Teacher - Primary, Multiple Opportunities
Employment
Full time, Permanent or Temporary
Subject
General Teaching
Sector
Government
Teaching level
Primary
Salary range
Closing date
26 February 2027
Posted 5 Sep 2026
Details look wrong? Report an errorAbout Aurukun State School
School type
Co-educational
Year range
Prep-12
School staff (FTE)
28.1
20.8 teaching · 7.3 non-teaching
Students per teacher
10.9:1
teaching FTE basis
Total enrolments
227
Indigenous students
98%
Language other than English
95%
Girls vs boys
113 girls · 114 boys
Socio-educational background
Well below the Australian average
Source: ACARA My School data
Role description
Aurukun State School, Far North Queensland Region
If you're looking for more than routine, Aurukun offers a teaching experience that is rich in purpose and connection. At Aurukun State School, education goes beyond the classroom, it’s about growth, relationships, and walking alongside culture. Set in the stunning, remote landscape of Far North Queensland, the school is the heart of the community, proudly educating approximately 230 students from Kindergarten to Secondary. Learning happens on Country, through the stories of Elders and the everyday life of the Wik and Kugu People, the Traditional Owners of the land. Join a passionate, adventurous team making a real impact in one of the world’s oldest living cultures. Every day brings meaning, discovery, and the chance to be part of something truly special.
Job details
Position statusPermanent,TemporaryPosition typeFull-timeOccupational groupEducation & TrainingClassificationTeacherWorkplace LocationFar North QldJob ad referenceQLD/647105/26Closing date26-Feb-2027Yearly salaryFortnightly salaryTotal remunerationSalary OtherJob durationCommence: As Soon As PossibleContact personTeacher Recruitment TeamContact detailsTeachQueenslandRecruitment@qed.qld.gov.auAccess the National Relay Service
Known locally as Koolkan Aurukun Community School, we are proud to be at the heart of the Aurukun community. As the town's only school, we play an important role in supporting children, families, and community aspirations every day.
We're looking for educators who …