Teacher - Special Education - Western Suburbs State Special School

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Western Suburbs State Special School, Metropolitan South Region

Looking to make a meaningful impact in the lives of young learners? Join a passionate team in 2026 at Western Suburbs State Special School, supporting students in Years 3-6 with diverse and complex needs. Enjoy a collaborative environment, excellent resources, and the chance to truly shape student success every day.

Job details

• Position status: Fixed Term Temporary
• Position type: Full-time
• Occupational group: Education & Training
• Classification: Teacher
• Workplace Location: Brisbane - West,Ipswich region
• Job ad reference: QLD/MSR649712/25
• Closing date: 12-Dec-2025
• Yearly salary: $74146 - $123102
• Fortnightly salary: $2842.00 - $4718.50
• Total remuneration:
• Salary Other:
• Job duration: 22-01-26 to 11-12-26 unless otherwise determined
• Contact person: Teacher Recruitment Team
• Contact details: TeachQueenslandRecruitment@qed.qld.gov.au Access the National Relay Service

Western Suburbs State Special School, located at 78 Glenala Road, Durack, is the largest state special school in Brisbane's metro area, catering to students from Prep through Year 12 with intellectual disabilities, autism, and multiple impairments. The school's vision—“Strive to Succeed”—is reflected in an evidence-based curriculum tailored with Individual Curriculum Plans (ICPs), a strong focus on literacy, life skills, work training, and rich post‑school pathways 

For further information about the school, click here to visit the school's website.

Available Teaching Opportunities:

• Special Education - Year 3-6 (Temporary, 22/01/2026 - 11/12/2026)
• Special Education - Prep - 2 (Temporary, 22/01/2026 - 11/12/2026)

All teachers seeking employment with the Department of Education are encouraged to apply to the Teacher Application Portal to join the talent pool.

What is in it for you?

For further information about the incentives and benefits of working with the Department of Education please Click here. (PDF)

Applicants for these positions must possess:

• A relevant teaching qualification. More info
• Full or provisional Queensland teacher registration. More info
• Pre-service teachers must complete their course and meet department requirements
• Australian working rights or a valid visa

How to apply:

• Click the Green 'Apply online' button below
• Enter your personal details
• Attach your current resume including contact details of two professional referees

Pre-service teachers and graduates are encouraged to include completed practicum reports, mentor/referee statements, unofficial academic transcript for current course of study.

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

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