Teacher - Primary, Year 5, Birkdale South State School

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Birkdale South State School, Metropolitan South Region

Birkdale South State School is a welcoming Prep-Year 6 school in Brisbane's Redlands, committed to inclusive education and fostering engaged, long life learners. This Year 5 teaching role offers the opportunity to support upper primary students in a collaborative, student-centred environment focused on achievement and personal growth.

Job details

• Position status: Fixed Term Temporary
• Position type: Full-time
• Occupational group: Education & Training
• Classification: Teacher
• Workplace Location: Brisbane - South,Brisbane - East
• Job ad reference: QLD/683286/26
• Closing date: 03-Apr-2026
• Yearly salary: $76963 - $123102
• Fortnightly salary:
• Total remuneration:
• Salary Other:
• Job duration: 13-07-26 to 11-12-26 unless otherwise determined
• Contact person: Amanda TURNBULL
• Contact details: 3820 4333 Access the National Relay Service

Why Birkdale South State School?

• Strong inclusive, student-centred approach - The school prioritises “students first” with inclusive practices, differentiation, and a focus on engaging every learner, allowing you to effectively support a diverse Year 5 cohort.
• Collaborative and well-supported teaching environment - Teachers work together to design engaging units aligned to the Australian Curriculum, with support from leadership and a clear focus on literacy, numeracy, and continuous improvement.
• Contemporary learning with strong resources and programs - Access to technology (e.g. BYOD), specialist subjects, and extracurricular opportunities helps you deliver rich, future-focused learning experiences for upper primary students.

What We Offer

• 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 Birkdale South 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.

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