Teacher - Primary - Prep-2 - Byfield State School (Yeppoon)

Queensland Government; Rockhampton Regional; On-site; AUD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Career development

Modern facilities

Small-school collaboration

Job summary

Byfield State School in Queensland is seeking a passionate Primary Teacher to support students across Prep to Year 2, fostering early years learning in a small rural community on the Capricorn Coast. The role values hands-on, outdoor and play-based learning to build strong foundations for confident, lifelong learners.

You will join a multi-age, close-knit school that partners with families and its Parents and Citizens' Association, offering modern facilities, career development and collaborative

Qualifications

• Teaching qualification required.
• QCT registration (full or provisional) required.

Responsibilities

• Support students across Prep to Year 2.
• Build strong foundations for lifelong learning.
• Promote resilience and wellbeing.
• Engage in outdoor and play-based learning.

Skills

Early years pedagogy

Hands-on learning

Outdoor learning

Small rural school

Education

Teaching qualification

Job description

Byfield State School is seeking a passionate Primary Teacher to support students across Prep to Year 2, building strong foundations for lifelong learning in a small rural school community on the Capricorn Coast. This opportunity is ideal for a teacher who values early years pedagogy, hands-on learning and the opportunity to make a meaningful difference to every child's academic progress, confidence and wellbeing.Byfield State School would suit a teacher who enjoys the variety of rural school life, embraces outdoor and play-based learning, and is committed to helping young learners develop the skills, resilience and confidence they need to thrive.Why Byfield State SchoolLearning connected to the natural environment: The school's setting near Byfield National Park provides opportunities to connect curriculum learning with outdoor exploration, sustainability and the local environment, making learning meaningful and relevant to students' lives.A close-knit rural community: With a long history of serving local families, the school values strong partnerships with parents and its Parents and Citizens' Association, creating opportunities for teachers to build relationships that extend beyond the classroom.A personalised approach to learning: Multi-age classrooms and flexible small-group and individual learning structures allow teachers to respond to different abilities, interests and developmental stages, particularly during the important early years of schooling.A focus on resilience and belonging: The Resilience Project, school-wide values and student recognition initiatives help build emotional regulation, positive relationships and a sense of achievement, supporting students to develop confidence alongside their academic skills.What We OfferOpportunities to shape early learningModern facilities and quality resourcesReal career development opportunitiesCollaboration across a small-school settingAccess to professional networks and learning supportWhat You'll NeedRelevant teaching qualificationFull or provisional QCT registrationAustralian working rights or valid visaPre-service and graduate teachers are encouraged to apply (include practicum reports, mentor statements & unofficial transcript)How to applyClick the Green 'Apply online' button belowEnter your personal detailsAttach your resume including two professional refereesExplore the school: Visit Byfield State SchoolAll applicants are encouraged to apply to the Department of Education Teacher Application Portal to 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.This work is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution 3.0 Australia License.