Teacher - Primary

Queensland Department of Education; Burketown; On-site; AUD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation support

Housing subsidy

Additional leave

Salary packaging benefits

Accelerated transfer opportunities

HECS debt reduction

Job summary

Queensland Department of Education – Burketown QLD is seeking teachers for Burketown State School, where 13 multi-age students create a unique, relationship-focused classroom environment. You’ll personalise learning, build strong community ties, and enjoy a lifestyle in the Gulf Savannah region with adventure.

The role welcomes experienced or graduate teachers and offers a collaborative team, generous rural incentives including subsidised housing, relocation assistance, location payments, extra

Qualifications

• A recognised teaching qualification and QCT registration (full or provisional).
• Australian working rights or valid visa.

Education

Teaching qualification / QCT registration (full or provisional)

Job description

Queensland Department of Education – Burketown QLD

Join Burketown State School and experience teaching like never before. With just 13 multi-age students, you’ll have the opportunity to build meaningful relationships, personalise learning, and make a genuine impact every day.Combined with Queensland's generous school holidays and the unique lifestyle of the Gulf Savannah region, this is an opportunity to grow your career while embracing adventure.

Whether you’re an experienced teacher or starting your teaching career you’ll be supported by a collaborative team and a welcoming community where your contribution truly matters.

Make an impact. Enjoy the adventure. Build a rewarding career.

Why Burketown State School?

• Modern classrooms equipped with state-of-the-art technology designed to enhance learning experiences
• Generous non-contact time, allowing you to focus on planning high-quality learning experiences and supporting student success
• Generous rural and remote incentives including subsidised housing, transfer assistance, location and service payments, additional leave, salary packaging benefits, accelerated transfer opportunities, and potential HELP (HECS) debt reduction
• Teacher housing is provided in modern, spacious one-bedroom units that are fully furnished and well maintained.

What We Offer

• Generous rural teacher incentives
• Modern facilities and quality resources
• Relocation and housing support

What You’ll Need

• Relevant teaching qualification
• Full or provisional QCT registration
• Australian working rights or valid visa
• Pre-service and graduate teachers are encouraged to apply (include practicumreports, mentor statements & unofficial transcript)

Explore the school

Visit Burketown State School website here.

Read about departmental incentives

Download PDF(PDF)

All applicants are encouraged to apply to theDepartment of Education Teacher Application Portalto be considered for current and future roles.

Existing permanent teachers are encouraged to apply for the teacher transfer process, noting that relocation entitlements may not apply.

Applications from recruitment agencies will not be accepted.