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

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Whitfield State School, Far North Queensland Region

At Whitfield State School we are immensely proud of our school’s reputation for providing an excellent education in a safe, caring environment. Our teachers use proven, high-yield teaching practices such as Explicit Instruction and Learning Consolidation to maximise student learning. Our school motto Each Striving for the Peak underpins our belief that every student has the potential to succeed.

Job details

• Position status: Permanent
• Position type: Full-time
• Occupational group: Education & Training
• Classification: Teacher
• Workplace Location: Cairns region
• Job ad reference: QLD/647749/25
• Closing date: 02-Feb-2026
• Yearly salary: $74146 - $123102
• Fortnightly salary: $2842.00 - $4718.50
• Total remuneration:
• Salary Other:
• Job duration: Commence: As Soon As Possible
• Contact person: Teacher Recruitment Team
• Contact details: TeachQueenslandRecruitment@qed.qld.gov.au Access the National Relay Service

Located centrally in beautiful Cairns, Whitfield State School is a vibrant and high-achieving school community that celebrates learning, creativity, and belonging. We're proud of our inclusive culture, strong community partnerships, and commitment to helping every child reach their highest potential.  Our staff are collaborative, well supported and dedicated professionals who work together intentionally as a team. They value innovation and wellbeing in equal measure. Join us and be part of a school that makes a real difference every day, in a place where children thrive and educators love to work.

Oppportunities:

• Special Education - Prep-6 (Permanent).
• District Relieving Teacher (DRT) - (Temporary, 22/01/2026 - 11/12/2026)
• Year 2 or 3- (Permanent)
• Dance/Drama- Year Prep - 6 (Permanent)

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 Whitfield 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.

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