Teachers Registration Board of South Australia

11/08/2025

The 2025 Australian Teacher Workforce Survey is coming to your inbox tomorrow!

Watch for your unique survey link via email and in your teacher portal.

By taking around 10 minutes from your day to share your teaching experience, you can provide important insights on:

• Your wellbeing at work
• Job demands
• Career intentions
• Working arrangements

Stronger data today builds a stronger profession tomorrow.

You can also read about the findings from previous Australian Teacher Workforce Surveys at: https://www.aitsl.edu.au/research/australian-teacher-workforce-data/atwd-reports/national-trends-teacher-workforce-jun2025

20/07/2025

Looking for a new and exciting Senior Finance Officer role?

This role is offered on an ongoing basis, part time (0.8 FTE) and is located in the heart of the Adelaide CBD.

Head to I Work for SA, vacancy number 686945 to find out more and apply.

07/07/2025

Celebrating 50 Years of NAIDOC

This year’s theme: The Next Generation: Strength, Vision & Legacy highlights the vital role educators and school leaders play in empowering young people and shaping strong, connected communities every day.

Find a range of inspiring resources that are available for download for your classroom.

ANNOUNCEMENT: NAIDOC Week Education Resources now available!

ABC Education is pleased to once again partner with the National NAIDOC Committee to create the official NAIDOC Week education resources.

Today, educators around Australia have access to the official educational resources for this year’s NAIDOC Week theme: The Next Generation: Strength, Vision and Legacy on the ABC Education website.

The resources, written by educators from Culture is Life and overseen by Co-Chair, National NAIDOC Committee, Prof. Lynette Riley, AO, guide educators on how to meaningfully introduce the stories and themes to students and their school communities. This year’s educational resource feature powerful stories written by First Nations peoples celebrating ‘the legacy of ancestors, the strength of young leaders, and the vision of communities.’

The resources can be found on the NAIDOC and ABC Education websites and are designed for Levels F-10 in line with the Australian Curriculum. They aim to inspire teachers, students, and younger generations to learn, connect with and celebrate this rich and diverse history and the stories of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples.

"In 2025, we celebrate 50 years of NAIDOC Week, celebrating our cultures and teaching about our people’s histories and cultures. Each year, we select a theme to further develop greater understanding of our issues, in line with our Elders’ initial concepts for NAIDOC Week. The theme for 2025, ‘The Next Generation: Strength, Vision and Legacy,’ focuses on our youth – future leaders in Culture, and all the social and political parameters we need their ongoing help with as we continue to fight for justice and equity in Australia. We want to highlight the amazing role our youth play in our futures. They are our strength, they provide our vision through their ongoing work with Elders in their own communities and they are responsible for future legacies." - Co-Chair National NAIDOC Committee Aunty (Prof) Lynette Riley AO (Wiradjuri and Gamilaroi)

"Culture is Life is extraordinarily proud of the education and social impact work we create. The resources produced by our educators are anchored in pride and a passion to share the stories, dreams and aspirations of First Nations peoples from across this nation. The shared commitment of our educators is to ensure the next generation of Australians are more informed and aware of what our strengths, vision and legacies have been and continue to be. Capturing the breadth of contributions, talents and aspirations is a challenge. However, the invitation to join this work to build awareness is evident in these resources. NAIDOC Week’s 50th anniversary is an invitation to participate and build upon the materials, the stories and the voices of generations. We look forward to these stories being taught and learnt from for generations to come." - CEO, Culture is Life Belinda Duarte (Wotjobaluk and Dja Dja Wurrung)

"First Nations Australians love to celebrate who we are and where we've come from. It allows us the chance to acknowledge our deep connection to Country, to each other and to our shared future. This year, the NAIDOC theme ‘The Next Generation: Strength, Vision and Legacy’ calls for everyone to deepen their understanding and appreciation of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander achievements and experiences, including those young leaders emerging in our communities. We welcome you to join us on this journey and celebrate our place in this country together." - ABC Head of Indigenous Kelrick Martin: (Ngarluma)

"The ABC is pleased to partner with the National NAIDOC Committee in creating these education resources. Education plays a powerful role in shaping understanding and respect. We’re proud to support teachers in bringing the stories, histories, and cultures of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples into classrooms across the country." - ABC Managing Director Hugh Marks.

ALL resources are available by visiting:

NAIDOC Website: www.naidoc.org.au/resources/educational
ABC Education online: www.abc.net.au/education/naidoc-week-2025-education-resources/105420636

15/06/2025

We would like to extend our sincere congratulations to Carolyn Grantskalns who was recently awarded the Order of Australia Medal (OAM) in the King’s Birthday Honours.

Many in the South Australian education sector will know Carolyn through one of her many roles and of course, as the Presiding Member of the Teachers Registration Board.

Carolyn is a former teacher and Wilderness School Principal of 16 years and was appointed AISSA’s CEO in 2013, only recently retiring from that role in 2023.

Carolyn also served on the Australian Curriculum, Assessment and Reporting Authority Board and is a former member of the South Australian Education Standards Board.

Congratulations Carolyn on this outstanding and well-deserved recognition of your hard work and dedication to education in South Australia.

03/06/2025

We were deeply saddened to learn of the recent passing of Anthony (Tony) Houey, a long-term TRB deputy board member.

Tony was appointed as a deputy member in August 2012 and served as a dedicated member of the Board for many years. He was a passionate advocate for the role of law in education in South Australia and made a lasting impact through his work in student debating.

Generous with his time and always willing to share his expertise, Tony was a valued resource for many.

Tony officially retired and resigned from the Board on 30 May 2016, but his contribution and presence have left a lasting legacy.

We extend our condolences to Tony’s family and acknowledge his important contribution to the Teachers Registration Board.

02/06/2025

As we mark National Reconciliation Week 2025, we reflect on this year’s powerful theme: Bridging Now to Next.

It’s a call to action for all Australians to honour the lessons of the past while stepping forward together into a more united future.

This theme reminds us that reconciliation is a shared journey - one that requires courage, reflection, and commitment from us all.

Bree Buttenshaw is a proud Kalkadoon woman and talented digital artist based on Quandamooka Country. She is the artist behind this year’s National Reconciliation Week artwork.

When describing her artwork for , Bree says, ‘The artwork celebrates the resilience of Australia’s native flora, featuring Lemon Myrtle, Banksia, Gum Leaves, Desert Lime and Kangaroo Paw, renowned for their ability to endure harsh conditions, regenerate after fire, and flourish through adversity. These plants embody the strength and adaptability of people and communities, emphasising the importance of growth in the present while looking toward the future.

Vibrant patterns symbolising journeys and tracks reflect resilience, connection, and progress, serving as a reminder of our deep ties to Country and the paths paved by those before us. The squares and rectangular shapes that spiral into each other can be viewed as spiraling inwards or outwards depending on where you are in your journey.

By interweaving the regenerative stories of native plants with the campaign’s theme, the artwork encapsulates perseverance, unity, and hope. The colour palette is inspired by the Aboriginal flag and fire.’

🖼️Learn more about Bree and the vibrant artwork of
https://www.reconciliation.org.au/our-work/national-reconciliation-week/artwork-and-artist/

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01/05/2025

If someone shares – or threatens to share – n**e, explicit or other intimate images or video of you, report it to eSafety. This includes deepfakes – AI-generated intimate material made to look like you.

📈 New research shows eSafety has been handling an increasing volume of reports of image-based abuse – and how we have a very high success rate in getting this distressing material removed quickly.

By reporting image-based abuse to eSafety, we can provide expert advice, find the best way to help and take action. You can report to eSafety even if you've also reported to police.

➡ Find out more about what to do if it happens to you or someone you know: eSafety.gov.au/image-based-abuse

21/04/2025

Free Autism Works Employment Summit 2025.

The full day summit will bring together people from South Australia’s key growth industries to explore strategies for enhancing autism inclusion in the workforce.

Learn more about creating inclusive workplaces and how your organisation can tap into the skills, experiences and potential Autistic people bring.

📍Adelaide Convention Centre
⏰8:15am – 3:30pm Wednesday 30 April 2025

The event is free, but registration is essential. Learn more and register at officeforautism.sa.gov.au/autism-works-employment-summit.

17/04/2025

Congratulations to Mykayla Demarco, a preschool educator from Solomontown who won the Leadership in Diversity, Equity and Inclusion award at the recent Premier’s Excellence Awards ceremony.

Well done Mykayla on being recognised for the excellent work you do for children, and for the community, in South Australia.

Standing alongside Mykayla is Cathy Cook from Marryatville Primary School who was also a very worthy nominee. We congratulate all those nominated for this special award.

03/04/2025

Looking for a new and exciting management role?

Located in Adelaide CBD on an ongoing basis, the Manager, Registration is accountable to the Director, Regulatory Performance.

The role will provide high-level direction to lead, oversee and ensure effective delivery of services to facilitate the maintenance of teacher registration systems to ensure there are competent educators that are fit and proper persons to have the care of children.

Interested? Head to I work for SA and search for Vacancy No: 661202, or visit https://www.trb.sa.edu.au/home/about-us/positions-vacant

25/03/2025

As Australia’s first and only national reconciliation in education awards, the Narragunnawali Awards celebrate Australian schools and early learning services that are implementing outstanding reconciliation initiatives.

The Narragunnawali Awards 2025 are now open for both nominations and applications:

1. Nominations - Anyone (including you!) can nominate a school or early learning service that they believe should be awarded for their outstanding reconciliation initiatives. To accept their nomination, the school or early learning service will need to submit an application. Nominations close 18 April.

2. Applications - To apply, a school or early learning service must have a published Narragunnawali Reconciliation Action Plan (RAP). RAP Working Group members can apply under the 'Your RAP' tab in the Narragunnawali platform. Applications close 2 May.

If you would like to learn more about the Narragunnawali program or to explore starting a RAP for your organisation, please visit the website or get in touch.
https://www.reconciliation.org.au/our-work/narragunnawali-reconciliation-in-education/

13/03/2025

Registrations are now open for the SASTA Annual Conference 2025!

Join science educators, researchers, and industry experts on 14–15 April at Glenunga International High School for two days of keynote presentations, hands-on workshops, and cutting-edge science insights.

This year’s theme, "Decoding Science," explores:
🔹 Emerging STEM technologies – AI, VR & game-based learning in classrooms
🔹 Hands-on investigations – practical experiments across all year levels
🔹 Environmental science & sustainability – microplastics, climate change & more
🔹 Physics & space education – introducing Einsteinian physics at earlier levels

Don’t miss this key professional learning opportunity for primary and secondary teachers, and science education leaders.

Register now:

Join primary and secondary educators and members of the science education community at SASTA’s 2025 Annual Conference, on 14–15 April at Glenunga International High School.