Teacher - Primary, Prep - Year 6, Thornton State School

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Thornton State School, Metropolitan South

Thornton State School is a small, welcoming rural school with a strong sense of community. Students and families are warm, genuine and supportive, and staff work closely together to create a calm and caring learning environment. The school’s picturesque setting and small class sizes allow for personalised learning and strong relationships that help students thrive.

Job details

• Position status: Permanent
• Position type: Part-time
• Occupational group: Education & Training
• Classification: Teacher
• Workplace Location: Brisbane - West,Ipswich region,South West Qld
• Job ad reference: QLD/671723
• Closing date: 02-Jan-2026
• Yearly salary: $46177 - $73861
• Fortnightly salary: $1770.00 - $2831.10
• Total remuneration:
• Salary Other:
• Job duration: Commence 22/1/2026
• Contact person: Luci MCCONKEY
• Contact details: (07) 5466 7141 Access the National Relay Service

Thornton State School is seeking a part time teacher at 0.6 FTE, working Monday, Tuesday and Wednesday. The school has a genuinely warm community where students and families are kind-hearted and welcoming. Staff are a tight team who support one another and play an active role in the life of the school

What We Offer

• Supportive teaching environment
• 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 Thornton 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