Teacher - Primary/Secondary, Multiple Opportunities, Burdekin School (Ayr)

Burdekin School, North Queensland Region

At Burdekin School, we are united by a clear mission: to strive for independence in every learner. We offer a unique educational journey that spans from Early Childhood Education through to Year 12, supporting diverse learning needs through high-quality, personalised education programs. Come join us at Burdekin School—where success is shared, inclusion is real, and everyone matters.

Job details

• Position status: Fixed Term Temporary
• Position type: Full-time,Part-time
• Occupational group: Education & Training
• Classification: Teacher
• Workplace Location: North West Qld
• Job ad reference: QLD/649932/25
• Closing date: 13-Jul-2026
• Yearly salary: $76963 - $123102
• Fortnightly salary: $2950.00 - $4718.50
• Total remuneration:
• Salary Other:
• Job duration: ASAP to 11-12-26 unless otherwise determined
• Contact person: Teacher Recruitment Team
• Contact details: TeachQueenslandRecruitment@qed.qld.gov.au Access the National Relay Service

Burdekin School is a Queensland State Special School supporting students from Prep to Year 12, as well as children in our Early Childhood Developmental Program.

Our dedicated team creates inclusive, supportive learning environments that focus on developing academic, social, work, and life skills. We are deeply committed to helping students transition confidently into post-school pathways, including community and workforce participation.

Join a team where specialised teaching, strong collaboration, and real impact are at the heart of what we do.

Current Opportunities:

• District Relieving Teacher (DRT) x2 - Prep-Year 12 (Temporary, ASAP to 11/12/26)
• Intellectual Impairment - Prep-Year 12 (Part Time 0.6 FTE, Temporary, ASAP to 11/12/26)

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 Burdekin 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.

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.

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