Teacher, Primary, Fernvale State School - Dance / Ipswich North State School - Arts

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Fernvale State School / Ipswich North State School, Metropolitan South

Join a dynamic arts teaching circuit across two welcoming Ipswich-region schools! Fernvale State School and Ipswich North State School. This full-time position (Prep-Year 6) offers the opportunity to teach Music, Dance, Drama, Media Arts and Visual Arts across diverse school communities, located just 20-35 minutes from the Ipswich CBD.

Job details

• Position status: Fixed Term Temporary
• Position type: Full-time
• Occupational group: Education & Training
• Classification: Teacher
• Workplace Location: Brisbane - South,Brisbane - West,Ipswich region
• Job ad reference: QLD/670764/25
• Closing date: 12-Dec-2025
• Yearly salary: $76963 - $123102
• Fortnightly salary: $2950.00 - $4718.50
• Total remuneration:
• Salary Other:
• Job duration: 22-01-26 to 11-12-26 unless otherwise determined
• Contact person: Mandy Lappe
• Contact details: 07 3436 6256 Access the National Relay Service

This exciting full-time circuit position offers the opportunity to inspire creativity and artistic expression across two vibrant primary schools in the Ipswich region. You'll teach Music at Fernvale State School (0.6FTE), deliver Dance, Drama, Media Arts and Visual Arts at Ipswich North State School (0.4FTE).

Each school offers a supportive and collaborative environment where The Arts are highly valued as part of a rich and engaging curriculum. Fernvale State School is a growing semi-rural school with a strong sense of community; Ipswich North State School prides itself on inclusivity and creative learning.

This role is ideal for a passionate and adaptable Arts educator who enjoys variety, working across multiple settings, and sharing their enthusiasm for the performing and visual arts with students from Prep to Year 6.

Current Opportunities:

• Dance / The Arts - P-6 (Temporary, 22/01/2026 - 11/12/2026)

Why Metropolitan South Region?

• Commitment to student success: Each school prioritises quality teaching and learning, with a focus on helping every child reach their potential academically, socially, and creatively.
• Strong community connections: Both schools value close partnerships with families and the wider community, creating supportive and inclusive learning environments.
• Focus on wellbeing and inclusion: They each foster safe, caring, and respectful school cultures where every student feels valued and supported.
• Emphasis on creativity and engagement: The Arts are seen as an important part of the curriculum, encouraging students to explore, express, and develop confidence through creative learning.
• Collaborative and supportive staff culture: Teachers work together across year levels and schools to share ideas, strengthen practice, and create consistent, high-quality educational experiences.

What We Offer

• Modern facilities and quality resources
• Real career development opportunities

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 practicum reports, mentor statements & unofficial transcript)

How to apply

• Click the Green 'Apply online' button below
• Enter your personal details
• Attach your resume including two professional referees

🔗 Explore the school: Visit https://fernvaless.eq.edu.au/ https://ipswichnorthss.eq.edu.au/

All applicants are encouraged to apply to the Department of Education Teacher Application Portal to be considered for current and future roles.

Further information

We are committed to building inclusive cultures in the Queensland public sector that respect and promote human rights and diversity.

Applicants are encouraged to commence and submit their application as early as possible as the Department of Education reserves the right to reduce the application period and/or remove the job advertisement early should a suitable applicant be found.

Documents

Before applying for this vacancy please ensure you read the documents below.

• teach-s1-teacher-rd (PDF, 767KB) Role Description