Teacher - Primary, Year 2/3
Employment
Full time, Temporary or Fixed term
Subject
General Teaching
Sector
Government
Teaching level
Primary
Salary range
Closing date
13 July 2026
Posted 24 Feb 2026
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331
Total students
53%
Boys
47%
Girls
29.2
Teaching FTE
19.6
Non-teaching FTE
903
ICSEA value
11th percentile · Lower SES
12%
EAL/D Background
38%
Indigenous students
Source: ACARA My School data
Role description
Atherton State School (Cairns), Far North Queensland
Located in Tropical North Queensland on the stunning Atherton Tableland—just 75km west of Cairns—Atherton State School offers a unique opportunity to live and teach in one of Australia’s most beautiful regions. Surrounded by lush rainforests, volcanic lakes, and sweeping mountain views, our school serves a vibrant community connected by primary production and tourism. Established in 1891, Atherton State School has a long tradition of excellence in education. Today, we provide a comprehensive Prep to Year 6 program delivered through the Australian Curriculum, supported by modern facilities and a passionate teaching staff. Our school philosophy is underpinned by the values: We are Respectful, We are Safe, We are Learners. We take a holistic approach to education, focusing on developing confident, capable, and courteous young Australians within a warm and supportive environment.
Job details
Position statusFixed Term TemporaryPosition typeFull-timeOccupational groupEducation & TrainingClassificationTeacherWorkplace LocationCairns regionJob ad referenceQLD/651070/25Closing date13-Jul-2026Yearly salaryFortnightly salaryTotal remunerationSalary OtherJob durationCommence: 11/02/2026 to 11/12/2026Contact personTeacher Recruitment TeamContact detailsTeachQueenslandRecruitment@qed.qld.gov.auAccess the National Relay Service
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