Teacher - Primary, K-6, Multiple Opportunities, Bwgcolman Community School (Palm Island)

Bwgcolman Community School is a vibrant Pre-Prep-12 National Partnership school located on beautiful Palm Island, just 65km north-northwest of Townsville in the Great Barrier Reef Marine Park. With around 320 students across 14 classes, we have a strong focus on literacy, numeracy, and positive behaviour through the School Wide Positive Behaviour Support (SWPBS) program. We partner with universities such as QUT and ACU to deliver innovative learning programs and support teacher development. Join our dedicated team and make a real difference while embracing a rewarding lifestyle in a welcoming island community.

Job details

• Position status: Permanent
• Position type: Full-time
• Occupational group: Education & Training
• Classification: Teacher
• Workplace Location: Townsville region
• Job ad reference: QLD/667047/25
• Closing date: 02-Feb-2026
• Yearly salary: $74146 - $123102
• Fortnightly salary: $2842.00 - $4718.50
• Total remuneration:
• Salary Other:
• Job duration: Commence 22-01-26
• Contact person: Teacher Recruitment Team
• Contact details: TeachQueenslandRecruitment@qed.qld.gov.au Access the National Relay Service

Bwgcolman Community School offers a unique teaching experience on beautiful Palm Island, supported by a strong, stable team, with teacher housing subject to availability. We seek educators with flexibility, a willingness to learn in a remote setting, and resilience to thrive in our vibrant school community. Join us to make a real impact while enjoying a rewarding lifestyle in a supportive environment.

2026 Opportunities:

• Health and Physical Education - K-6 (Permanent) x2
• Primary - Prep-6 (Permanent)

What We Offer

• Generous rural teacher incentives
• Modern facilities and quality resources
• Real career development opportunities
• 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 practicum reports, mentor statements & unofficial transcript)
• For positions that include Kindergarten, a Blue Card or exemption card is required. You can find more information including how to apply here.

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 Bwgcolman Community School website here

📄 Read about departmental incentives: Download PDF

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