Teacher - Primary/Secondary, Multiple Opportunities, Barcaldine Prep-12 State School

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Barcaldine Prep-12 State School, Central Queensland

Barcaldine Prep–12 State School is a well-resourced, community-focused school located in the heart of Central West Queensland, approximately 600 km west of Rockhampton. With an enrolment of around 280 students from Prep to Year 12, the school offers a supportive learning environment, spacious grounds, and a strong academic and vocational focus. Staff are dedicated and highly involved in both school and community life, delivering a broad curriculum through face-to-face, Distance Education, and Virtual Schooling. A wide range of extracurricular activities, including sport, music, and cultural events, supports the school’s commitment to holistic education and positive student outcomes, underpinned by the school motto: "In all our best."

Job details

• Position status: Permanent
• Position type: Full-time
• Occupational group: Education & Training
• Classification: Teacher
• Workplace Location: Central West Qld
• Job ad reference: QLD/648288
• 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

We're recruiting teachers to join our close-knit team. Whether you're just starting out or looking for a rewarding regional move, this is your chance to be part of something meaningful.

Current Opportunities:

• Prep-Year 6 (Permanent)

2026 Opportunities:

• Industrial Technology Skills / Design and Technologies (Industrial Technology Strands) - (Permanent) - Demonstrated knowledge of and strong interest in hands-on woodworking and metalworking techniques

Why Barcaldine Prep-12 State School?

• Opportunities to teach across both primary and secondary sectors
• Leadership roles available for staff interested in taking on additional responsibilities
• Supportive structure in place, including a Head of Curriculum (Kindy–Year 10) and guidance for Level 2 Band Planning and Senior Schooling Programming
• Strong, collaborative, and supportive staff culture, with a focus on maintaining a positive workplace environment
• Families and the wider community work closely with the school to achieve the best outcomes for students, consistently going above and beyond in their support

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
• 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 Barcaldine Prep-Year 12 State School website here

📄 Read about departmental incentives: Download PDF

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

• teach-s1-teacher-rd (PDF, 767KB)
• Role Description