Teacher - Primary, Multiple Opportunities, Balaclava State School (Cairns)

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Balaclava State School (Cairns), Far North Queensland Region

Balaclava State School is committed to students, quality teaching and accountability. We use key conditions, key elements and key strategies to meet standards and targets that we have designed to help us continue to strive for the best learning outcomes for all students.

Job details

• Position status: Fixed Term Temporary
• Position type: Full-time
• Occupational group: Education & Training
• Classification: Teacher
• Workplace Location: Cairns region,Far North Qld
• Job ad reference: QLD/647132/26
• Closing date: 13-Jul-2026
• Yearly salary: $76963 - $123102
• Fortnightly salary: $2950.00 - $4718.50
• Job duration: Commence: As Soon As Possible
• Contact person: Teacher Recruitment Team
• Contact details: TeachQueenslandRecruitment@qed.qld.gov.au

Current Opportunities:

• Inclusion - Prep-6 (Temporary, ASAP - 11/12/2026)
• Digital Technologies - Prep-6 (Temporary, ASAP - 11/12/2026)
• Behaviour Management - Prep-6 (Temporary, ASAP - 11/12/2026)
• Primay- Year 1 (Tempoaray, 13/07/2026- 11/12/2026)
• Auslan - Prep-6 (Temporary, 13/07/2026- 10/12/2027)

Why Balaclava State School?

• Supportive, Close-Knit School Community
• Professional Growth and Leadership Opportunities
• Meaningful Impact in a Regional Setting

What We Offer

• Modern facilities and quality resources
• Real career development opportunities
• Relocation 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)

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 Balaclava State School website here

All 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 considered.

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

Role Description: 09 133932 teach-s1-teacher-rd (PDF, 190KB)