Junior School Teachers

Ipswich Girls' Grammar School; Ipswich City; On-site; AUD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive remuneration

PD opportunities

Salary packaging

Medibank discount

On-site gym & pool

Free parking

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

Ipswich Girls' Grammar School including Ipswich Junior Grammar School invites applications for several Primary Teacher positions in our Junior School starting Term 1, 2027. You will lead engaged, inclusive classrooms for Prep to Year 6, shaping curiosity and confidence in every student as you align with the Australian Curriculum.

You will collaborate with families and colleagues, delivering differentiated learning and strong pastoral care within a warm, high-performing school community.

Qualifications

• Experience teaching Prep to Year 6.
• Strong knowledge of the Australian Curriculum.
• Contemporary teaching practice and classroom management.
• Proficient with digital technologies to enrich learning.
• Excellent communication and relationship-building.
• Eligibility for registration with QCT and working rights in Australia.

Responsibilities

• Design and deliver differentiated learning aligned with the Australian Curriculum.
• Know learners, track progress and use data to extend growth.
• Create a positive, inclusive and well-managed classroom.
• Support the whole child through pastoral care and the School’s framework.
• Build partnerships with students, families and colleagues.

Skills

Australian Curriculum knowledge

Differentiated instruction

Pastoral care

Digital learning tools

Education

Queensland College of Teachers registration

Tools

Digital technologies

Job description

Limitless. One word that captures everything we believe about education, our students and the future we help shape.

At Ipswich Girls' Grammar School including Ipswich Junior Grammar School, we have an unwavering commitment to developing young people who know their value, embrace their potential and lead with grit and grace. Our purpose is to provide exceptional education and care that cultivates belief, belonging and bold leadership.

Established in 1892, we are one of Queensland's original Grammar Schools, proudly offering a contemporary, personalised and holistic education from Kindy to Year 12 (co-educational from Kindy to Year 6, and girls-only from Years 7-12). We combine a rich heritage with a future-focused approach, delivering transformative learning experiences that ignite curious minds and courageous hearts.

Our people are central to this mission. We are a warm, authentic and high-performing community united by a shared belief that every student deserves the opportunity to thrive.

This is a place of limitless possibilities. A place where students and staff alike are inspired to grow, lead and make their mark on the world.

THE ROLE

Bring learning to life at Ipswich Junior Grammar School. With several Primary Teacher opportunities available in our Junior School from Term 1, 2027, we are looking for enthusiastic educators to join our team. Reporting to the Deputy Head of Junior School, you will create memorable learning experiences that spark curiosity, build confidence and help students from Prep to Year 6 thrive.

This is an opportunity to make a genuine difference every day. You will lead a vibrant and inclusive classroom, use evidence and insight to shape your teaching, and partner with colleagues and families to support each student’s academic, social and emotional growth.

Key responsibilities include:

• Design and deliver purposeful, engaging and differentiated learning experiences aligned with the Australian Curriculum and School frameworks.


• Know your learners, celebrate their progress and use assessment and data to extend their growth.


• Create a positive, inclusive and well-managed classroom where students feel safe, known and inspired to learn.


• Support the whole child through strong pastoral care and the School’s Positive Behaviour Learning Framework.


• Build trusted partnerships with students, families and colleagues and contribute enthusiastically to the wider life of the School.

ABOUT YOU

You are an inspiring primary educator who brings energy, creativity and care to the classroom. You connect easily with students, families and colleagues and are excited by the opportunity to help every learner discover what they can achieve. You’ll bring:

• Experience and confidence teaching students from Prep to Year 6.


• Strong knowledge of the Australian Curriculum and the ability to turn curriculum into engaging, responsive and differentiated learning.


• Contemporary teaching practice, sound judgement and excellent classroom management.


• Confidence using digital technologies to enrich learning and strengthen communication.


• Warm, clear and highly effective communication and relationship-building skills.


• Eligibility for registration with the Queensland College of Teachers and unrestricted working rights in Australia.

If you are a thoughtful, energetic and student-centred teacher who wants to grow your practice, contribute to a strong team and make a lasting impact, we would love to hear from you.

WHAT WE OFFER

• Competitive remuneration


• Ongoing Professional Development opportunities


• Discounted school fees for eligible employees


• Eligible to access salary packaging through our provider, Southgate Salary Packaging


• Corporate discounts with Medibank


• Access to our on-site gym and pool


• Free onsite parking


• Employee Assistance Program

YOUR APPLICATION

Monday 5 October 2026

Ipswich Girls Grammar School including Ipswich Junior Grammar School is committed to the safety and wellbeing of all young people. Prior to appointment all candidates are required to undergo a pre-employment screening process which will include working with children checks, background referencing, identify confirmation, qualification validation and professional registration checks. All candidates must hold entitlement to work in Australia. Successful candidates are required to adhere to all School policies and procedures relating to student protection, and the School’s approach to meeting the Child Safe Standards and the Reportable conduct Scheme.