Teacher - Primary, Multiple Opportunities, Ipswich West State School

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Ipswich West State School, Metropolitan South Region

Located just minutes from the Ipswich CBD, Ipswich West State School offers a convenient, urban teaching setting with strong community connections and easy access to transport and amenities. As a smaller primary school (around 200–260 students), teachers benefit from low class sizes and a close-knit environment where every student is known and supported, allowing for personalised, high-impact teaching.

Job details

• Position status: Fixed Term Temporary
• Position type: Full-time,Part-time
• Occupational group: Education & Training
• Classification: Teacher
• Workplace Location: Ipswich region
• Job ad reference: QLD/684741/26
• Closing date: 27-May-2026
• Yearly salary: $76963 - $123102
• Fortnightly salary:
• Total remuneration:
• Salary Other:
• Job duration: ASAP to 11/12/26 unless otherwise determined
• Contact person: Karla Black
• Contact details: (07) 3813 5222 Access the National Relay Service

Ipswich West State School is deeply committed to inclusion, empathy, and maintaining high expectations for all learners. The school values the ability to build positive relationships and works collaboratively with staff, students, and families to create a supportive and thriving learning environment.

Current Opportunities

• Primary - Year 3 (0.2 FTE working Fridays, Temporary ASAP until 11-12-2026)
• Special Education - Year 3-6 (Full time, Temporary ASAP until 11-12-2026)

Why Ipswich West State School?

• A collaborative and supportive small school environment with a clear focus on belonging, high expectations, and shared responsibility for student success.
• Opportunities to work closely as part of our inclusion team, contribute to whole-school inclusion practices, and engage in ongoing professional learning aligned to inclusive education.

What We Offer

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

The following skills and experience are highly desirable for the role:

• Experience supporting diverse learners
• Strong knowledge of inclusive practices
• Ability to collaborate with teachers to adjust curriculum and support plans
• Experience with case management
• Expertise in behaviour support
• Familiarity with departmental processes and frameworks.

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 Ipswich West State School here.

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

Applications from recruitment agencies will not be accepted.

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