Teacher - Primary, Kindergarten - Year 2
Employment
Full time, Permanent
Subject
General Teaching
Sector
Government
Teaching level
Primary
Salary range
Closing date
26 February 2027
Posted 3 Jul 2026
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School type
Co-educational
Year range
Prep-6
School staff (FTE)
6.9
3.9 teaching · 3 non-teaching
Students per teacher
7.4:1
teaching FTE basis
Total enrolments
29
Indigenous students
90%
Language other than English
77%
Girls vs boys
13 girls · 16 boys
Socio-educational background
Well below the Australian average
Source: ACARA My School data
Role description
Burketown State School, North Queensland Region
Join Burketown State School and experience teaching like never before. With just 13 multi-age students, you'll have the opportunity to build meaningful relationships, personalise learning, and make a genuine impact every day. Combined with Queensland's generous school holidays and the unique lifestyle of the Gulf Savannah region, this is an opportunity to grow your career while embracing adventure.
Job details
Position statusPermanentPosition typeFull-timeOccupational groupEducation & TrainingClassificationTeacherWorkplace LocationNorth West QldJob ad referenceQLD/690993/26Closing date26-Feb-2027Yearly salaryFortnightly salaryTotal remunerationSalary OtherJob durationCommence: 13-07-26Contact personTeacher Recruitment TeamContact detailsTeachQueenslandRecruitment@qed.qld.gov.auAccess the National Relay Service
Whether you're an experienced teacher or starting your teaching career you'll be supported by a collaborative team and a welcoming community where your contribution truly matters.
Make an impact. Enjoy the adventure. Build a rewarding career.
Current Opportunities:
- Kindergarten - Year 2 (Permanent)
Why Burketown State School?
- Modern classrooms equipped with state-of-the-art technology designed to enhance learning experiences
- Generous non-contact time, allowing you to focus on planning high-quality learning experiences and supporting student success
- Generous rural and remote incentives including subsidised housing, transfer assistance, loca…