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Pormpuraaw State School, Far North Queensland Region
Pormpuraaw State School is a small, culturally rich school located on the western coast of Cape York Peninsula. The school provides education for students from early childhood to Year 6 and offers a supportive teaching environment with a strong focus on student engagement, personalised learning, and success. We're seeking passionate educators who is ready to make a real difference in a remote Indigenous community. This is more than a job - it's a chance to inspire, connect, and grow!
Job details
- Position status: Permanent
- Position type: Full-time
- Occupational group: Education & Training
- Classification: Teacher
- Workplace Location: Far North Qld
- Job ad reference: QLD/666188/26
- Closing date: 26-Feb-2027
- Yearly salary: $76963 - $123102
- Fortnightly salary: $2950.00 - $4718.50
- Total remuneration:
- Salary Other:
- Job duration: Commence: 21 January 2027
- Contact person: Teacher Recruitment Team
- Contact details: TeachQueenslandRecruitment@qed.qld.gov.au Access the National Relay Service
Pormpuraaw State School is seeking passionate and dedicated teachers to join our welcoming and close-knit school community. We have exciting permanent teaching opportunities commencing in Term 1, 2027, across both Kindergarten and Primary (Prep-Year 6).
Teaching in Pormpuraaw offers the opportunity to immerse yourself in a rich cultural environment while building strong, genuine connections with students, families, and the wider community. As part of our supportive team, you'll have the chance to make a meaningful difference while enjoying a unique and rewarding lifestyle.
If you're adaptable, enthusiastic, and committed to supporting students to thrive, we'd love to hear from you.
2027 Opportunities:
- Kindergarten (Permanent, commencing 21/01/2027)
- Primary - Prep to Year 6 (Permanent, commencing 21/01/2027)
Why Pormpuraaw State School?
- Be part of a school with a strong culture of care, inside and outside the classroom.
- Work in a remote, vibrant Aboriginal community where you'll gain unique experiences and make a real impact.
- Enjoy the professional and financial support that comes with working in rural/remote TR4‑7 locations - such as subsidised housing, beginning teacher incentives and remote‑service recognition.
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/ready-to-apply/eligibility-to-apply )
- 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 Pormpuraaw State School here ( https://pormpuraawss.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://apply.teach.qld.gov.au/jobtools/jncustomsearch.viewFullSingle?in_organid=15523&in_jnCounter=222606671 ) 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 ( 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
Before applying for this vacancy please ensure you read the documents below.
- teach-s1-teacher-rd (PDF, 767KB) ( https://smartjobs.qld.gov.au/jobtools/b_fileupload.proc_download?in_file_id=41912995&in_servicecode=CUSTOMSEARCH&in_organid=14904&in_sessionid=0&in_hash_key=19C51615CDCCE99B66385F4B7D584FAA )
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