Are you seeking a change in lifestyle, professional advancement, and meaningful impact? Country education provides all of that and more. The public education system in South Australia is based on the idea that all children, regardless of where they reside, should have access to high-quality education. We are seeking enthusiastic and skilled educators who are willing to migrate and work in local communities around our stunning state.

Were actively seeking SECONDARY teachers, but if you're a PRIMARY or EARLY YEARS teacher with a desire to make a difference, we want to hear from you too. Well work with you to find the right teaching opportunity that aligns with your experience and aspirations.

Explore our vibrant regions and what they offer

Incentives & Support

If you secure a regional teaching position, you may be eligible for:

• International visa sponsorship

• Relocation assistance

• Fortnightly Country Incentive Zone allowance up to $10,023 AUD per year

• Subsidised Government housing

• Access to professional development and fast-tracked leadership opportunities

• Dedicated early-career teacher programs, including placement and scholarship initiatives

• A unique opportunity to live close to nature and experience life from diverse cultural perspectives.

Learn more about incentives for country teachers

What Were Looking For

To be eligible for visa sponsorship, youll need to:

• Hold a Bachelors degree in Education or a relevant teaching field

• Be a UK citizen

• Have at least 2 years of full-time teaching experience in the past 5 years

• Be eligible for registration with the Teachers Registration Board of South Australia

• Provide evidence of completing at least 45 days of supervised teaching during your studies

• Obtain an overseas police clearance

Ready to Take the Leap?

If you're ready to take your teaching career further and embrace the adventure of country life in South Australia, wed love to hear from you.

About Department for Education, Government of South Australia

• Department for Education, Government of South Australia

• 31 Flinders Street, Adelaide

• South Australia

• 5000

• Australia