Teacher - Primary, Kindergarten-Year 2, Mount Garnet State School

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Mount Garnet State School

Mount Garnet State School is a small, community-focused school supporting students from Prep to Year 6. We are seeking a dedicated Primary Teacher to lead learning in the Kindergarten to Year 2 classroom. The school is located in Mount Garnet, a rural township on the southern Atherton Tablelands.

Job details

• Position status: Permanent
• Position type: Full-time
• Occupational group: Education & Training
• Classification: Teacher
• Workplace Location: Far North Qld
• Job ad reference: QLD/FNQ656055/25
• 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 unless otherwise determined
• Contact person: Teacher Recruitment Team
• Contact details: TeachQueenslandRecruitment@qed.qld.gov.au Access the National Relay Service

We're recruiting teachers to join our close-knit team. Whether you're just starting out or looking for a rewarding regional move, this is your chance to be part of something meaningful.

Current Opportunities:

• Primary Teacher - Kindergarten-Year 2

Why Mount Garnet State School

• Early years teaching experience preferable, with strong support provided.
• Access to extensive onsite professional development opportunities.
• Flexible start dates available, with onboarding support from current teacher if commencing earlier.
• Small, supportive school community with strong student-teacher connections.
• Unique rural lifestyle on the southern Atherton Tablelands.
• Opportunity to make a real impact in early years education (K-2).

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 ( https://teach.qld.gov.au/apply-to-teach/eligibility )
• Full or provisional QCT registration ( https://www.qct.edu.au/ )
• 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 Mount Garnet State School website here ( https://mtgarnetss.eq.edu.au/ )

📄 Read about departmental incentives: Download PDF (PDF) ( https://teach.qld.gov.au/studyteaching/Documents/remote-teaching-booklet.pdf )

All applicants are encouraged to apply to the Department of Education Teacher Application Portal ( https://teach.qld.gov.au/apply-to-teach/submit-your-application ) 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 ( https://www.forgov.qld.gov.au/humanrights ) and diversity ( https://www.forgov.qld.gov.au/inclusion-and-diversity-commitment ).

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

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