Teacher - Special Education, Prep to Year 12, Cairns State Special School

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Cairns State Special School, Far North Queensland Region

Cairns State Special School is located in Woree, Cairns, Queensland, and provides quality education for students with intellectual and multiple disabilities from Prep to Year 12. The role supports a team dedicated to personalised learning in a modern, purpose-built facility.

Job details

Position status

Fixed Term Temporary

Position type

Full-time

Occupational group

Education & Training

Classification

Teacher

Workplace Location

Cairns region,Far North Qld

Job ad reference

QLD/654155/26

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

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:

• Special Education - Prep- 12 (Temporary, ASAP - 11/12/2026)
• Special Education - Year 7-12  (Temporary, ASAP - 11/12/2026)

Why Cairns State Special School

• Purpose-built special school in Cairns, supporting students with intellectual and multiple disabilities from Prep to Year 12
• Collaborative, multidisciplinary team delivering personalised programs in a modern, inclusive setting
• Strong focus on student wellbeing, staff development, and community partnerships.

What We Offer

• Modern facilities and quality resources
• Real career development opportunities

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 Cairns State Special 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 considered.

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) Responses from Role Description