Teacher - Primary, Secondary, Multiple Roles, Surat State School

Teacher - Primary, Secondary, Multiple Roles, Surat State School

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Surat State School, Darling Downs South West

Located in the historic rural town of Surat in South-West Queensland, approximately 450 km west of Brisbane, Surat State School offers a welcoming and close-knit school community where every student is known and valued. With small class sizes, personalised learning experiences and strong community connections, the school provides an environment where meaningful relationships and quality educational outcomes thrive. Supported by a friendly rural lifestyle and subsidised housing opportunities, Surat presents a rewarding opportunity to live and work in a community where you can make a genuine impact.

Job details

• Position status: Permanent,Temporary
• Position type: Full-time
• Occupational group: Education & Training
• Classification: Teacher
• Workplace Location: Darling Downs - Maranoa
• Job ad reference: QLD/653368/25
• Closing date: 13-Jul-2026
• Yearly salary: $74146 - $123102
• Fortnightly salary: $2842.00 - $4718.50
• Job duration: Temporary and Permanent positions
• Contact person: Teacher Recruitment Team
• Contact details: TeachQueenslandRecruitment@qed.qld.gov.au

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. We also welcome applications from both Primary and Secondary teachers from subjects outside the learning areas listed below. We are also happy to arrange school visits for prospective applicants.

Current Opportunities

• Mathematics/Information and Communication Technology/The Arts - Year 5-10 (Temporary, from ASAP to 11/12/2026)
• Surat State School - Health and Physical Education/Mathematics - Prep-10 (Permanent, from 21/01/2027)

Why Surat State School?

• Tight-knit school community where every student is supported and celebrated
• Subsidised multi and sole housing options are available for the successful candidate
• Strong local pride and culture, with 150+ years of history and meaningful connections to First Nations communities and rural Queensland heritage
• School visits available for interested applicants

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 Surat State School 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

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.