Tips for Securing a Permanent Teaching Job in Australia

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Moving to Australia to start your career as a teacher is as challenging as any and before you make any plans to move Down Under you should be sure that you hold all the required qualifications and experience. If you fail to meet the basic requirements for a teacher in Australia then it’s unlikely your dream will ever become a reality. Here are our top tips for securing a permanent teaching role in Oz.

Qualifications Required

The general requirements for teaching in Australia are a college teaching qualification (BEd or PGCE) and four years of tertiary education. Prior to securing a job, you may also need to undergo a criminal record check, and if necessary, an assessment of your English language skills. Remember that each state and territory in Australia governs its own education system, so you will need to check the specific requirements of the location where you want to work before looking for a job.

Applying for a Visa

The roles of Pre-primary School Teacher, Primary School Teacher Secondary School Teacher are all on the Skilled Occupations list, meaning you can apply for a Skilled Migration Visa. In order to apply, you must have obtained a skills assessment from the relevant assessing authority and meet some basic requirements, such as having completed at least 6 weeks of supervised teaching practice. However, the application process can be lengthy, so make sure you give yourself enough time to apply.

Finding a job

One of the easiest ways to secure a job is through a recruitment agency. As well as helping you secure a permanent role, they can also offer support in CV writing and interview techniques to maximise your chances of finding a job. Smart Teachers is a recruitment agency that works to place teachers at schools in Australia; they can find you work in your preferred state of Australia on a permanent and long term contract – meaning you can settle into your new life in Australia with ease.

Find teaching jobs in Australia at www.smartteachers.co.uk

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