under conditions similar to those of the Public Sector Act 2009 (PS Act).
Applications close: 28/05/2026 11:30 PM
Attachments
* Application Cover Sheet - STL.pdf
* Job Application Guide - STL.pdf
* Position description - STL2 Curriculum Writer Curriculum and Learning.pdf
* VL233 Pre‐employment
Flexibility Statement
The South Australian public sector promotes diversity and flexible ways of working including part‐time. Applicants are encouraged to discuss the flexible working arrangements for this role.
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