Teacher - Primary/ Secondary, Multiple Opportunities, Western Cape College (Weipa)

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Western Cape College - Far North Queensland Region

Western Cape College (WCC) is a leading P–12 school located in the vibrant, coastal community of Weipa on the western Cape York Peninsula. As the educational heart of the region, WCC supports students from Weipa, Mapoon, Napranum, and remote Cape communities — including through its 120-bed Residential Campus.

Job details

• Position status: Permanent
• Position type: Full-time
• Occupational group: Education & Training
• Classification: Teacher
• Workplace Location: Far North Qld
• Job ad reference: QLD/647735/25
• 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

Weipa is more than a stunning coastal town, join a tight-knit, culturally rich community where your work as an educator becomes part of something truly meaningful

Current Opportunities:

2025

• Design and Technologies (Food and Fibre Production) / Digital Technologies / Hospitality Practices - Year 7-12 (Permanent)

2026

• English/Essential English - Year 8-12 (Permanent, commence 22/01/26)
• English/Essential English - Year 8-12 (Temporary, 22/01/26 - 04/12/26)

Why Western Cape College?

• Teach where your impact matters every day
• Stunning beaches, fishing, and outback adventures at your doorstep
• Join a welcoming, culturally rich town where work-life balance thrives.
• Live and work in a friendly town where people look out for each other.
• Spend weekends exploring beaches, waterfalls, and Cape York's natural beauty.

What We Offer

• Remote area allowance, relocation assistance, and subsidised housing
• Well-resourced classrooms and cutting-edge tech.
• Real opportunities to step into leadership or specialist roles.
• Supportive leadership, strong community ties, and diverse learners.
• Access to leadership pathways, mentoring, and PD in a dynamic setting

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 Western Cape College website here

📄 Read about departmental incentives: Download PDF (PDF) (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

Before applying for this vacancy please ensure you read the documents below.

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