Teacher - Primary, Prep-6, Sarina State School

Job details

Position status: Fixed Term Temporary

Position type: Full-time

Occupational group: Education & Training

Classification: Teacher

Workplace Location: Mackay region

Job ad reference: QLD/694214

Closing date: 26-Feb-2027

Yearly salary: $76963 - $123102

Fortnightly salary: $2950.00 - $4718.50

Job duration: Commence: 13/07/2026 - 11/12/2026

Contact person: Teacher Recruitment Team

Contact details: TeachQueenslandRecruitment@qed.qld.gov.au

Sarina State School is seeking a passionate Primary Teacher to join its dedicated team, teaching students from Prep to Year 6. This is an exciting opportunity to inspire young learners in a welcoming regional school that values high expectations, strong community partnerships and quality teaching that supports every student to thrive.

Located in the heart of the Mackay region, Sarina State School provides a caring and inclusive learning environment where every student is encouraged to dream big and aim high. The school fosters a strong sense of belonging through strong partnerships with families and the wider community, delivering engaging learning experiences that support academic achievement, wellbeing and personal growth.

A temporary full-time opportunity is available for a Primary Teacher working across Prep to Year 6. In this role, you will deliver engaging and differentiated learning experiences that build strong foundations in literacy, numeracy and student confidence, while creating an inclusive classroom where every learner can thrive. Teachers who are collaborative, student-centred and committed to building positive relationships will be well suited to this welcoming and connected school community.

Why Sarina State School?

• Be part of a school community guided by the vision to Dream Big, Aim High, encouraging students to achieve their personal best in every aspect of school life.
• Join a school that values strong partnerships with families and the local community to support positive student outcomes.
• Teach in a welcoming regional community that offers the benefits of a relaxed lifestyle while remaining close to Mackay and the beautiful Queensland coastline.

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 https://sarinass.eq.edu.au/

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 accepted.