Teacher - Special Education - Prep-6
Employment
Full time, Permanent
Subject
Special Education
Sector
Government
Teaching level
Primary
Salary range
Closing date
26 February 2027
Posted 4 Aug 2026
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School type
Co-educational
Year range
Prep-6
School staff (FTE)
76.8
49 teaching · 27.8 non-teaching
Students per teacher
15.8:1
teaching FTE basis
Total enrolments
774
Indigenous students
23%
Language other than English
32%
Girls vs boys
393 girls · 381 boys
Socio-educational background
Around the Australian average
Source: ACARA My School data
Role description
Whitfield State School, Far North Queensland Region
Whitfield State School is proudly recognised for delivering high-quality education in a safe, inclusive, and caring environment. Our dedicated staff use evidence-based practices such as Explicit Instruction and Learning Consolidation to maximise learning outcomes. Guided by our motto, Each Striving for the Peak, we believe every child has the potential to succeed—and we support our teachers to help them get there.
Job details
Position statusPermanentPosition typeFull-timeOccupational groupEducation & TrainingClassificationTeacherWorkplace LocationFar North QldJob ad referenceQLD/647749Closing date26-Feb-2027Yearly salaryFortnightly salaryTotal remunerationSalary OtherJob durationCommence: As Soon As PossibleContact personTeacher Recruitment TeamContact detailsTeachQueenslandRecruitment@qed.qld.gov.auAccess the National Relay Service
Whitfield State School is one of the larger schools in the inner Cairns area, with an enrolment number of 700+ students. Boasting its dedicated OHSC attached to the school, it is set on a large site with ovals, beautiful gardens and a tropical rainforest plot.
Current Opportunities:
- Special Education - Prep-6 (Permanent, ASAP)
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 encour…