Last Call: Preparing for Term 4 Staffing
Lauren H • September 7, 2025

Last Call: Preparing for Term 4 Staffing 

Term 4 is just around the corner - and while your team is focused on finishing strong, you may still be looking to fill a key role or provide stability through the final stretch of the school year. 

This is the last window to act - and HARKE is here to help you do it efficiently, without sacrificing quality. 

 

Why Now Matters 

With exams, reports, events and end-of-year transitions ahead, reliable staffing in Term 4 can make or break the final quarter. Schools that secure the right people now avoid: 

  • Mid-term disruptions 
  • Overspending on casual coverage 
  • Loss of student continuity and wellbeing supports 

We’re currently working with qualified, classroom-ready teachers who are: 

  • Available to start in Term 4 
  • Experienced in flexible and short-term settings 
  • Actively seeking placements before the 2026 rush begins 

 

How HARKE Can Help 

Whether you're replacing a teacher on extended leave, expanding your specialist program, or preparing to trial a candidate ahead of 2026, we provide: 

 

Rapid Shortlisting 

Profiles of fully screened available educators within 48 hours 

State-Specific Registration Advice 

Confident hiring across NSW, VIC, QLD and NT 

Interview Coordination 

Flexible booking options to fit your school calendar 

Full Compliance & Induction Support 

Teachers who arrive classroom-ready, not paperwork pending 

 

 

 

Trusted by Schools and Teachers Alike 


Our verified reviews on Sourcr reflect the consistency, responsiveness, and quality support we’re proud to provide. 


⭐ “Extremely responsive and professional. HARKE found us the right fit, fast — and handled the whole process.” 
— Verified school leader review via Sourcr 


⭐ “They understood our brief clearly and delivered high-calibre candidates in record time.” 
— Principal, Independent School (VIC) 


⭐ “HARKE helped us solve a staffing gap with a placement who is now part of our 2026 team.” 
— Deputy Principal, QLD Catholic School 


Our team — including Paige Parsons (⭐ 4.91, 160+ reviews) and Jasmine O’Dwyer (⭐ 4.88) — ranks among the highest-rated education recruiters in Australia. 

 

Hiring for Term 4? Let’s Make It Seamless. 

You don’t need to rush or settle - you just need a team who knows where to look, what to ask, and how to match the right teacher to the right role, fast. 


Enquire Now → www.harke.com.au 


Let HARKE take care of your Term 4 hiring, so your team can focus on what matters most - teaching, learning, and finishing the year strong. 

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